Certification Awards & Recognition

Each year, the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center recognizes certificants for their contributions to advancing expert care through certificant of the year awards. Eligible certificants include currently certified individuals from all programs. HPCC also recognizes employers that have provided sustained support to their employees through education and certification programs for hospice and palliative caregivers with the Employer of the Year Award.

The 2027 awards application window will open February 1, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact HPCC. View HPNA’s awards here.

ACHPN® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the professional practice of advanced practice hospice/palliative nursing.

APHSW-C® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the practice of hospice and palliative social work.

CHPCA® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the clinical practice as a hospice/palliative care administrator.

CHPLN® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the professional practice of hospice/palliative licensed practical/vocational nursing.

CHPN® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the professional practice of hospice/palliative nursing.

CHPNA® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the clinical practice as a hospice/palliative nursing assistant.

CHPPN® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in the professional practice of hospice/palliative pediatric nursing.

CPLC® of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in professional practice.

Employer of the Year Award

Recognizes an organization that has provided substantial and comprehensive support to their employees through professional development, education, and certification opportunities.