CNML Virtual Essentials Review Course

Start Your Journey to CNML certification

The CNML Virtual Essentials Review Course offers the same high-level of preparation as the in-person course. In four virtual sessions, facilitators will cover the four practice areas included on the CNML exam:

Financial Management

Human Resource Management

Performance Improvement

Strategic Management & Technology

Using scenario-based learning, participants will assess their level of competency in their own leadership practice; strengthen those competencies through practice, discussion, and sharing of perspectives; and be prepared for successful completion of the CNML certification exam.

What is included in your registration

Facilitator-led sessions covering the four practice areas included on the exam
Review of strategies and tips to strengthen exam taking skills
Interactive discussions and Q&A with faculty and other course participants

Registration Information

Registration Type	Price
AONL Member	$375
Nonmember of AONL	$475
AONL Member + Online Practice Exam*	$470 - Save $20 on practice exam
Nonmember + Online Practice Exam**	$655 - Save $20 on practice exam

*AONL member CNML online practice exam value $115
**Nonmember CNML online practice exam value $200

Schedule

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Nov. 2 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

Nov. 9 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

Nov. 16 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

Nov. 30 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

Instructors

Kathy Harris, MS, RN, CENP, FAONL, FACHE(r)

Recently retired from her position as the Regional Vice President of Clinical Services at Banner Health and remains active professionally. Kathy has been a nurse for more than 45 years including more than 30 years in a variety of leadership positions and has presented on nursing leadership. She is a Wharton Fellow and a past member of the AONL board of directors, the Colorado Organization of Nurse Leaders and the Center for Nursing Excellence, the last of which she served as a board member and Chair. Kathy currently represents AONL on the Board of Governors of the Alliance for Ethical International Recruitment Practices. In addition, she has worked closely with the Colorado Health and Hospitals Association. She participated in the oversight and development of the CENP exam. She earned her Master of Science from the University of Colorado in 1984, her Bachelor of Science from Metropolitan State College in 1981, and her Diploma in Nursing from the Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing in 1972. In addition to her professional certifications she is certified as a Just Culture Champion.

Andrea Schuermann

Andrea Schuermann is a progressive nurse leader with 19 years of experience. Her current role focuses on professional practice, Magnet Designation, and Medication Safety. Relationship building and developing essential partnerships are keys to her success. She is passionate about shaping the environment for clinical nurses to be successful and providing the tools and skills for nurse leaders to lead effectively. She is wife and mother of three young adults and is currently pursuing her DNP in Executive Nursing Practice at the University of Central Florida.

Technical Requirements

Each virtual session will be hosted via Zoom teleconference.Attendees are encouraged to participate in every session using Zoom teleconferencing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). Please review the technical requirements needed for Zoom teleconferencing.

Supported Website Browsers ➤

Windows: Internet Explorer, Microsfot Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome

Mac: Safari, Firefox, Google Chrome

Linux: Firefox, Google Chrome

Supported Tablets and Mobile Devices ➤

Surface PRO 2 or higher running Win 8.1 or higher. For tablets running Windows 10, they must run Windows 10 Home, Pro, or Enterprise. S Mode is not supported.

iPhone & iPad devices

Android devices

Blackberry devices

System Requirements ➤

Internet connection: Broadband wired or wifi (3G or 4G/LTE)

Speakers and a microphone: Built-in, USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth

Webcam: Standard definition or high definition that is built-in or USB plug-in

Zoom Download Options ➤

Zoom Client for Sessions

The web browser client will download automatically when you start or join your first Zoom meeting, and is also available for manual download here.

Download Zoom

Zoom Mobile Apps

Download the Zoom mobile app to access from your phone.

Continuing Education Contact Hours

Participants can earn a maximum of 7.0 contact hours when they successfully complete this activity.

Accreditation Statement

The American Organization for Nursing Leadership is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. AONL is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 15740.

Special Assistance

AONL complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and strives to ensure that no individual with a disability is deprived of the opportunity to participate in the program solely by reason of that disability. Through its agents, AONL will provide reasonable accommodations for a candidate with a disability who requests accommodations. Requests can be made by sending a written request 21 days in advance of the program.

Contact Shanna Sweeney for questions.