After passing an examination, an individual is certified for four years. The renewal process at HPCC is called the Hospice and Palliative Accrual for Recertification (HPAR), which requires fulfilling practice or work hour requirements and accumulating required points through various professional activities. All activities are added and submitted online through your LearningPlan in our LearningBuilder software.
Practice /Work Hour Requirements
Practice/Work hours can come from:
- Direct patient care
- Virtual/teleconference care
- Academic
- Research
- Administrative duties
- Consultant
- Case manager
- Program developer/coordinator
- Policy maker
Points for Professional Activities
Points can be accrued through:
- Continuing education
- Academic education
- Professional publications
- Professional presentations
- Precepting students
- Orienting Staff
- Volunteering in professional organizations
CHPN® Recertification Requirements
To renew your CHPN® credential, you must complete the Hospice and Palliative Accrual for Recertification (HPAR) and the Situational Judgment Exercise (SJE). The SJE is a series of case-based scenarios to test critical reasoning and clinical application of content beyond the level of the initial certification exam.
During your recertification, all courses completed through the HPNA Learning Center and the Palliative Care Basics modules will automatically sync with your Learning Plan. Courses outside of HPNA will need to be entered into your Learning Plan. As you add activities to your learning plan, there is an option to upload a certificate for each activity. This is optional and NOT required. Only individuals selected for an audit will be required to upload a certificate for each activity.
Your HPCC credential may only be used during your four-year certification period. If you do not recertify, you must stop using the credential immediately. This includes but is not limited to your email signature, on your lab coat, employment badge, or social media profiles. HPCC conducts periodic reviews for any misuse of its credentials. If fraudulent use is found, you will be notified, and immediate action will be required.
Download the CHPN® HPAR Packet for more information about practice hour requirements, professional development activities, and more.
Reporting Period
The reporting period in which you can accumulate points for CHPN® renewal is from the day your certification begins until you submit your application. You may submit your HPAR application beginning one year prior to your expiration date up until the expiration date. HPCC offers early-bird pricing to certificants who submit their HPAR application two months prior to the expiration date.
Fees
| Recertification Fees | |
|---|---|
| CHPN® Certification Renewal | HPNA members | $270 – Early Bird Fee | $380 – Standard Fee |
| CHPN® Certification Renewal | Non-members | $410 – Early Bird Fee | $520 – Standard Fee |
| CHPN® Certification Reactivation | HPNA members | $540 |
| CHPN® Certification Reactivation | Non-members | $680 |
*All fees include the cost of purchasing an SJE. You will purchase the $60 SJE through PSI (applicable state taxes may apply), and the remaining balance will be paid through LearningBuilder when you submit your HPAR application.
Purchase the SJE
Authorized test takers have had an account created on their behalf. Please read and follow the sign-on instructions. If you previously logged in with a password, that password will no longer work. Please use the temporary password found in the sign-on instructions below.
Sign-On InstructionsHPCC certificants may only purchase the SJE for which they are authorized and must use the email address on file with HPCC.
Purchase
Quick Links
- LearningBuilder
- HPAR
- Situational Judgment Exercise
- Expired Certification
- Free CEs
- Certification Verification
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These specific continuing education resources are not required for renewal. HPCC provides these lists for those looking for CE credits to complete their renewal.
Free CEsScholarships
The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) provides scholarships to nurses nationwide to cover the cost of certification fees and are valid for those earning a new Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) certification or those who are renewing their current HPCC certification. HPNF accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
LearningBuilder
Ongoing Notifications and Reminders via Email
You will receive regular notifications and reminders to help you complete the recertification process on time. These emails include important information such as upcoming deadlines and required actions. You can view all notifications under My Account > My Communications in your Learning Plan.
Please ensure your contact information is up to date to avoid missing any important updates.
We’re Here For You!
Our Experienced team understands the ins and outs of the recertification process and are here to help! Whether you’re unsure about a requirement or just need clarification, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call us at 412-787-1057 or email us.