CRNFA Certification Grants
Forecasted
The CRNFA Certification Grants from the AORN Foundation help RNFAs advance their perioperative expertise by supporting costs related to obtaining CRNFA certification.
Funder: AORN Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Submission deadline projected: September 30 at 11:59 p.m. PDT)
Funding Amounts: Supports costs related to obtaining CRNFA certification; specific award amount not specified.
Summary: Provides funding to help Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) cover expenses for CRNFA certification to advance their professional skills.
Key Information: For current RNFAs working in an expanded role seeking CRNFA certification; check program page for updates on amounts and application procedures.
Description
The CRNFA Certification Grants, offered by the AORN Foundation and supported by the National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC), are designed to assist Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) in expanded roles to obtain their CRNFA certification. The grant aims to empower perioperative nurses by supporting certification costs, thereby promoting professional advancement and ensuring high standards of patient care in the surgical setting.
