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Credentialing - Frequently Asked Questions

Were changes made to the SNS Credential Program requirements?
A: No. The SNS Credential Program requirements remain the same.
Is there a fee for taking the Credentialing Exam?
A: Yes. The application fee is $150 for members and $245 for non-members. If you are not deemed eligible to sit for the exam or cancel your exam registration, you will receive a refund of the exam application fee minus the processing fee of $25. Those who earn the SNS Credential will pay a yearly maintenance fee. The maintenance fee for members is $35; non-members is $130.
Do I need to be a member or become certified to sit for the Credentialing Exam?
A: No. You do not need to be an SNA member or become certified in order to sit for the exam.
I want to take the SNS Credentialing exam. How do I do that?
A: The Credentialing Exam Handbook contains the requirements, exam content outline, listing of resource materials and application to apply for the exam. You may call the SNA Service Center to request a Handbook be mailed to you, or you can download it by visiting www.schoolnutrition.org and clicking on “Career & Education” and Select “SNS Credentialing.” The website also provides information on exam locations and dates. The Credentialing Exam Study Guide, 2nd edition is one of several resource tools for the exam. It addresses broad topics essential to school nutrition programs; however, it is not intended to be the sole source for preparing for the SNS exam. It may be purchased for $40 through the SNA Emporium toll Free at 800-728-0728.
I took the SNS exam, how long will it take for me to receive the results from the exam?
A: The exam is scored by an independent testing vendor and it takes approximately 8 weeks after the exam date for the results to be issued. If you have successfully passed the credentialing exam, you are given the designation SNS as well as a card and certificate displaying the SNS designation. If you fail the exam, you’ll receive a diagnostic report that shows which areas you scored weakest on.
I passed the SNS exam, how long is my credentialing renewal period?
A: The credentialing renewal period is every 3 years.
Is there an annual fee for maintaining my SNS Credential?
A: Yes. The annual maintenance fee for the SNS Credential is $35 for members and $130 for non-members. An invoice will be sent on the anniversary month of the date you took the exam.
My SNS Credential is scheduled to expire soon. Do I need to submit documentation of my CEUs?
A: No. You are not required to submit documentation of earning 45 CEUs unless you are randomly selected for an audit. You will be notified if you are randomly selected for audit when you receive your renewal notice. SNA will maintain CEUs for SNA sponsored activities that you attend. You may view and print your SNA transcript online at www.schoolnutrition.org; click on My SNA.
How can my SNA State Affiliate host the SNS Credentialing exam?
A: SNA State Affiliate representatives may contact Shantal Hall, SNA Certification & Credentialing Manager at shall@schoolnutrition.org or (800) 877-8822, ext. 180 for details on hosting the SNS Credentialing exam.