PMHS Recertification FAQs
What are the requirements to recertify my PMHS credential?
For full details on your renewal requirements below, see your Recert Guide.
- Maintain any advanced practice certification (NP or CNS) that was required for PMHS exam eligibility criteria.
- Maintain current, active, unencumbered US or Canadian advanced practice nursing licensure.
- Complete an equivalent of 15 contact hours of pediatric developmental/behavioral/mental health (DBMH) annually including 30 pediatric psychopharmacology hours during your 7-year Recert Cycle.
When do I recertify my PMHS credential?
PMHS Recert is annual. You recertify as a PMHS between November 1 and January 31 prior to your wallet card expiration date. Download your PDF guide to learn more about Recert, required activities, and how the process works.
Where can I find pediatric psychopharmacology or other PMHS-related CE?
- Explore applicable PNCB Pediatric Updates.
- Review a curated list of all PNCB CE related to PMHS here.
- Other CE sources for consideration are listed here, some with pediatric psychopharmacology.
Can I recertify if I no longer hold an APRN license?
No, a current, active, unencumbered advanced practice RN (APRN) license is required.
Can I recertify if I no longer hold a certification required for PMHS eligibility?
No, you must maintain one of the foundational certifications required to maintain your certification.
Can I recertify if I’m no longer practicing in a setting where my PMHS credential is applicable?
Yes, as long as you can continue to meet PMHS recertification requirements.
Can CE I earned for my PMHS recertification also be used for my PNCB Primary Care or Dual Primary Care/ Acute Care CPNP recertification?
Yes, CE you earn in support of PMHS recertification also supports CPNP-PC and CPNP-PC/AC dual continuing competency.
If I am also a CPNP-PC or CPNP-PC/AC or CPN, do I need to complete 2 separate Recert applications, one for each credential?
Yes, you must complete two separate applications.
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What is your policy on appeals?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Examples of awards include but are not limited to: PNCB, Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN), or National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) annual awards, Daisy Award, Nightingale Award, GEM Award, or Magnet Nurse of the Year.
