Certification Application Prerequisites:

Continuing Education Requirement:  Completion of at least 25 CEs in programs directly
related to Foot Care. These need to have been completed within the
24 month period prior to application.

Outside CE Sources
You may use certificates from CE programs that you have already taken (in the last 2 years) or that you may use CEs from any Nursing/Medical CE Provider source. Program topics must be relevant to the foot and lower extremities.

(Program topics must be relevant to the foot and lower extremities)

Examples of acceptable CE program topics:

• Anatomy & physiology of the foot and lower extremity
• Physical examination of the foot and lower extremity
• Lower Extremity Neuro, Vascular, Derm, and Musculoskeletal physical exam findings and treatment options
• Common foot pathologies: How to diagnose and treat
• Wound Care
• Infection control & cross-contamination
• Patient education regarding diabetic and "high-risk" foot care
• Other CE programs relevant to the care of the feet and lower extremity

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Program formats can include:

• Live seminars/presentations
• Video (previously recorded) lectures
• Online and Distance Learning Programs

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All programs must qualify to be awarded Nursing Continuing Education (CE).

You must attach a copy of your CE Certificate of Completion with your Application Package.