Professional certification awards
Achieving certification shows strong commitment to a profession, demonstrating expertise and ultimate mastery of a specialty. The health system recognizes that commitment with cash awards in support of employees’ continuous learning and career growth. Professional certification achievement among staff also advances the organization in important designations such as Magnet and NCI.
Award amounts for professional certifications
- New certifications: $600
- Certification maintenance/renewal: $400
- Up to 2 certifications per calendar year
Awards are available to all staff
- Full-time and part-time staff
- PRN staff who have worked at least 250 hours in the most recent 12 months
- Clinical and non-clinical professions
- Great Bend and Kansas City divisions
Certification cannot be required for job
- Encourages continuous learning, career growth and academic excellence
Additional requirements are detailed on the award request form on 24/7, Life & Career section, Tuition Reimbursement & Certifications page. If you have questions, please contact the HR Support Center at 913-945-6500 or askhr@kumc.edu.
