National Certification Corporation Receives Reaccreditation for NNP and WHNP Programs

MOUNT LAUREL TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 12, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- The Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC) has granted reaccreditation to the National Certification Corporation (NCC) for its Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) and Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) certification programs. This accreditation is a significant milestone for NCC, as it ensures the continued quality and relevance of its certification programs.

NCC, a not-for-profit organization, provides a national certification program for nurses, physicians, and other licensed health care professionals. The organization awards certifications in obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal specialties, as well as advanced practice Neonatal and Women's Health nurse practitioners. Subspecialty certifications are also available in areas such as electronic fetal monitoring, care of the extremely low birth weight neonate, neonatal neuro-intensive care, obstetric emergencies, obstetric and neonatal quality and safety, neonatal pediatric transport, and reproductive health and infertility.

Since its inception in 1975, NCC has awarded certifications to more than 245,100 licensed health care professionals. This extensive track record underscores the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards in the nursing profession.

ABSNC accreditation is a peer-reviewed mechanism that allows nursing certifying organizations to obtain program accreditation by demonstrating compliance with the highest quality standards in the industry. To maintain accreditation, programs must exhibit continuing adherence to the 18 standards set forth.

ABSNC currently accredits more than 90 certification programs from 28 specialty nursing certification organizations. The accreditation standards offered by ABSNC include Examination-Based Certification Programs, Portfolio Assessment Certification Programs, and Assessment-Based Certificate Programs. This rigorous process ensures that the certification programs meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

The reaccreditation of NCC's certification programs is a testament to the organization's dedication to maintaining excellence in the nursing profession. With the complexity of the healthcare system, certification programs like those offered by NCC play a crucial role in ensuring that healthcare professionals are up-to-date with the latest knowledge and skills. The continued support and recognition from ABSNC further solidify NCC's position as a leader in the field of nursing certification.