DANA is now able to waive the fee for full financial DANA members when they apply for credentialling or advanced certification or for re-credentialling or re-certification.
Credentialling or Advanced certification is an evaluation of a nurse’s experience, educational preparation, and ongoing professional development against a set of established standards.
These standards include:
The decision to participate in the DANA Pathways to Credentialling and Advanced Certification Programs is entirely voluntary. The program is open to DANA members and non-members, however there is a pricing differential.
The DANA Pathways to Credentialling and Advanced Certification Programs provide nurses with the opportunity to:
DANA encourages experienced Drug and Alcohol or Addiction Nurses to apply for Credentialling and Advanced Certification. There are many pathways that you can take to achieve a Credential or Advanced Certification.
Firstly, download the appropriate package for your country (see below), and read it thoroughly. This will explain the different pathways that you can take for your individual application. If you still have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you. Just send an email to: credential@danaonline.org
Credentialling Brochure AUS
Adv Certification Brochure NZ
Australian applicants – DANA Pathways to Credentialling Program Australia
New Zealand applicants – follow this link to download your copy of DANA Pathways to Advanced Certification Program Aoteoroa New Zealand
These documents set out the information required for the initial application.
DANA is now able to waive the fee for full financial DANA members when they apply for credentialling or advanced certification or for re-credentialling or re-certification. Payment is required at the time you make your credentialling submission.
For non-members the fee is $300. Payment is required at the time of application.
