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Applicants and certificants must comply with the requirements outlined in this handbook. Failure to do so may result in the Competency and Credentialing Institute (CCI) acting against your eligibility orcertification. It is the responsibility of each applicant and certificant to familiarize themselves with the content of this handbook and any essential linked documents.  \nThis handbook has clickable images and links within the text that lead directly to CCI documents. The Table of Contents has anchored bookmarks, and a Table of Contents icon ( ) on the corner of each page will return you to the Table of Contents page. New versions of this handbook will be published as needed, and applicants preparing for future applications should check the current version before applying to ensure they adhere to the current requirements. Certificants should check the current version of the handbook prior to recertifying their credential.  \nCCI does not discriminate against any individual because of race, ethnicity, gender, age, creed, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, natural hair, or national origin. In addition to this commitment, we enforce adequate protection against discrimination in access to certification, complying with all relevant jurisdictional laws and regulations. Any concerns regarding discrimination can be promptly reported through our Contact Us Form.  \nCCI reserves the right to amend all procedures outlined in this handbook at any time and without notice. This includes information related to testing content and fees.  \nLast updated: 05.01.2026  \nCopyright © 2026 by the Competency & Credentialing Institute,(“CCI®”), all rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, copying, or transmission in any form is strictly prohibited.  \nAll Trademarks utilized in this document are the sole property of the Competency & Credentialing Institute.  \nUnauthorized use or misrepresentation is strictly prohibited.  \nThis document should be referenced as follows:  \nCompetency & Credentialing Institute. (2026) . Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Handbook. Littleton, CO: Author.  \n303.369.9566 / 888.257.2667 [info@cc-institute.org](info@cc-institute.org)  \nTable of Contents  \nINTRODUCTION TO CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................................1  \nCertification................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1  \nPurposes of Certification............................................................................................................................................................................. 1  \nObjectives of Certification .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1  \nApproval of Candidate Policies .................................................................................................................................................................... 1  \nCNOR® CREDENTIAL BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................3  \nThe CNOR® certification exam requires the following: .............................................................................................................................. 3  \nExam Development ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3  \nCut Score Setting Process .........................................................................................................................................","cbCaisS2FnzRk290","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisS2FnzRk290","pdf",1939873,71,"English","# INTRODUCTION TO CERTIFICATION\n## Certification\n## Purposes of Certification\n## Objectives of Certification\n## Approval of Candidate Policies\n# CNOR® CREDENTIAL BACKGROUND\n## The CNOR® certification exam requires the following:\n## Exam Development\n## Cut Score Setting Process\n## Credential Accreditation\n# CNOR® CREDENTIAL OVERVIEW\n## Eligibility Requirements\n## Subject Areas on the Exam\n# APPLYING FOR THE CNOR® CREDENTIAL\n## How to Apply\n## Application Fees\n## Verification of Application Information\n# CONTINUOUS TESTING & RETAKES\n## Overview of Continuous Testing\n## Streamlined Retake Process","[{\"question\":\"Who must follow the requirements in this CNOR handbook?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants and certificants must comply with the requirements outlined in the handbook. 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