Power in Practice

Across the State, but Always Together

When you join the California Association for Nurse Practitioners (CANP), you become part of a proud, united community of advanced practice nursing professionals, NP students and other supporting health care organization members. CANP empowers its members by fostering their professional development, promoting them as integral leaders, and educating the public on the skills and capabilities of nurse practitioners.

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Community

Find inspiration from a supportive network of peers.

Advocacy

Add to CANP’s collective voice at the State Capitol.

Opportunity

Access events, education, legal advice, and discounts tailored to NPs.

MEMBERSHIP

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Becoming the best NP you can be takes strength and determination. Find both within our supportive network and look no further than your local CANP chapter for opportunities to connect with like-minded NPs in your own community.

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Benefits

Not convinced yet? Check out these great member benefits.

Attend the Annual Educational Conference

It’s the don’t-miss educational and networking event of the year. Our annual conference is California’s only event focused exclusively on continuing education for advanced practice nursing.

Ask a Practice Question

Have a question about your medical practice? Our “Ask a Practice Question” feature is one of our most valuable benefits, allowing you to get timely answers from knowledgeable and respected nurse practitioners selected by CANP leadership.

Ask a Legal Question

Need expert legal advice related to your practice from someone you can trust? CANP offers up to three free legal consultations per year with a CANP attorney who is also a licensed nurse practitioner.

Find a Job

Get leads on great jobs with competitive salaries through the Job Center, our one-stop resource for focused online job searching.

Build Your Local Network

Engage with nurse practitioners in your area. CANP’s network of chapters throughout California offers valuable support, interaction with other NPs and educational opportunities through monthly meetings and special events.

Limit Your Liability

Don’t go without the best insurance available. Our longstanding partner, Nurses Service Organization (NSO), offers excellent personal liability policies.

Get Exclusive Coverage

California Casualty Auto and Home Insurance offers generous discounts for auto and home insurance policies, a 12-month rate guarantee, convenient services and payment plans and other exclusive coverage for nurse practitioners.

CANP helps thousands of nurse practitioners speak as one, providing a collective voice in the State Capitol. We are the only association in California solely dedicated to protecting your practice. Not only has CANP succeeded in passing bills that enhance the authority of nurse practitioners, but it has also been a constant presence at the Capitol engaging in the legislative process to promote the NP practice and support the development and expansion of the role of nurse practitioner.

Receive Connections

Our electronic newsletter Connections includes news on important health care issues, political updates, answers to frequently asked practice questions and much more.

Utilize Comparative Effectiveness Research

Through its partnership with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, CANP provides free evidence-based resources that summarize the benefits and risks of different treatment options for common health conditions.

Peruse Clinician Reviews

Clinician Reviews is dedicated to keeping the ever-growing NP and PA professions up-to-date on the latest advances and developments in all aspects of primary care medicine.

MEMBERSHIP TYPES AND FEES

Find the Right Fit

CANP offers numerous different membership types designed to fit you or your organization.

Nurse Practitioner Full Membership

$250*†

For active nurse practitioners in California.

First Year Graduate Membership

$175*†

For nurse practitioners who have graduated within the past 12 months.

Student
Membership

$125*†

For students enrolled full-time in a Master’s level or above state-approved NP or DNP program.

Associate
Membership

$160*†

For those who no longer hold an active RN license in California but wish to maintain membership.

Senior
Membership

$160*†

For NPs aged 65 and older residing in California and holding an active RN license.

Corporate Membership

$2000† 

For organizations and individuals with roles serving NPs or related health care professions, or for those seeking to market to our member community.

* Includes voting rights and eligibility to hold office

† Includes eligibility to participate on CANP committees

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CORPORATE MEMBERS

1415 L Street, Suite 1000
Sacramento, CA 95814
T: (916) 441-1361
E: admin@canpweb.org

The California Association for Nurse Practitioners (CANP) provides a forum and unifying voice for more than 30,000 nurse practitioners statewide, often joining forces with other state and national organizations, to advance the profession and bridge health care needs. As the only association solely dedicated to advocating for nurse practitioners in California, we work to protect and expand the critical roles filled by NPs. As a conduit of information, we foster the dissemination of ideas, advice and standards of practice.

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