The Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse Process | BCEN
Start your journey to becoming the best emergency pediatric nurse you can be. Learn how to become certified today.| BCEN
Start your journey to becoming the best emergency pediatric nurse you can be. Learn how to become certified today.| BCEN
At BCEN, we have numerous ways to help you study for your CPEN certification. Read tips and find tools for helping you pass your exam.| BCEN
You’ve got questions; we’ve got answers. Read FAQs about the Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse certification and exam.| BCEN
Take the CPEN exam with convenient Live Remote Proctoring (LRP) or in-person testing at a local test center. Compare CPEN exam options.| BCEN
There are some professional and legal requirements you must meet in order to sit for the CPEN exam and receive your credential. Learn more.| BCEN
Showcasing your CPEN certification through a digital badge helps set you apart as one of the most qualified emergency nurses in the field. Learn more.| BCEN
Becoming a Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse is an investment in yourself & a commitment to your career & patients. Explore exam fees & discounts.| BCEN
It’s time to set your career in motion and achieve more than you thought possible. Learn how to apply for and schedule your CPEN exam.| BCEN
The CPEN exam is for nurses in the emergency setting who want to demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in pediatric emergency nursing. Learn more.| BCEN
The Power of Investing in Your Nursing Workforce: A Tale of Two Hospitals On September 15, BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker shared a new article on the ripple effects that occur when hospitals invest in nursing professional development. A must-read for healthcare leaders, “The Power of Investing in Your Nursing Workforce: A Tale of Two Hospitals” […] The post The Power of Investing in Your Nursing Workforce: A Tale of Two Hospitals appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
Strengthening Burn Care: BCEN and Phoenix Society Partner to Support Burn Survivors and Nurses At its heart, burn care is about community — survivors, families, and multidisciplinary burn care teams walking the recovery journey together. And behind every survivor there is a team of nurses providing not only lifesaving care, but also the advocacy, compassion, […] The post Strengthening Burn Care: BCEN and Phoenix Society Partner to Support Burn Survivors and Nurses appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
Celebrate Emergency Nurses Week 2025: Free Gift and New CE Offerings from BCEN Official CPEN & TCRN Review Courses Coming October 2025! Get a Free Practice Exam With Purchase During EN Week Just in time for Emergency Nurses Week 2025, on October 5 a major update is coming to BCEN’s online continuing education platform, […] The post Emergency Nurses Week 2025: Free Gift and New CE Offerings appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
BCEN’s CBRN Joins Elite Group of Accredited & Magnet-Accepted Certifications, BCEN Marks a Major Milestone Effective August 1, the Certified Burn Registered Nurse (CBRN) certification program is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC). And as a result, the CBRN is now also ANCC Magnet-accepted. As BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker explains […] The post BCEN’s CBRN Joins Elite Group of Accredited & Magnet-Accepted Certifications, BCEN Marks a M...| BCEN
Celebrating the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN)’s 45th Anniversary Elevating Emergency Nursing Expertise Since 1980 July 19, 2025 marks the 45th anniversary of emergency nursing certification. Whether you’ve been part of our journey since the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) credential first launched in 1980, or you’re new to the BCEN community—we’re celebrating YOU […] The post Celebrating BCEN’s 45th Anniversary appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
Give a Little, Gain A Lot: 3 Reasons to Give Back On June 26, BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker shared a LinkedIn article reflecting on the power of community service and volunteerism following a BCEN staff volunteer outing. Read the article, Give a Little, Gain A Lot: 3 Reasons to Give Back, on LinkedIn. Janie had this […] The post Give a Little, Gain A Lot: 3 Reasons to Give Back appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
VIRTUAL TRAUMA SUMMIT 🩸 Critical Flow: Optimizing Blood Utilization in Trauma (3.5 CEs) Join BCEN Wednesday, July 16 for a 3.5 CE virtual summit, Critical Flow: Optimizing Blood Utilization in Trauma. This vital event for nurses in trauma, ED, transport, and pediatric care settings will feature four nurse-led presentations on blood product compatibility, whole blood […] The post Virtual Trauma Summit: July 16, 2025 appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
Last month, BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker was named the recipient of the prestigious Janel Parker President’s Award by the American Board of Nursing Specialties (ABNS). Following the ABNS announcement of this well-deserved recognition and a proud moment for the entire BCEN community, we take a deeper look at what the award represents, the leadership that […] The post A Closer Look at BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker’s ABNS President’s Award Recognition appeared first on BCEN.| BCEN
Evolving Excellence: Updating the TCRN Certification Exam Every five years, BCEN convenes a distinguished panel of trauma nursing experts to spearhead a Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) role delineation study (RDS), which ultimately delineates the knowledge required for competent practice in this specialty. The 10-member 2024 Trauma Nursing Role RDS Advisory Committee consisted of TCRN-certified […] The post Evolving Excellence: Updating the TCRN Certification Exam appeared first on...| BCEN
During National Trauma Awareness Month 2025, get a free trauma nursing CE course with our online Trauma Courses Bundle! View offer details.| BCEN
Be your best self. Learn how an emergency nursing specialty certification with BCEN can set you up for advancement & optimal career success.| BCEN
It’s time to advance your career. Learn how to become a Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse with the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing.| BCEN
