ANPD
ANPD advances the specialty practice of nursing professional development. Member discounts on ANPD Web-based educational programming
We are the only organization able to meet the specific learning and development needs of NPD specialists, regardless of clinical specialty area. ANPD member benefits include:
Savings of up to $250 on Annual Convention registration
Access to members only online Discussion Forums
A variety of opportunities to earn CEs via CE Direct
A subscription to TrendLines, which includes best practices, scholarship and grant information, event updates, messages from the JNPD editors just for ANPD members and much more!
09/23/2026
Your next professional milestone could be closer than you think. The Mary Holtschneider Fund Scholarship provides financial support to ANPD members pursuing opportunities such as NPD Essentials, certification preparation, and leadership development, helping you invest in your future with less financial stress.
β° Applications close in just one week. Don't miss the chance to receive funding that can help you take the next step in your NPD journey.
https://anpd.users.membersuite.com/community/competitions/competition-details/9f2e4bc4-00aa-cbac-1edc-0b49ec942700
09/22/2026
Mark your calendar for ANPD's upcoming webinar and discover a fresh approach to quality improvement. Learn how the EQUiPP Framework can help interprofessional teams identify best practices and sustain improvements that lead to better outcomes. Designed to bridge evidence-based practice and quality improvement, this innovative framework offers practical guidance for creating effective solutions and driving lasting results.
Join your NPD colleagues to explore how a structured, collaborative approach can strengthen quality initiatives while building confidence in the changes you implement. Participants can earn 1.0 ANCC NCPD contact hour and gain valuable insights to take back to their organizations.
Register now: https://www.anpd.org/Professional-Development/Webinars
09/18/2026
Behind every success is a dedicated volunteer! We want to take a moment to recognize our volunteers who serve on ANPD committees and help move both the association and the NPD profession forward. Through their expertise and countless hours of service, they help create educational opportunities, shape resources, support members, and strengthen the future of nursing professional development.
ANPD wouldn't be what it is today without their passion and willingness to give back to the community they care so deeply about. Please join us in thanking our committee members for their tremendous contributions and for helping make ANPD a stronger organization for all. ππ
09/18/2026
As NPD Week comes to a close, take time to reflect on where your professional journey is headed. Making Your Vision a Reality: Developing Your Nursing Professional Development Plan offers practical guidance for identifying your goals, creating a roadmap for growth, and taking intentional steps toward the future you envision. If you're ready to turn aspirations into action, this article provides a thoughtful place to start. β¨
Read the full article: https://www.anpd.org/NPD-In-Motion/Article/making-your-vision-a-reality-developing-your-nursing-professional-development-plan
09/17/2026
The NPD community never stops learning, and these ANPD members are proof of that commitment. Through the NPD Brag Board, members continue to share exciting achievements ranging from newly earned certifications to acceptance into educational programs that will help shape the next chapter of their careers.
Please join us in celebrating the achievements of ANPD members, ranging from newly earned certifications to acceptance into educational programs that will help shape the next chapter of their careers. Their accomplishments not only strengthen their own practice but also contribute to the continued advancement of the NPD specialty.
Susan Donston, MSA, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, CCRN, Amanda Stubbs, MBA, MSN-ED, NPD-BC, and Brittany Snapp, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, RNC-MNN, EMT-B
Beth Kilmoyer & the ANPD Chesapeake Affiliate of Maryland
Monika L. Perez
Celebrate out loud during !
Whether it's a team gathering, a favorite NPD Week tradition, or a moment that made you proud to be part of the specialty, share it with us. Be sure to tag ANPD in your photos and posts so we can follow along and spotlight the incredible celebrations happening across the NPD community.
Bonus points for cupcakes. π§π
09/16/2026
A new day means new certifications to brag about! As we continue celebrating , we're recognizing ANPD members who recently shared their certification achievements through the NPD Brag Board. Earning a certification takes commitment, perseverance, and a dedication to professional growth, and these practitioners have demonstrated all three through this important milestone.
π Please join us in congratulating:
Deanna Hill, MSN, RNC-NIC, NPD-BC, and the Center for Professional Development at Connecticut Children's
Keisha W. Jackson, NPD-BC
Vincent Pena, NPD-BC
Evelyn C. Santos, MS, RN, NPD-BC, PMHN-BC
09/16/2026
What does a career in nursing professional development look like from the perspective of those living it every day? In this special NPD Week episode, "Spilling the Tea in NPD: Celebrating NPD Week Together," hosts Naomi Fox, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, CCRN, and Stephanie Zidek, PhD, RN, AGCNS-BC, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, are joined by Liz Cambier, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, and Mary Smith, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NC-BC, AMB-BC, C-EFM, CCE, for an honest conversation about their paths into the NPD specialty and the experiences that shaped their careers.π
π§ Listen today and celebrate what makes the NPD community so special: https://www.anpd.org/NPD-In-Motion/Article/spilling-the-tea-in-npd-celebrating-npd-week-together
09/15/2026
π NPD Week is a celebration of growth, and there's no better way to keep that momentum going than by joining the ANPD Virtual Symposium, now just one month away. Connect with NPD practitioners from across the country and engage in educational experiences designed specifically for our profession.
Register now and log in on October 15: https://www.anpd.org/Events/Virtual-Symposium
09/15/2026
Celebrate the stories behind the profession as we take a closer look at the people helping shape the future of nursing professional development. ANPD's Specialty Spotlight series highlights members from across the NPD community, sharing their experiences, insights, and the unique ways they contribute to advancing practice in healthcare settings nationwide.
Each story offers a different perspective on the profession and serves as a reminder that there are many paths within NPD, united by a shared commitment to supporting learning and professional growth. π
https://www.anpd.org/NPD-In-Motion/Article/tag/specialty-spotlight
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