Using Innovation in Credentialing to Foster Meaningful Transitions to Practice and Support Continuing Professional Development

Abstract

Certification within specialized areas in nursing has long been an avenue by which nurses demonstrate competence and dedication toward professional development. Because of innovation within the credentialing arena, certification also can serve as an avenue that supports nursing professional development practitioners who are assisting nurses transitioning into new roles or new practices. [ J Contin Educ Nurs. 2023;54(9):413–420.]