There are a variety of certifying organizations offering nursing and cardiovascular certification. All information regarding content, eligibility, accreditation of the exam, and other details regarding the available certifications can be obtained directly from the certifying agencies through the websites provided below.

The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) through their Certification Corporation offers the following nursing certifications:

CCRN – For Critical Care Nurses
PCCN – For Progressive Care Nurses

In addition they offer the following subspecialty exams

CMC – Cardiac Medicine Certification
CSC – Cardiac Surgery Certification

The website for The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) is www.aacn.org

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The American Nurses Credentialing Center offers two versions of a Cardiac / Vascular Exam. One version is for registered nurses with a diploma or associate degree and one version is for baccalaureate prepared nurses. Information about certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center can be obtained at http://www.nursingworld.org/ancc/certification/certs.html.

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Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) offers the RCIS, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, credential for cardiovascular professionals working in cardiac catheterization and interventional laboratories. More information can be obtained at www.cci-online.org.