CGFNS is Now TruMerit: A New Era in Global Healthcare Credentialing
For decades, CGFNS International has been the leading authority in validating the credentials of internationally educated healthcare professionals. In a landmark transformation, CGFNS has rebranded as TruMerit, reinforcing its commitment to authenticating and verifying the qualifications of healthcare workers worldwide. This change reflects the organization’s broader mission to support workforce mobility, enhance credentialing standards, and ensure healthcare professionals receive the recognition they deserve.
What TruMerit Offers
TruMerit continues to provide the essential credentialing services previously offered by CGFNS, ensuring that healthcare professionals meet the regulatory and professional standards required in the United States and beyond. These services include:
Credentials Evaluation Services
- Credentials Evaluation Service Professional®
- Credentials Evaluation Service Academic®
- Credentials Evaluation Service Nursing Specialty
Credentials Verification Services
- New York State Credential Verification Service
- Nursing Council of New Zealand Credential Verification Service
- Aruba Credential Verification Service
Certification Programs
- VisaScreen®: Visa Credentials Assessment
- TruMerit (CGFNS) Certification Program®
- Certified Global Nurse Consultant (CGNC)
- ISPN®: International Standards for Professional Nurses Program
- Global Rehabilitation Certification
Documentation Management
- eSAVED™: Extended Storage of Authenticated and Verified Electronic Documents
- eDas™: eDocument Authentication Service
- Self-Assessment and Add-on Services
How TruMerit Supports Healthcare Professionals
TruMerit continues to streamline the pathway for internationally educated healthcare professionals seeking licensure and employment opportunities in the U.S. and other countries. By verifying academic credentials, validating professional licenses, and assessing English proficiency where required, TruMerit ensures that applicants meet all regulatory standards.
Key Programs and Their Benefits
Certification Program (CP)
The TruMerit Certification Program (previously CGFNS CP) remains a crucial requirement for some state boards of nursing as an alternative to the Credentials Evaluation Service (CES) Professional Report. This program includes:
- Passing the TruMerit (CGFNS) Qualifying Exam® for registered nurses
- Verification of secondary (high school) and nursing education
- Assessment of licensure comparability to U.S. standards
- Meeting English proficiency requirements
Upon successful completion, candidates receive the TruMerit Certification Program Certificate, which can be sent directly to the state board of their choice to fulfill eligibility requirements for the NCLEX-RN® exam.
CES Report: Credentials Evaluation Service
The CES Report evaluates international nursing education and compares it to U.S. standards. It is used by state boards of nursing, employers, and academic institutions to assess:
- Educational comparability for RN or LPN/LVN licensure
- Validity of licensure and licensing history
- Academic qualifications for further education placement
VisaScreen®: Visa Credentials Assessment
The VisaScreen® certification is mandatory for foreign healthcare professionals seeking an occupational visa to work in the U.S. This process verifies that:
- The applicant’s education meets U.S. equivalency
- All professional licenses are valid and unrestricted
- The applicant has met the English language proficiency requirement
- Registered nurses have passed the CGFNS Qualifying Exam®, NCLEX-RN®, or the SBTPE (for select years)
How to start New York CGFNS process
eDas™: eDocument Authentication Service
The eDas™ (eDocument Authentication Service) is a digital document verification system that ensures authenticity and expedites the credentialing process. This service benefits:
- State Boards of Nursing
- Academic Institutions
- Employers and Hospitals
- Recruiters and Immigration Attorneys
- Governmental Agencies
Unlike CES, eDas™ does not provide a comparability statement but ensures that submitted documents are officially authenticated and verifiable.
New Zealand CGFNS Verification Process
The Future of TruMerit
TruMerit remains committed to excellence in credential evaluation, certification, and professional recognition. This rebranding signifies a renewed focus on improving healthcare workforce mobility while maintaining the high standards that CGFNS has upheld for nearly 50 years.
With this transformation, healthcare professionals worldwide can continue to rely on TruMerit to support their career progression, facilitate global employment opportunities, and ensure compliance with international regulatory standards.
For more information, visit TruMerit’s official website.
