HPNA
Advancing nursing expertise in hospice and palliative care through education, advocacy, leadership, and research.
HPNF
Supporting hospice and palliative research, education, and leadership development to advance expert nursing care.
HPCC
Advancing expert care in serious illness through state-of-the-art certification of continuing competency in hospice and palliative care and research.
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Volume Discounts
Support your nursing care teams with volume discounts on HPNA memberships, educational resources, and HPCC certification exams.
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Make a Difference
Support the future of hospice and palliative care nurses as they grow their knowledge, advance their careers, and respond to the ever-evolving needs of our communities.
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Become Certified
Achieving a specialty hospice and palliative care certification from HPCC validates expertise in hospice and palliative care.
Upcoming Events
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Better Living Through Chemis-tree: Pharmacology Rooted in Comfort Care
Explore the science (and soul) of medication management in hospice and palliative care. With Alexandra L. McPherson PharmD, MPH and Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD, PhD, FAAHPM, this four-hour workshop digs deep into the pharmacologic “roots” of pain relief, symptom control, and deprescribing. This workshop is a must-attend for nurses who want to grow their skills in person-centered comfort care.
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2026 FPCN® Office Hours
Interested in learning more about becoming a 2027 HPNA Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing (FPCN®)? Bring your questions and come chat with us!
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2026 HPNA Annual Conference
The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) is proud to host a magical educational conference for nurses in the hospice and palliative care field. This conference offers a unique opportunity for attendees to deepen their clinical knowledge, enhance their caregiving skills, and connect with individuals who share a passion for compassionate, person-centered care.
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ACHPN® Virtual Live Certification Review Course
This instructor-led certification review course is designed to help prepare you for the upcoming Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) ACHPN® Certification Exam.
HPNA Learning Center
The HPNA Learning Center allows you to access up-to-date, convenient, and self-paced learning modules with real-time test grading and printing of your NCPD certificates.
Our courses are developed based on current health care trends, clinical issues related to care approaches for the patient and their family, and practice issues related to and in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Go to My CoursesLatest News
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HPNA was one of 277 organizations to sign onto the Department of Education letter
Last week, HPNA was one of 277 state and national organizations across the health care and higher education community that signed onto the Department of Education letter in support of nursing as a professional degree. Read the full letter here.
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HPNA submits comments on proposed rule regarding professional degree classification
This week, HPNA submitted comments to the Department of Education on its proposed rule regarding professional degree classification and loan caps, urging the Department to include post-baccalaureate nursing degrees within the classification of “professional degrees” for the purposes of federal student loan policy.
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Government Funding Bill Passed This Week
This week, the House and Senate finally passed the FY26 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill. The legislation contains critical items, including research funding and telehealth, that can be considered positive movement for the hospice and palliative care community.
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Spotlight on HPNF Corporate Engagement Council Member: Four Seasons
Four Seasons is a nationally recognized, award-winning, nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider in Western North Carolina. Founded in 1979 by a group of local volunteers who wanted to make a difference in their community, Four Seasons began a legacy of dedication to quality end-of-life care to anyone in need.
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HPCC Role Delineation Studies
HPCC is conducting Role Delineation Studies for the Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN®), Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN®), and Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (CHPLN®) certifications.