Get dedicated credential management instead of an add-on to learning management. CerTracker focuses 100% on nursing compliance and credential tracking.
See how CerTracker's dedicated platform compares to HealthStream's LMS-centric approach
Core Focus
100% dedicated to credential, license, and certification management
Learning management with credentialing as add-on module
Learning Management (LMS)
Integrates with existing LMS platforms
Comprehensive healthcare LMS with courses
Nurse Self-Service Wallet
Portable credential wallet nurses own and control
Employer-managed learning records
Real-Time Credential Dashboard
Live compliance status with tiered expiration alerts
Focused on course completion tracking
Multi-State License Tracking
Built for multi-state RN/LPN licensure and compact licenses
Basic license field tracking
AI Document Processing
Magic Upload auto-extracts expiration dates and credential data
Manual document uploads
Competency Assessment
Tracks competency certifications and skills checklists
Full competency management with assessments
CEU & Continuing Education
Tracks CE credits and links to renewal requirements
Provides accredited CE courses
Primary Source Verification
Automated PSV with state boards and certifying bodies
Limited PSV capabilities
Magnet® & Pathway® Readiness
Purpose-built workflows and certification rate dashboards
Not specifically designed for Magnet
Audit-Ready Reports
One-click Joint Commission, Magnet®, and regulatory reports
Training compliance reports
Unit & Specialty Organization
Organize staff by units, specialties, and credential requirements
Department-based course assignments
Exclusion Monitoring
OIG, SAM, CMS Preclusion List screening
Available as separate module
Implementation Complexity
Quick setup with self-service nurse onboarding
Enterprise implementation for full LMS
Pricing Transparency
Clear per-nurse pricing for credential management
Enterprise bundled pricing
While HealthStream excels at learning management and competency training, CerTracker provides purpose-built credential tracking with real-time compliance visibility.
Real-time visibility into credential status means you're never caught off-guard by expirations or gaps.
Self-service tools let nurses manage their own credentials, reducing admin burden and improving accuracy.
Automated tracking and alerts eliminate manual spreadsheets and chasing down documents.
Purpose-built workflows and dashboards support your nursing excellence journey.
Generate comprehensive reports for Joint Commission, Magnet®, or state surveys in seconds.
From single units to enterprise health systems, CerTracker grows with your organization.
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