Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 4 , Pages 248-252 , July 2006

Psychometric Analysis of the Perceived Value of Certification Tool©

  • Karen R. Sechrist, PhD, RN, FAAN

      Affiliations

    • Principal, Berlin Sechrist Associates, Irvine, CA
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence and reprint requests to Dr. Sechrist: PhD, RN, FAAN, 18 Morningstar, Irvine, California 92603-3745.
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  • Linda E. Berlin, DrPH, RNC

      Affiliations

    • Principal, Berlin Sechrist Associates, Chevy Chase, MD

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doi: 10.1016/j.profnurs.2005.11.006

Journal of Professional Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 4 , Pages 248-252 , July 2006