Preparing for the CNOR Exam Online
This convenient online course successfully prepares nurses and health care personnel for the CNOR certification exam. The information below presents the benefits of this course, the goals and learning objectives, recommended textbooks, course registration information, and additional information regarding the course. Please review this information carefully before registering for this course.
Money-Back Guarantee Investing in your education is risk-free when you enroll in the Prep for CNOR course. If you don't pass the CNOR certification exam, AORN will refund your course registration fee in full. AORN stands behind this guarantee because the Preparing for the CNOR Exam Online course is a proven method for preparing to pass the exam. You must complete the CNOR certification exam within 6 months of completing AORN's Prep for CNOR course to be eligible for the refund. Refund claims must be made in writing - please contact AORN Customer Service at 800-755-2676, Ext. 1, for more information. |
Course Benefits
- Takes the fear out of the CNOR exam by walking registrants through the test's format and subject areas
- Puts test subjects into familiar clinical situations
- Provides effective test-taking strategies
- Provides a framework to develop an individual study plan
- Course is accessible for three (3) months after enrollment
- Earn 30 contact hours
- Anyone who wants tools to be better prepared for the CNOR certification exam.
- Assist perioperative nurses in preparing to take the CNOR exam
- Reduce the level of intimidation and increase the probability of passing the CNOR exam
- Identify the governing body that administers and grants the CNOR credential
- Develop an individualized educational program using testing strategies to prepare for the CNOR exam
- Apply principles of asepsis and infection control measures for patients undergoing a surgical procedure
- Integrate safety principles when providing care to patients and families
- Discuss the safe use of pharmacological principles and the nursing role during the administration of anesthesia
- Utilize critical thinking skills, nursing literature, and research findings in planning care for patients who develop perioperative complications
- Integrate the concept of patient advocate into daily care of patients
Within one week after receipt of the AORN registration, registrants will receive via email* a user login name, password, and information about the website. This provides access to the course at any time within three (3) months of the enrollment period.
The course is self-paced and includes:
- Ability to print out the course content
- Practice exam questions with feedback
- Ability to ask AORN questions about content
- Chat room with other enrollees
- Access to 24-hour help desk for computer assistance
Course Registration Information
Member Price: $195
Nonmember Price: $295
Please note, this registration fee does not include the fee required for taking the CNOR certification exam. Fore more information about exam eligibility and fees, visit the Competency & Credentialing Institute website.
Two Easy Ways to Register
| Online | Register today! |
| Phone | 800-755-2676, Ext. 1 |
Critical Dates
Now is the perfect time to apply and begin preparation for the exam! The critical dates are as follows:
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September 1 – November 30 November 30 January 2 – March 31
December 1 – February 28 February 28 April 1 – June 30
March 1 – May 31 May 31 July 1 – September 30
June 1 – August 31 August 31 October 1 – December 31
Recommended Textbooks
The texts below are helpful in preparing for the CNOR exam and will be vital career resources. AORN recommends them to anyone wanting to boost their chances of passing the CNOR exam.
- Alexander's Care of the Patient in Surgery, 13th Edition
- A med/surg review book
- A drug handbook
- A laboratory values book
*Important: When registering, confirm that AORN has the correct registrant email address. Course instructions will be emailed within one week of receipt of registration. If course instructions are not received, contact AORN Customer Service at 800-755-2676, Ext. 1.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation or transfer of a course fee is accepted up until the student accesses the course. Cancellation or transfer of a course fee is not accepted once the registrant has logged on to the course.
Extension Fee
This course is accessible for three (3) months from the date of enrollment. Should you require an extension, there is a $50 fee per month, with a maximum extension of three (3) months.
Additional Information
AORN does not administer the CNOR exam or confirm CNOR status. For information or eligibility requirements and CNOR exam registration, visit the Competency & Credentialing Institute website. In order to plan your study time effectively and avoid an extension fee, it is suggested that you confirm eligibility and/or register for the exam before registering for this course.
Accreditation
AORN is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
AORN is provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 13019.
The CNOR® credential is a registered trademark of the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI).