Governance

CNC Board of Commissioners
The Commission on Nurse Certification is governed by the CNC Board of Commissioners (CNCBOC). The CNCBOC is responsible for the policies and procedures of the CNL Certification Program.

CNL Certification Ambassadors
Ambassadors are champions of the CNL Certification Program who help spread the word about the unique expertise certified CNLs bring to healthcare delivery.

CNL Exam Review Committee
Members of this committee assist with reviewing the CNL Certification Exam in conjunction with CNC’s testing vendor. Final approval is made by the CNC Board of Commissioners.

CNL Innovation in Practice Award Committee
Members of this committee oversee the award process by reviewing and approving applications submitted.

Item Writers/Exam Development Committee
Item writers develop exam questions and collaborate with CNC’s testing vendor in the development of the CNL exam. 

Job Analysis Committee
These are subject matter experts who assist with development of the survey instrument, review the body of knowledge, and finalize the job analysis with CNC’s testing vendor.

Marketing Committee
The committee promotes the value of CNL certification, implement the marketing plan, promote the CNC brand image, educate key stakeholders on the CNL program and promote recertification.

Research Symposium Planning Committee
Committee members are responsible for the program content of CNC’s annual CNL Research Symposium.