title: Dermatology nurse certified--now what does that mean?
abstract: What is certification and what does it mean to professionalization of dermatology nursing? The certification process is explored through one personal experience. Some discussion of the Dermatology Nurses Association's role in professionalism is included.
authors.forename: D M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Thomay
mesh_terms: D002568:Certification / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003880:Dermatology / Q000193:education*; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D011361:Professional Competence; D013041:Specialties, Nursing / Q000193:education*