AOCNS - Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Renewal $240-$460
- Renews every 4 years
COURSE FORMAT
About
Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) are nurses with additional graduate-level training to manage clients with more autonomy than the RN scope of practice. The CNS is employed in hospital and clinic settings and is also involved in policy, research, and the portion of evidence-based practice.
The Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) certification is relevant for nurses who are graduates of a CNS program and are working with adult oncology clients. The AOCNS certification is offered only for renewal as of March 2022 by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC).
Certification
Renewal
The AOCNS certification is valid for four years.
To renew the certification, the nurse must fulfill the following items:
Current AOCNS certification.
Current, unencumbered RN licensure in the US, its territories, or Canada at the time of application.
A minimum of 1,000 hours of practice in roles of the clinical nurse specialist in adult oncology within the four years (48 months) prior to application.
Completion of 50 Professional Development Points in adult oncology.
The cost to renew the AOCNS certification is dependent on application deadlines and professional organization membership.
Renewal Fees
Option 1: Practice hours + Professional Development (Points)
Applying before September 15, 2023 - $240 for ONS/APHON members and $360 for non-members
Applying by October 15, 2023 (Final Deadline) - $340 for ONS/APHON members and $460 for non-members
Other Resources
The ONCC offers resources for recertification, including:
Related Certifications
The Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) also offers the following:
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN)
Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)
Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP)
Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON)
The Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) and the Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse (CPON) are available for renewal only.
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Estimated pay packageFrequently asked questions
What does it mean to have an “unencumbered” RN license?
An RN license that is not currently limited in practice in any way or subjected to formal discipline from any state board of nursing.
Can I renew my Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) by taking the exam?
The only option available for Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) renewal is by completing the practice hours and Professional Development Points. The AOCNS certification does not require the nurse to take the Individual Learning Needs Assessment (ILNA) before completing the CE hours for renewal.
What types of CE activities count toward the 50 CE hours for Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) renewal?
The nurse may complete nursing CE hours, medical education hours, academic courses, or utilize publications and presentations for the Professional Development Points. All must be related to adult oncology practice.
What other certifications does the ONCC offer besides the Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS)?
The Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) also offers the following:
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN)
Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)
Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP)
Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON)
The Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) and the Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse (CPON) are available for renewal only.
What organization offers the Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) for renewal?
The Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) offers the Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) for renewal only.