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Certified Director of Nursing — CDONA

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Description

Since 1989, the National Association Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care(NADONA) has been certifying Directors of Nursing and Assistant Directors of Nursing in Long Term Care facilities. Over 1800 DON's have been certified through this program.

Certifying Organization

National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

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