ARDS Micro-Credential
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) most commonly occurs in people who are already hospitalized for another serious illness or injury, making it crucial for clinicians to understand its symptoms and treatment. Earning AACN’s ARDS Micro-Credential validates your specialty knowledge in caring for patients with ARDS.
Eligibility
The ARDS Micro-Credential supports the clinical practice of healthcare professionals providing direct care to patients with or at risk of developing acute respiratory distress syndrome. ARDS can occur among patients in a variety of locations throughout hospitals and acute care facilities, so clinicians pursuing this micro-credential are not limited to any particular role, unit or setting. The skills, competencies and topics in this micro-credential are based on U.S. practice standards.
Taking the Exam
The process of applying for and taking the ARDS Micro-Credential exam is streamlined to make it as easy as possible to pursue this professional achievement.
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1No application is necessary; purchase the exam from this webpage.
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2Detailed instructions are sent via email after completing your purchase.
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3Take the exam online at your convenience, and receive your results immediately after completing the exam.
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4Print your certificate of achievement from your AACN customer dashboard.
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5Send a verification letter to your employer through our online verification system to confirm that you’ve earned the ARDS Micro-Credential.
Exam Preparation Resources
To help you prepare for your ARDS Micro-Credential exam, AACN offers several useful resources.