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  • Please sign in using your HPCC Login to complete the application process. If any issues logging in, please contact info@hpna.org. HPCC recognizes the value of certification. It is the responsibility ...

     01-01-2024  |  Full Day (8 hours)

  • Volunteer Opportunity

    Please sign in using your HPCC Login to complete the application process. If any issues logging in, please contact info@hpna.org. The Awards Selection Committee is responsible for reviewing the Certificant ...

     06-01-2023  |  Quick Task (less than an hour)

  • The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) received grant funding to translate HPNA's 25 existing Nursing Resource Guides (NRGs) into Spanish in order to increase access. The NRGs were translated ...

     06-05-2023  |  Short Task (a few hours)

  • Volunteer Opportunity

    HPCC is seeking individuals who are passionate about developing a culture and processes that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The DEIB Task Force members will focus on establishing ...

     06-30-2023  |  Quick Task (less than an hour)

  • Please be sure to use your login credentials to access the application. The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) is seeking volunteers to participate on a recertification task force. ...

     05-01-2023  |  Small Project (up to 40 hours total)

  • Volunteer Opportunity

    The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) is seeking volunteers to participate on a recertification task force. We hope to have representation from all credentials (ACHPN, APHSW-C, CHPCA, ...

     04-17-2023  |  Small Project (up to 40 hours total)

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  • Saturday, July 29, 2023 - (open-ended)
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Upcoming Events


  • Thursday
    15
    June

    ELNEC Core

    Jun 15, 10:00 - 19:00 (ET)
    ELNEC courses provide nurses with education in hospice and palliative nursing, preparing them to serve as instructors teaching this critical information to other nurses in the specialty.

  • Wednesday
    28
    June

    FPCN Office Hour

    Jun 28, 13:00 - 14:00 (ET)
    Interested in learning more about becoming a 2024 HPNA Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing (FPCN)? Bring your questions and come chat with us!

  • Friday
    14
    July

    ACHPN Live Virtual Certification Review Course

    Jul 14, 10:00 - 19:00 (ET)
    This instructor-led certification review course is designed to help prepare you for your upcoming Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) ACHPN certification exam.