I have been trying to do some online research and found myself more confused than before. I have an MSN and want to get certified in wound, ostomy and continence. I see an online course, but not sure if it is approved. Where do I start? Decide where I want to get credentials then see what the criteria is? How do I decide what credentialing agency? I am beginning to think that I have to move out of state, enroll in who knows what for one year, find someone to precept me, then hope I pass an exam. The closest program that I could find is in Cleveland, that is hundreds of miles away.
That means selling my house, giving away the dog and moving out of state. No wonder there aren't very many nurses who do this.
What is your take on it? I don't mind spending a few thousand and working hard but I think this is a bit much for a certification that may not even pan out to getting a job.
