On behalf of the HIV/AIDS Nursing Certification Board (HANCB), I would like to welcome you to the HANCB website.  This website is intended to provide you with information about the ACRN and AACRN exams including eligibility requirements, testing dates, testing deadlines, and exam content.  If you are not a member of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC), we would also like to encourage you to consider joining ANAC.  

Information about ANAC can be found at http://www.nursesinaidscare.org 
 
As President of the HANCB, I would like to encourage you to consider demonstrating your knowledge of the care of clients with HIV infection by taking one of these exams.  As you know, HIV infection is a global health concern.  With advances in the care and treatment of HIV infection, clients living with HIV infection need nurses with expert knowledge and skills to provide care to this population.  Certification with the ACRN or AACRN credential demonstrates to your clients that you have the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to provide high quality, evidence-based care.  Please consider joining over 700 nurses and advanced practice nurses who currently hold certification in HIV/AIDS Nursing.  
 
Joseph De Santis, PhD, ARNP, ACRN
President, HANCB