CEN and the ENA

[mcknis]

I have read through the posts on here about obtaining certification (CEN) and the need for this as a professional. I do realize the need and desire to obtain this. I have a question though about the cost of the exam. By choosing to be a member with the ENA, there is significant savings when taking the CEN exam. So, if I were to choose to be a member with the ENA ONLY at years for the initial certification and then recertification, would this be a possibility in order to save a bit on funds? Of course, this would be a lot less money out of my pocket, but not sure if there is any stipulation that you must remain a member of the ENA in order to recoup the savings on CEN recertification.

Thanks!

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

I've been a CEN since 1998 and haven't been a member of ENA for several years. I would just rather pay the extra $$ when I rectify ever 4 yrs. cheaper in the long run.