National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties

07/09/2026

Membership registration for the 2026-2027 academic year is still open!

At NONPF, being a member means more than earning CE credits—it’s about having the support, resources, and community you need to succeed as an NP educator.

With an individual membership, you gain:

✅ Exclusive access to faculty resources and tools
✅ Discounts on conferences, webinars, and partner programs
✅ Opportunities to connect and collaborate with peers across the country
✅ Weekly policy updates to keep you informed

Plus, you’ll have a voice in NONPF elections and the opportunity to step into leadership roles.

Invest in your growth this year: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260297

National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties 601 13th Street NW, 12th Floor Washington, DC 20005 202-289-8044 Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET

07/08/2026

🚨 Good news! There's still time to recognize excellence in NP education.

Do you know an outstanding colleague, preceptor, researcher, leader, or program making a meaningful impact on nurse practitioner education? Now is the perfect time to submit a nomination and help celebrate the individuals and organizations advancing the NP profession.

🏆 Nominate a deserving award recipient today: https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/4d4895c3-db50-4e93-8823-fdda6883c60f

07/07/2026

As you look ahead to the next academic term, how are you preparing your students for the realities of patient care?

This series explores how social and environmental factors shape health outcomes—and how to effectively incorporate these concepts into your teaching, assessment, and clinical learning.

A strong foundation here leads to stronger clinical thinking later.

Learn more and register for the Social Determinants of Health Webinar Series: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260283

This series will provide an opportunity to learn the importance of the SDOH and how you can integrate them into your courses to enhance your students’ learning experience. 

07/01/2026

Today is the LAST DAY to nominate someone for a 2027 NONPF Annual Award!

The deadline is TODAY, July 1. Don't miss your chance to honor an NP educator who has made a lasting impact on our profession.

Nominate here: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260269

06/29/2026

Stepping into a new faculty role can feel like a lot—it's a good thing we're here to help you get started.

Developed by NONPF and NPACE, this self-paced program breaks down the complexities of NP education into five focused modules covering teaching, assessment, curriculum, and clinical experiences—all designed for new faculty.

28 CE credits. Practical tools. Real-world application.

Click here to learn more and get started: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260255

Are you seeking opportunities to develop as a novice nurse practitioner (NP) faculty educator? You've found it! The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) and Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education (NPACE) invite you to participate in an innovative New Faculty....

06/25/2026

Are you a graduate NP student?

NONPF Student Membership is designed to help you stay connected, informed, and prepared as you move through your program—and into practice.

As a student member, you’ll get access to:

✅ Member-only resources like the Telehealth Portal, Simulation Portal, and NP Competencies
✅ Discounted rates on conferences and webinars
✅ Opportunities to connect with NP faculty and peers
✅ Weekly policy updates to stay informed on what’s shaping the profession

Learn more and register here: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260248

P.S. — if you have two or more years left in your program, you'll be eligible for a 2-year discounted membership option.

Stay ahead while you’re still learning.

National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties 601 13th Street NW, 12th Floor Washington, DC 20005 202-289-8044 Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET

06/24/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our CEO, Dr. Mary Beth Bigley, as the 2026 recipient of the AANP Towers Pinnacle Award! 🎉

This prestigious national honor recognizes exceptional leadership advancing the nurse practitioner role through policy, practice, and education — all of which are impacts Dr. Bigley has demonstrated throughout her career.

From shaping national standards for NP education to advancing the profession across the health policy landscape, her leadership continues to influence NP preparation and patient care nationwide.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Bigley on this incredible and well-deserved recognition!

06/23/2026

We applaud the National Certification Corporation (NCC) for taking an important step forward in advancing nurse practitioner education. 👏

Their updated certification eligibility requirements include 750 direct patient care clinical hours, aligning with the 2022 Standards for Quality Nurse Practitioner Education (6th Edition) — standards that the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) helped facilitate and continues to champion.

Strengthening clinical preparation is critical to ensuring graduates are practice-ready and equipped to deliver high-quality patient care.

We support this movement and appreciate NCC’s leadership in reinforcing meaningful clinical experience as a cornerstone of NP education.

🔗 View the NCC announcement:

To align with the 2022 Standards for Quality Nurse Practitioner Education (6th Edition), the 2023 NANN/NANNP Educational Standards (6th Edition), and the 2020 NPWH Educational Standards addendum, NCC has updated the clinical hour requirements for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)and Women&r...

06/23/2026

Strengthening diagnostic reasoning starts with how we teach it.

NONPF’s Diagnostic Reasoning Micro-Credential recognizes faculty who are advancing their approach to teaching clinical decision-making through targeted professional development.

Explore the Diagnostic Reasoning Micro-Credential: https://www.nonpf.org/link.asp?ymlink=648260227

Through a series of faculty development activities, you can deepen your understanding of key models, tools, and strategies that support stronger diagnostic thinking in NP education.

Take the next step in shaping confident, practice-ready clinicians.

The NONPF Nurse Practitioner Competency Implementation Guide (2024) and 2021 AACN Essentials have identified advanced diagnostic reasoning as a critical skill for nurse practitioners (NPs) entering clinical practice. However, current evidence highlights inconsistencies in how NP programs teach diag...

06/22/2026

Friendly reminder: The 2027 NONPF Annual Awards nomination deadline is July 1 — just 9 days away!

Know a colleague who has shaped NP education in meaningful ways? Submit a nomination before time runs out. All Individual Achievement Awards except for the Preceptor Gold Star Award are open to NONPF members only. The Preceptor Gold Star Award and Recognition Awards are open to both NONPF members and non-members.

Nominate here: https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/4d4895c3-db50-4e93-8823-fdda6883c60f