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The next International Conference on Forensic Nursing Science & Practice will be held August 27-29, 2024 in Denver, Colorado and will include a trade show in addition to a full educational program.

Conference

Annual Conference

We offer more than 100 courses, including Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) trainings and certification exam prep, case reviews, IPV nurse examiner program, expert witness training, “No SANE in Sight” training for all healthcare providers, and more.

Online Learning Center

Online Learning Center

IAFN offers two certifications: the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner – Adult/Adolescent (SANE-A®) and the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner – Pediatric/Adolescent (SANE-P®). Exams are held each April and September.

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Membership in the world’s largest community of forensic nurses offers free forensic nursing-specific CEs, access to clinical and research experts, and more.

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