--- title: Our 10 New CNOR Specialty Designations description: Add your specialty to your CNOR! Check out our 10 newest CNOR Specialty Designations. image: https://blog.cc-institute.org/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-NUERO-Designation%20(1).png --- - [303-369-9566](tel:303-369-9566) - [Store](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchCategory) [![CC-Institute Logo](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hubfs/CCI_December2019/Images/logo-cci.png "About Us")](https://www.cc-institute.org) - [About Us](https://www.cc-institute.org/about-us/) - [Why Certify](https://www.cc-institute.org/why-certify/) - [Governance](https://www.cc-institute.org/governance/) - [Leadership](https://www.cc-institute.org/leadership/) - [Volunteer](https://info.cc-institute.org/volunteers) - [TrueNorth](https://info.cc-institute.org/truenorth) - [CNOR Strong](https://info.cc-institute.org/cnor-strong) - [Certification Coach](https://info.cc-institute.org/certification-coach) - [DAISY Award](https://info.cc-institute.org/pastdaisy) - Certify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/) - [Designations](https://www.cc-institute.org/specialty-designations/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/learn/) - Recertify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/#cnor-modal) - [Designations](https://www.cc-institute.org/specialty-designation-recertification) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm-first-cycle/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp-recertify) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb-recertify) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc-recertify) - Education - [Microcredentials](https://www.cc-institute.org/microcredentials/) - [Certificates of Mastery](https://www.cc-institute.org/certificates-of-mastery/) - [Prep Books](https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DK2CRBNC/allbooks) - [Exam Prep Courses](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchandiseSearch&g10_key=dbbaedcf-0f0f-444c-9fc2-9dc9b12c42c1) - [Free Educational Activities](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchSubcategory&g10_key=963759fc-0959-4223-9eeb-df38ff8acc58) - [Nursing Continuous Professional Development](https://account.cc-institute.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=COEMerchandiseSearch&g10_key=6cb0d3ef-7d3f-4de9-b521-3cb219c47629) - [News](https://www.cc-institute.org/news/) - [Login](https://account.cc-institute.org/eWeb/MemberPage.aspx) - [Why Certify](https://www.cc-institute.org/why-certify/) - Learn - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/learn/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/learn/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/learn/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/learn/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/learn/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/learn/) - Apply - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnor/apply/) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/cssm/apply/) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/apply/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/apply/) - [CFPN](https://www.cc-institute.org/cfpn/apply/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/apply/) - Recertify - [CNOR](https://www.cc-institute.org/#modal-cnor) - [CSSM](https://www.cc-institute.org/#modal-cssm) - [CNS-CP](https://www.cc-institute.org/cns-cp/recertify/) - [CNAMB](https://www.cc-institute.org/cnamb/recertify/) - [NPDA-BC](https://www.cc-institute.org/npda-bc/recertify/) - CPD - [Microcredentials](https://www.cc-institute.org/microcredentials/) - [Certificates of Mastery](https://www.cc-institute.org/certificates-of-mastery/) - [Login](https://account.cc-institute.org/eWeb/MemberPage.aspx) # CCI Blog # Our 10 New CNOR Specialty Designations Posted by [Hana Sigman](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/author/hana-sigman) on Feb 25, 2026 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share)  ![Specialty Designations Blog-1](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Specialty%20Designations%20Blog-1.png?width=823&height=410&name=Specialty%20Designations%20Blog-1.png)   At the start of 2026, we released another exciting batch of CNOR Specialty Designations to recognize the diverse expertise of our certified perioperative nurse community. Explore the 10 new designations we’ve added and keep an eye out for yours! 🔍     # ![CNOR-VASC-Designation](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-VASC-Designation.png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-VASC-Designation.png) The CNOR-VASC Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in vascular surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in arterial, venous, and lymphatic system procedures. [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       # ![CNOR-PLAS-Designation](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-PLAS-Designation.png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-PLAS-Designation.png) The CNOR-PLAS Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in plastic and reconstructive surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in aesthetic, reconstructive, and restorative procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       ![CNOR-GYN-Designation](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-GYN-Designation.png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-GYN-Designation.png)The CNOR-GYN Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in gynecologic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in female reproductive system procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       ![CNOR-GEN-Designation](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-GEN-Designation.png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-GEN-Designation.png)The **CNOR-GEN Specialty Designation** recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in general surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in general surgery, including abdominal and soft tissue procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)         # ![CNOR-ENT-Designation](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-ENT-Designation.png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-ENT-Designation.png) The CNOR-GEN Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of CNOR-certified nurses in ear, nose, and throat surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in head and neck procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)         ![CNOR-OMFS-Designation (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-OMFS-Designation%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-OMFS-Designation%20(1).png)The CNOR-OMFS Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise of nurses in oral and maxillofacial surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in jaw, face, and oral cavity procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)           ![CNOR-OPHT-Designation (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-OPHT-Designation%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-OPHT-Designation%20(1).png) The CNOR-OPHT Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in ophthalmic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in eye and vision-related procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       ![CNOR-TXPL-Designation (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-TXPL-Designation%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-TXPL-Designation%20(1).png)The CNOR-TXPL Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in ophthalmic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in eye and vision-related procedures. [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       ![CNOR-UROL-Designation (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-UROL-Designation%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-UROL-Designation%20(1).png)The CNOR-UROL Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in ophthalmic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in eye and vision-related procedures. [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/)       # ![CNOR-NUERO-Designation (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Images/CNOR-NUERO-Designation%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=CNOR-NUERO-Designation%20(1).png)   The CNOR-NEURO Specialty Designation recognizes the exceptional expertise and dedication of nurses in ophthalmic surgical settings, showcasing specialized knowledge and experience in eye and vision-related procedures.  [Learn More](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/) For detailed information about our full list of CNOR Strong Specialty Designations, including eligibility criteria and renewal requirements, please visit our [Specialty Designations page](https://www.cc-institute.org/certify/cnor/cnor-specialty-designations/) and consult your [CNOR Handbook](https://blog.cc-institute.org/hubfs/Handbooks/CNOR%20Candidate%20Handbook.pdf). 📘 **Thank You For Your Supp** Topics: [CNOR](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnor) ### Subscribe Here ! ## Featured posts ### Posts by Tag - [Insider (17)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/insider) - [CNOR (12)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnor) - [TrueNorth (9)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/truenorth) - [CFPN (5)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cfpn) - [CNAMB (5)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnamb) - [CSSM (4)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cssm) - [Recertification (3)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/recertification) - [cns-cp (2)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cns-cp) - [CNOR Coach Guest Post (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cnor-coach-guest-post) - [CSSL (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/cssl) - [Coach (1)](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog/topic/coach) See all - COMPANY - [About Us](https://www.cc-institute.org/about-us/) - [Contact Us](https://www.cc-institute.org/contact/) - [Careers](https://www.cc-institute.org/careers/) - [Ethics](https://www.cc-institute.org/ethics-policy/) - [Accommodations](https://www.cc-institute.org/exam-accommodations/) - [Appeals](https://www.cc-institute.org/appeals/) - [Credential Statistics](https://info.cc-institute.org/certification-statistics) - [Research Foundation](https://cc-researchfoundation.org/?__hstc=69684815.3af3c67eaec9ad6fdebd8e7baf5b5ac7.1575525812964.1575613291682.1575621180162.8&__hssc=69684815.3.1575621180162&__hsfp=2230078507) - RESOURCES - [Verify Certification](https://account.cc-institute.org/eWeb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=AGSCredVer) - [Why Certify](https://www.cc-institute.org/why-certify/) - [Updates to CCI Credentials](https://www.cc-institute.org/updates-to-cci-credentials/) - [Partners](https://www.cc-institute.org/partners/) - [News](https://www.cc-institute.org/news/) - [Upcoming Events](https://www.cc-institute.org/events/) - [Blog](https://blog.cc-institute.org/blog) - GET IN TOUCH - [(888) 257-2667](tel:(888)%20257-2667) - [(303) 695-8464](tel:(303)%20695-8464) - [info@cc-institute.org](mailto:info@cc-institute.org) - © 2024 CCI. 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