“…The benefits of credentialling have been seen to include objective and measurable evidence of expertise; increased motivation for nurses to maintain and update knowledge and skills; and increased job satisfaction as nurses are recognised for their advanced knowledge and skills (Bailey 1996). More importantly, credentialling demonstrates public accountability and assists organisations in upholding their duty of care to patients (Robertson & Chiarella 1995;Bailey 1996 These guidelines suggest that the accountability for expanded practice is shared between the individual and the employer.…”