- Nurse Manager Certification Testimonials
- The Importance of Nurse Management Certification
- FAQs on Nurse Management Certification
The nurse management certification offered by the American Institute of Health Care Professionals (AIHCP) provides candidates with the valuable knowledge and versatile tools that cement expertise in providing quality care and management. The nurse manager certification was designed specifically for frontline managers and department directors who can benefit from additional knowledge and skills to effectively adapt and manage resources in today’s challenging healthcare environments
Nurse Management Certification Course Requirements & Fees
To be eligible to participate in the nurse manager certification program, all applicants must meet the prerequisite below. Those who need additional verification of existing credentials can fill out our qualification review form.
- A registered nurse currently licensed to practice nursing.
The nurse manager certification lasts for four years, and AIHCP provides health care recertification courses for those looking to renew their credentials. Fellowship status is also available from AIHCP, which requires 250 hours of continued education over six years from the date of the application for our health care fellowship program.
The program itself consists of seven required CE courses, which will cost a total of $1,025 and include the courses below. After completing the courses there is a certification fee for nurse manager certification of $220, plus shipping and handling, which includes the official certificate, ID card, and other related documents. The nurse manager courses include the following:
- HM 500 – Organizational Behavior
- HM 510 – Health Care Delivery Systems
- HM 520 – Human Resource Management in Health Care
- HM 530 – Leadership in Health Care Management
- HM 540 – Budgeting & Finance for Health Care Managers
- HM 550 – Insurance, Reimbursements & Managed Health Care
- NM 600 – Nursing Management: Theory & Practice
Professionals who complete the course and receive their certification can add the initials NM-CSp after their name and may use the title: “Certified Specialist in Nursing Management.” Furthermore, they will receive an additional certification from AIHCP and may use the initials/credential HCM-C, after their names, and may use the title: “Certified Health Care Manager”
Renewing Your Nurse Management Certification
AIHCP credentials expire after four years, and we offer recertification CE courses for professionals looking to stay on the cutting edge of the industry. The recertification fee is $220, plus shipping and handling, and requires applicants to obtain at least 50 hours of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Nurse Manager Certification Testimonials
AIHCP continues to be a leader in healthcare certification because of the many professionals who use our programs to expand their skillset and provide valuable insights to their peers. You can read more about the continued success of our past students on our Testimonials page.
The Importance of Nurse Management Certification
For healthcare professionals, adding a nurse manager certification to their resume shows additional expertise in the field and a willingness to be a leader among peers. Nurse managers also serve as crucial liaisons between staff and executives. This position also provides valuable benefits for both sides, allowing organizations to continue delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring the staff’s needs are acknowledged and met.
With AIHCP’s nurse manager certification program, professionals can step into this challenging yet rewarding role with ease and confidence. Read our nursing management blog topics to learn more about the nurse management role.
FAQs on Nurse Management Certification
What are the benefits of achieving a nurse manager certification?
A nurse management certification is a great indicator of ongoing commitment to professional development in a fast-paced industry. Taking the time to learn new skills and find new ways to better bridge the gap between staff and executives helps increase your value, both in terms of salary and skillset, in any healthcare organization.
Do I need to take the continuing education courses or programs to achieve my certification?
Yes. Our certification model is designed so that our certified members have accomplished the same educational achievements and have consistency in knowledge and skills attainment. Many have experience in many types of specialty practices, but these are varied. Our model focuses on core and solid, comprehensive knowledge and skills that have been determined to practice the specialty at a higher level of quality practice. There are instances where past education may be used to waive some of the courses required.
Do you offer a curriculum of continuing education courses for recertification?
Each of our certification programs offers continuing education curricula designed to meet the full requirements for recertification.
Do your continuing education courses have any board approvals?
Most of our continuing education courses do have some or many board approvals, though specific approval depends on the type of professional boards. You can see the full list on our healthcare CE approvals page.
Is a certification necessary for nurse managers?
Executives, peers, and patients expect healthcare professionals to stay on top of new innovations in order to provide a high level of care and serve as a valuable example to coworkers. Achieving this nurse management certification is valuable proof of those efforts and a statement of ongoing commitment to achieving excellence with every interaction in the field.
What is the process for your Certification programs? How do I enter and complete a the case management certification program?
We have a dedicated page that provides a quick over-view of our certification process. It will provide you with good information about the process/phases of both the education courses and application for certification. Click here to access.