Certification Exam

Certification is awarded to individuals who meet eligibility criteria based on experience and who pass an examination covering a broad range of knowledge and skills relevant to their professional practice. Those individuals who achieve ABCGN certification can be recognized by designations used after their names - CGRN.


Online Certification Application

Certification Handbook

Exam Resources

Study Tips

Eligibility Requirements

Deadlines and Fees




Important Dates
2011 Fall Examination
Computer Based Testing (CBT) Window: October 1 - October 31, 2011
Application Deadline:
August 31, 2011
Recertificattion Deadline:
December 31, 2011
2012 Spring Examination
Computer Based Testing (CBT) Window:
May 1 - May 31, 2012