Your renewed credential is awarded upon successful submission of the electronic portfolio and completion of the credentialing process indicating an acceptable level of knowledge of genomics and clinical practice standards in Genomic Nursing. Renewal of accreditation is awarded to nurses holding a current genomic credential and meeting requirements established by the NPCC.

RENEWAL requirements for the following credentials:

AGN-BC

CGN-BC

NPCC Genomic Nursing Credential Eligibility Options

For Renewal when you credential Is CURRENT.

All requirements must be met within the current 5 year certification period.
- Hold a current, active RN license in a state or territory of the United States.
- Hold a current NPCC or ANCC Genetic/Genomic Nursing Credential
- Complete the Mandatory 75 CH as described in the requirements. All applicants renewing an AGN-BC or AGN credential are required to complete 25 hours of pharmacology as a portion of the mandatory 75 CH.
- Complete at least one (1) of the eight credential renewal categories in its entirety
  - Continuing Education hours - 75 contact hours in Genetics & Genomics
  - Academic Credits - 5 semester credits or 6 quarter credits of academic courses in Genetics or Genomics
  - Presentations - 1 or more presentations totaling 5 hours in Genetics or Genomics
  - Publication - one of the primary authors of: 1 article published in a peer reviewed journal or book chapter, or 5 different articles published in non-peer reviewed source (i.e. newsletter, patient materials, journal, etc.) related to Genetics or Genomics OR
    - EBP QI Project - 1 completed evidence based practice (EBP) quality improvement project related to Genetics or Genomics
  - Research - Institutional Reviewed Board (IRB) research project or a completed dissertation or thesis or doctoral project related to Genetics or Genomics
  - Preceptor Hours - a minimum of 120 hours as a preceptor for students in an academic program or provide clinical supervision to clinicians in a formal fellowship, residency, or internship related to Genetics or Genomics.
  - Professional service - two or more years of volunteer service with an international, national, state or local healthcare related organization related to Genetics or Genomics. Accepted activities include: serving on boards of directors, committees, editorial boards, review boards, task forces and medical missions.
  - Practice hours - 2500 practice hours within Genetics or Genomics within the past 5 years.
- Pay the renewal fee.

For Renewal when your credential is EXPIRED for less than TWO YEARS:

Meet all of the above requirements and pay an additional late fee of $125.

For Renewal when your credential has EXPIRED for more than TWO YEARS:

Submit a new application for initial credentialing.

Begin Your Renewal

General Renewal Information for Genomic Nursing Credentials

Credential, initial or renewal, is valid for a period of 5 years.
Credential must be renewed before it lapses.
- Applicants are required to know when their credential expires and are solely responsible for timely completion of the application and all requirements for renewal.
- Failure to receive a notice or reminder of expiration does not excuse failure to renew on time.
Lapse of Credential
- A credential has lapsed when it is not renewed on or before the expiration date.
- Individuals with a lapsed credential are prohibited from displaying the credentials, holding themselves out as NPCC certified or otherwise representing themselves as NPCC certified.

NPCC policy on reactivation of a lapsed credential

1. An individual whose credential has lapsed and is within two (2) years from the date on whichthe credential expired, may reactivate the credential by completing the renewal requirementsin effect at the time an application is submitted, and pay all required fees.

2. An individual whose credential has lapsed more than two (2) years from the date on which it expired may reactivate the credential by submitting a new portfolio application for reactivation, completing all the requirements of a new application and paying all required fees.

3. Only complete applications are professionally reviewed. A partial or incomplete application delays the professional review to determine approval to renew or reactivate your credential. This delay increases the gap in credential dates.

Important information on late applications and backdating

Credential renewal applications received after the credential expiration date will have a renewal period beginning with the submission date and will result in a gap in credential dates. NPCC cannot backdate a credential renewal to meet regulatory, reimbursement, or other requirements for practice or employment. Applicants will need to check with their state licensing board, employer, and the agency that reimburses their services to determine the impact of the lapsed credential on their ability to practice and reimburse.

Name and Address Changes

Applicants are responsible for notifying NPCC with any changes to name or contact information. Failure to keep information up-to-date may result in not receiving critical information about their credential.

Contact information may be updated by emailing the NPCC offices at Headquarters@nurseportfolio.org or by accessing your profile upon logging into the website.

Legal name changes must be sent by email and include a copy of the marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court-approved legal name change document.

Maintaining your NPCC Genomic Nurse Credential

Visit the NPCC website on a regular basis to review the most current renewal requirements. Credential renewal criteria can change to reflect changes in practice or regulatory requirements. You are responsible for tracking your renewal date, keeping your contact information current, and submitting your renewal application in a timely manner. Failure to maintain current contact information with NPCC will result in missing critical updates regarding your credential.
A current and active RN or APRN license is required to maintain your credential. If your license is placed on probation, suspended, revoked, surrendered, or becomes inactive, you must notify NPCC immediately and provide the board of nursing documentation. Remember, failure to notify NPCC of a change in the status of your RN or APRN license may jeopardize your NPCC credential.
Create a plan to complete the professional development activities during your 5-year credential period.
Clinical practice or work hours are not required to maintain your credential but can serve as one of the renewal categories.