AAFCP Certification
The purpose of AAFCP certification is to recognize and validate the professional competence of FertilityCare Instructors, Practitioners, Supervisors, Educators, and Medical Consultants in providing services consistent with the standards of the Creighton Model FertilityCare System and NaProTECHNOLOGY. Certification is a peer-reviewed process that verifies an individual's knowledge, clinical judgment, teaching ability, ethical practice, and application of established Academy standards through education, clinical experience, and competency-based evaluation. The certification process promotes excellence, consistency, accountability, and ongoing professional development, ensuring that certified professionals provide high-quality, standardized care that upholds the mission and professional standards of the AAFCP.
Step 2: Pay Member/Nonmember Fee & Submit Your Application
- Pay the Certification fee through the AAFCP Online Store: Members Store | Non-Members Store
- Combine your fully completed application and all supporting documents (including your payment receipt) into a single PDF.
- Send your completed application by email to the Chairman of the Commission on Certification: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For large files, you may want to send a link to your PDF file stored in Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.
Once your application is received by the Chairman, it will be assigned to an Application Reviewer who will review your application to make sure all documents are complete and the requirements are met. The Application Reviewer will select a client case to be submitted for review. The Chairman of the Commission on Certification will assign a Case Reviewer and request that you send the selected client case to your designated Case Reviewer. Once the review of your case is complete, you will be contacted by the Chairman with the results. The Case Reviewer may reach out to you with questions or suggestions regarding your case.
FAQs
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I received a certificate when I completed my Academy accredited education program. Why do I need certification?
The program certificate attests to satisfactory completion of your education. Academy certification is a recognition by your peers that you are a provider of FertilityCare who independently continues the quality services that you began while under supervision. Certification is a measure of competence nationally recognized by other health professionals. It documents adherence to the Code of Ethics, Academy standards and participation in continuing education activities.
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What types of certification are available?
Instructor, Practitioner, Supervisor, Educator and Medical Consultant are all forms of certification through the Academy.
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Why isn't Academy certification automatic when I have completed my education program?
The American Academy of FertilityCare Professionals is an organization that is separate and distinct from your education program. You must actively teach 10 new clients following successful completion of your Academy accredited education program.
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For how long is certification effective?
Certification lasts four years, after which time you may apply for renewal of certification.
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Are there any benefits to certification?
Absolutely! Certification is an educational process that promotes self-review and gives the full benefits of peer review. Professionalism, integrity and credibility among clients, other professionals and peers are certainly additional benefits. Some teachers receive higher salaries once they are certified. Moreover, you are eligible for voting membership in the Academy.
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Do I need to be certified to be a member of the Academy?
Certification is necessary in order to apply for voting membership status. There are other classes of membership—student and associate—which do not require Academy certification. However, voting members may vote, serve on committees and commissions and be elected to the board of directors.
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Why must I pay a certification fee with my application?
Applications for certification are reviewed by the Commission on Certification. The fee is used toward necessary expenses, such as secretarial, postage, copying, travel, meetings, phone calls and supplies.
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Who may I contact if I have questions?
The Chairman of the Commission on Certification may be reached via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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