National Certifying Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses


CERTIFICATION

The National Certifying Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses (NCBOHN) endorses the concept of voluntary, periodic certification by examination for all otorhinolaryngology and head-neck registered nurses. Certification is one part of a process called credentialing. It focuses specifically on the individual and is an indication of current competence in a specialized area of practice. Board certification in otorhinolaryngology and head-neck nursing is highly valued and provides formal recognition of basic otorhinolaryngology and head-neck nursing knowledge.

The Certification Program is sponsored by the National Certifying Board of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses (NCBOHN). The Certification Examination for Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses is administered for the NCBOHN by the Professional Testing Corporation (PTC), 1350 Broadway – 17th Floor, New York, New York 10018, (212) 356-0660. Questions concerning the examination should be referred to PTC.

Click here for CORLN Examination and Recertification Information

Application Deadlines*

Testing Windows

April 9, 2025

May 10 – May 24, 2025

September 3, 2025

October 4 – October 18, 2025

*Applications will not be accepted after this deadline

The National Certifying Board for Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses Proudly Presents the 2024 Newly Certified and Renewed CORLNs. Congratulations! 

Newly Certified CORLN’s

Amanda Burgus
Natasha Cuffee

Elizabeth Frerich

Lauren Gee


Recertified CORLN’s

Becky Andrews
Tiffany Ellis
Danielle Fournier

Scott Henderson
Melissa Loose
Milissa Pressey

Tyree Smith
Kaitlin Vance

 

If you have questions about your certification status, email [email protected].

Core Curriculum for Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nursing – 3rd Edition

The 3rd Edition is finally here!

We have been working hard on the 3rd edition of SOHN's Core Curriculum textbook and it's release is finally here!

After getting feedback from our members and past purchasers of the Core Curriculum, the newest edition includes updated content, new chapters, and will is accessible by electronic download only. That means minimal wait times to receive your electronic copy, easier accessibility, the ability to search for key terms and phrases, and the ability for purchasers to print out as needed.

National Certifying Board for Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses (NCBOHN) Leadership

President
Cristie Roush, DNP, GNP-BC, CORLN

Vice President
Betsey Kim, MSN, CRNP, CORLN

Secretary
Deena Hollingsworth, MSN, FNP-BC, CORLN

Board Member
Cheryl Brandt, MSN, RN, CNS, CORLN

Board Member
Kris Estheimer, BSN, RN, CORLN

Executive Director
Sandra Schwartz, MS, RN, CORLN