The chart below shows the requirements to sit for the Ostomy Management Specialist® OMS National Board Certification Exam.
REFER TO THE OMS CANDIDATE EXAM HANDBOOK FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.
Complete the NAWCO online application for the OMS certification exam.
Credentials
Upon passing the OMS certification exam, candidates may use the initials “OMS”, Ostomy Management Specialist® to designate their status. Credentials are awarded for a five (5) year period. Prior to expiration of the credentialing term, certificants are required to recertify with the NAWCO® to maintain their credentials.
