Good tests do not arise spontaneously from item writers. They are carefully planned. A test has a specific blueprint, or test plan, which identifies what needs to be included on the test. In addition, there is a list of the key content or activities performed by technicians. Both the blueprint and the key content/activities serve as item-writing guides or “test specifications” for the item writers.
PITMAN, NJ —The Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification, Inc. (ABSNC), recently announced it has granted accreditation to the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) for the Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification program.
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The 2017 ADC Technician Symposium is designed for dialysis technicians and other healthcare providers who participate in providing care for patients on dialysis therapy.
For those scheduled to take an exam in or near areas affected by hurricane Matthew, please note that the testing center (PSI) will maintain up-to-date information about affected sites on their website. In the event that severe weather or another emergency forces the closure of an examination site on a scheduled examination date, your examination will be rescheduled. Test center personnel will attempt to contact you in this situation; however, you may check the status of your examination schedule by calling (800) 733-9267.
FIND THE FOLLOWING SHORT NEW BRIEFS FROM THE NNCC:
PITMAN, NJ – Becoming certified just got easier for nurses and technicians who care for nephrology patients. To help these professionals prepare for an exam and reach their goals, the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) has developed a free Examination Preparation Booklet for each of the six nephrology credentials it offers.
The prep booklets are PDF documents and can be downloaded at nncc-exam.org by selecting a specific credential and choosing “Exam Preparation.”
The November Electronic Bulletin is now available online.
No individual shall be excluded from the opportunity to participate in the NNCC certification program on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability.
Denial, Suspension, Revocation and other NNCC policies regarding certification and recertification are available here.
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