On behalf of the AONN+ Foundation For Learning, a decision has been made to suspend the Thoracic Certification ONN-CG(T). As we proceed with achieving national accreditation for the ONN-CG and OPN-CG certifications, AONN+ FFL is focusing resources towards developing rigorous generalist exams to ensure that clinical nurse and patient navigators have the knowledge to competently demonstrate effective navigation services across the cancer care continuum within their scope of practice.

At this juncture in our organization’s development, the Certification Advisory Commission is committed to creating a professional certification experience. We feel we can best achieve excellence for navigators seeking professional certification by creating a strong certification foundation within the generalist exams sustained by pursuing national accreditation standards.

The decision to suspend the Thoracic Certification was not made lightly, thoughtfully considered and approved by the AONN+ FFL Certification Advisory Commission. We thank those who achieved the thoracic certification to date. Those currently holding the certification can retain this certification if they continue to meet the certification requirements and renew as outlined below.

These requirements include:

• Document participation in 15 continuing education hours in thoracic care every 36 months
• Maintain ONN-CG Certification
• Maintain direct thoracic navigation experience
• Renewal fee of $50 due at time of recertification

Your ONN-CG(T)℠ is valid for 3 years from the date of testing. To maintain your Oncology Nurse Navigator–Certified Generalist Thoracic℠ [ONN-CG(T)℠] credential, you must document participation in 15 continuing education hours in thoracic care every 36 months.

Thank you for your patience as we establish a portal where your credits will be uploaded.

Additional requirements:

• Maintain ONN-CG Certification
• Maintain direct thoracic navigation experience
• Renewal fee of $50 due at time of recertification