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The HCSS certification process provides a comprehensive evaluation of key functional areas such as processes for verifying the credentials and competencies of health care staff. Program standards also address major content areas such as Leadership, Human Resources Management, Performance Measurement and Improvement, and Information Management.

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Manual: Health Care Staffing Services
Chapter: Certification Participation Requirements CPR
Last reviewed by Standards Interpretation: February 08, 2022 Represents the most recent date that the FAQ was reviewed (e.g. annual review).
First published date: April 11, 2016 This Standards FAQ was first published on this date.
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