Complete Guide to Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification (ENPC)

If you’re a nurse that provides emergency care to pediatric patients, earning your Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification (ENPC certification) is a key step in deepening your expertise and expanding your career opportunities. Learn everything you need to know about ENPC certification—from eligibility and exam prep to cost and renewal, along with how Nomad Health supports travel nurses pursuing professional growth.

Benefits and Career Opportunities with ENPC Certification

ENPC certification offers both clinical and career-focused benefits for nurses working in emergency and pediatric care environments:

• Strengthens clinical competence in pediatric trauma and emergency care
• Enhances your qualifications for pediatric nursing jobs and ER travel assignments
• Increases professional credibility among healthcare teams
• May be required or preferred by top employers, especially for trauma centers
• Supports continuing education requirements for state licensing and certifications
• Earn 18.25 CNE hours

Career settings that value ENPC certification include:

• Pediatric emergency departments
• Trauma centers
• Community hospital EDs
• Flight and transport nursing

ENPC Certification Requirements

To be eligible for ENPC certification, you must meet the following criteria set by the ENA:

Eligibility Criteria

• Hold a current, unrestricted RN license to receive verification
• Have experience or interest in caring for pediatric emergency patients
• Licensed practical nurses and paramedics are eligible to attend all portions of the course and obtain CNE hours, but are not eligible for provider status verification.

Required Experience and Education

• While not mandatory, having recent experience in pediatric or emergency nursing will help you succeed in the course and practical skills evaluation

The ENPC is clinical scenario-based, focusing on recognizing normal and abnormal findings and appropriate evidence-based Nursing interventions.

Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification Course Format

To meet the needs of all learners, the program includes various educational approaches, including:

• Provider Manual: Covers pediatric emergency nursing fundamentals, with additional focus on specialized areas such as environmental emergencies and human trafficking.
• Online pre-course modules: self-guided content including the Pediatric Nursing Process, which provide immediate feedback prior to the course. Think of it as a super thorough study guide!
• Instructor-led classroom presentations and skill stations: the course is typically completed in one and a half days. In-person, hybrid or virtual classroom learning includes practical skill stations, group discussions, and other interactive exercises.
• Online examination: open book test! 
• Hybrid and virtual courses available

Navigating the ENPC Certification Process

Step-by-Step Guide to ENPC Certification

1. Register for the Course
   Sign up for an ENPC course through the ENA’s course locator. Courses are offered in-person and occasionally in hybrid formats.
2. Complete Pre-course Learning Modules
   Online modules must be completed prior to the in-person portion of the course.
3. Attend the ENPC Course (Typically one and a half days)
   This includes didactic, case-based learning, and hands-on trauma skills sessions.
4. Pass the Cognitive Exam
   A 50-question multiple-choice test taken at the end of the course.
5. Demonstrate Required Skills
   Participate in pediatric trauma simulations and pass all skills stations.
6. Receive ENPC Provider Status
   Certification is valid for four years.

Exam Preparation Tips

• Review pre-course materials thoroughly
• Focus on pediatric anatomy, assessment, shock management, pediatric pharmacology, medication dosing, and trauma protocols
• Take practice tests if available from your course provider
• Join study groups or nursing forums to ask questions and share prep tips
• Don’t skip hands-on practice—the skills station is pass/fail

Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them

For nurses with existing Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications, revisiting the material can enhance their clinical decision-making in emergency situations.

Online Resources and Support for ENPC Candidates

Online Communities

• ENA’s forums and membership site
• Facebook groups for emergency and trauma nurses
• Reddit's r/nursing community
  

Educational Websites and Courses

• ENA ENPC Page
• Relias Learning and other CEU platforms
• Emergency nurse prep apps and review sites

Some institutions offer ENPC alongside TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) as a dual-certification prep pathway.

The Cost to Obtaining Your ENPC Certification

The total cost of obtaining ENPC certification ranges from $250–$400 for the course fee, plus optional study materials ($0–$50), travel expenses, and a renewal fee of ~$100–$150 every four years. Understanding ENPC certification costs helps emergency and pediatric nurses budget effectively for their career advancement.

Costs of Certification

Budgeting Tips and Financial Aid Options

• Ask your employer about certification reimbursement
• Use CEU benefits offered by many hospitals
• Watch for state or hospital grants that cover trauma training

Travel nurses: Check if your staffing agency (like Nomad) offers education stipends

Ongoing Education and ENPC Certification Renewal Requirements

ENPC provider status is valid for four years. To renew:

• Retake the full ENPC course (including modules, lectures, and exams)
• There is currently no shortened or online-only renewal option
• Take the ENPC Challenge Course (a shorter format that includes testing and skills validation only – check with your ENA-approved course site for eligibility and availability)

Tracking your certification expiration and planning ahead will help you avoid gaps in credentials that may impact eligibility for certain jobs.

How Nomad Health Supports Travel Nurses in Obtaining ENPC Certification

At Nomad Health, we know that certifications like ENPC can open doors to high-impact, higher-paying roles. That's why we support travel nurses with:

• Access to travel nursing jobs that value ENPC credentials
• Flexible contracts to allow time for certification or renewal
• Transparent pay rates and job listings—no recruiter interference
• Career resources for nurses pursuing advanced certifications
• A supportive nurse community and knowledge hub

Whether you're preparing to take ENPC or renew your credential, Nomad Health can help align your professional goals with job opportunities that match your expertise.