CpedN(C) (CNA) - Certified in Pediatric Nursing (C)anada

The Certified in Pediatric Nursing (Canada) certification, or CpedN(C),  is tailored for Canadian registered nurses specializing in pediatric care. This certification indicates advanced knowledge and expertise in nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents, encompassing a broad spectrum of health conditions and developmental stages.

Completion Time: 3 hours

Eligibility and Certification Requirements

• Current, active RN license in Canada.

• A minimum of two years of nursing experience, with a significant portion in pediatric nursing.

• Completion of continuing education in pediatric nursing.

• Passing the pediatric nursing certification examination offered by a certifying body such as the CNA.

Cost: Exam application fee: $570 for CNA members, $756 for non-members. Plus remote-proctored exam writing appointment fee to ProctorU: $85, or in-person exam writing appointment fee $110.

Exam Format

The CpedN(C) examination typically includes 150 multiple-choice questions covering various aspects of pediatric nursing, such as growth and development, acute and chronic illnesses, family-centered care, and pediatric emergencies.

Certification Process

Gain relevant experience in pediatric nursing.

Apply for the Certified in Pediatric Nursing (Canada) examination through a certifying organization such as the CNA.

Passing criteria for the certification examination will depend on the candidate's performance on a scaled grading model.

Certification in Pediatric Nursing requires renewal every 5 years.

Renewal involves completing continuing education credits in pediatric nursing and related topics, and paying a recertification fee.

Continuing education for Pediatric Nurses may include updates in pediatric healthcare, new research in child health, advancements in pediatric nursing practices, and topics in child and adolescent mental health.

For specific information regarding Certified in Pediatric Nursing (Canada), including eligibility criteria, examination details, approved educational programs, and renewal processes, it is recommended to consult directly with the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) or other relevant nursing certifying bodies in Canada. These organizations provide comprehensive resources and standards for nurses specializing in pediatric care.

Career Opportunities

Certified Pediatric Nurses work in hospitals, pediatric clinics, community health settings, and schools.

They provide comprehensive nursing care to children, collaborate with families and other healthcare providers, and advocate for child health and wellbeing.

The CNA also offers the following certifications:

• Certified Nurse in Critical Care (C)anada (CNCC(C))

• Certified in Nephrology (C)anada (CNeph(C))

• Certified in Cardiovascular Nursing (C)anada (CCN(C))

• Certified in Medical-Surgical Nursing (C)anada (CMSN(C))

• Certified in Oncology Nursing (C)anada (CON(C))

• Certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (C)anada (CPMHN(C))

• Emergency Nurse Certified (C)anada (ENC(C))

Other related certifications include:

• PNCB Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN)

• ANCC Pediatric Nursing Certification (PED-BC)

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)