Standardizing Certification for Critical Care APPs

This chapter focuses on the newly established certification for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in critical care by the American College of Chest Physicians. It discusses the motivations for this certification, the challenges faced in training, and the need for a standardized approach to validate APPs' skills. The chapter also introduces essential educational resources and outlines the details of the certification exam aimed at enhancing the competency of APPs in critical care settings.