Pathway To PICC Certification (CPUI)

Become a Certified PICC Ultrasound Inserter (CPUI). This is a pathway to grow your career as a vascular access specialist. Whether beginner or qualified PICC inserter, take the next steps to raise your qualifications to Expert, then maintain those qualifications through renewal and experience.

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Step #1: BECOME PICC QUALIFIED*

Complete the required education (in a class or online) CPUI Certification Path
Perform a supervised simulated insertion
Perform clinical precepted insertions on patients, establishing competency as documented by your preceptor (Competency Assessment form)
Gain your education through the online Beginner Insertion Bundle or PICC Workshops.

Beginner PICC Insertion Bundle Workshops with Basic Insertion Bundle

*PICC Excellence PICC qualification and PICC Certification (CPUI) are based on SHEA recommendations, INS Standards and CDC guidelines regarding PICC training, precepted insertions on patients and need to establish procedural competence.

Step #2: Gain PICC Insertion Experience

Programs to Deepen Your Knowledge

Establish competency with supervised insertions
Perform 24 or more unsupervised insertions in a clinical setting
Suggested education:
- Safe IV Patient Care
- PICC Site Assessment

Step #3: ESTABLISH YOUR EXPERT STATUS THROUGH CERTIFICATION - CPUI

Qualify through proof of Education, Competency assessment, and Insertion history.
Complete the CPUI exam and gain your PICC Certification

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Step #4: MAINTAIN EXPERT STATUS

Take CE courses to remain current with evidence-based practices
Retake courses to refresh your understanding
Suggested Courses include:
Maintain your CPUI status by renewing every three years through education, insertion and competency