Commission on Nurse Certification

03/17/2026

Are you ready for Certified CNL Day? We're celebrating on Thurs, March 19! Download Certified CNL Day tools and plan your celebration https://discovercnls.org/cnl-day/

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03/13/2026

There's still time to register for the CNL Spring Exam!

Start your application here https://discovercnls.org/application-process/
https://mailchi.mp/discovercnls/regclosing

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03/09/2026

Attention Non-Certified Practicing CNLs and CNL Students! Registration for the CNL Exam closes soon and the registration late fee kicks in March 11. Start your registration process https://discovercnls.org/application-process/

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03/03/2026

Register for the Certified CNL Exam before the late registration fee kicks in!

The deadline to register is March 17. Late registration starts March 11. The exam period runs from April 13 to May 12. Start your application here https://discovercnls.org/application-process/

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02/25/2026

Get Your Certified CNL Gear! Order by March 1 to wear on Certified CNL Day.

Show peers and patients that you are a Certified CNL! Click below to order a Certified CNL lapel pin and/or lab coat. Log into the Scrubin Uniform website, click "Shop Now" and enter access code: CNCCNL. Order by March 1 and your order should arrive within 10 business days. Then, proudly wear your gear on Certified CNL Day!

Order Lapel Pin https://www.aacnnursing.org/cvweb/cgi-bin/msascartdll.dll/productinfo?productcd=cnl_lapel

Order Lab Coat https://cnc.scrubin.com/login-portal.cfm

Download ideas on how to promote your Certified CNL status.https://discovercnls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026_Promote_CNL.pdf

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02/19/2026

We're so excited! This year, CNC celebrates 20 years of administering the CNL Certification Examination. Join us on March 19th, Certified CNL Day, on Facebook as we commemorate this major milestone.

https://youtu.be/xJaRXzludek?si=nfYoNdbENwYpb_ST

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Get ready to celebrate Certified CNL Day on March 19. This year, CNC celebrates 20 years of administering the CNL Certification Examination.

02/18/2026

Mark your calendar! Certified CNL Day is coming March 19th. Get ready to tell everyone that you are a CERTIFIED CNL!

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01/22/2026

ATTN: Certified CNLs! CNC is accepting nominations for two upcoming vacancies on its Board of Commissioners. One seat is designated for a certified CNL working in an academic setting. The other is designated for a certified CNL working in a practice setting. Newly-appointed Commissioners will serve a three-year term, beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029.

The deadline to apply or nominate someone is May 4, 2026. Access the application and details here https://www.aacnnursing.org/our-initiatives/education-practice/clinical-nurse-leader/cnl-certification/get-involved/cncboc

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01/05/2026

Attn: CNL Faculty and Program Directors! Host a CNL Information Session for your CNL students. The deadline to sign up has been extended to Friday, Jan 9th. Click here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GD9KZ2

We're Celebrating 20 Years of Administering the CNL Certification Exam! On Certified CNL Day, March 19, we look forward to celebrating this major milestone with the CNL community!

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12/22/2025

We're Celebrating 20 Years of Administering the CNL Certification Exam! Join CNC's celebration by hosting a CNL Certification Information Session for your students. On Certified CNL Day, March 19, and we look forward to celebrating this major milestone with the CNL community! To host an information session at your college or university sign up at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GD9KZ2 American Association of Colleges of Nursing

12/01/2025

Attention CNLs! The late registration fee for the CNL Winter Exam kicks in on Dec. 10. Register soon to avoid the late fee. Go here to start your application process https://cnc.users.membersuite.com/home

Check Out Eligibility Requirements https://discovercnls.org/eligibility/

Review the Application Process https://discovercnls.org/application-process/

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11/19/2025

Spread the Word! Registration for the CNL Winter Exam is open!
Check Out Eligibility Requirements https://discovercnls.org/eligibility/
Review the Application Process https://discovercnls.org/application-process/

Need help preparing for the exam? Sign up for a CNL Mentor. https://discovercnls.org/cnl-mentors/

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