The Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant (CHPNA®) examination is designed for experienced hospice and palliative nursing assistants.

Eligibility requirements for the CHPNA® exam
  • Must have hospice and palliative nursing assistant practice of 500 hours in the most recent 12 months or 1,000 hours in the most recent 24 months under the supervision of a registered nurse in the United States prior to applying for the exam.
Exam Fees
Initial Certification | non-member$280
Initial Certification | HPNA member$190
reTEST Assured $135

Testing Windows and Deadlines

For exams March 1 – 31
  • December 1 – Application Start Date
  • February 15 – Online Application Deadline
For exams June 1 – 30
  • March 1 – Application Start Date
  • May 15 – Online Application Deadline
For exams September 1 – 30
  • June 1 – Application Start Date
  • August 15 – Online Application Deadline
For exams December 1 – 31
  • September 1 – Application Start Date
  • November 15 – Online Application Deadline
Applying for your exam
Online Application & Scheduling

You may complete the application and scheduling process online. After the application information and payment have been submitted, eligibility will be confirmed or denied, and you will be prompted to schedule an exam appointment at a test center or for live remote proctoring. Additional eligibility information may be requested.

The current online application is for the upcoming certification exam window only, and the application must be received by the testing company on or before 11:59 pm Central Time on the exam deadline date. For technical assistance with online applications, contact PSI at 833-256-1422.

To receive the HPNA membership discount for HPCC exams, candidates must purchase the membership before submitting the exam application.

Confirming & Rescheduling an Exam

Click the button below to view your exam details or reschedule an exam.

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Access Your LRP Exam

Use the button below to access your LRP exam on the day of your scheduled exam.

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Important Application Instructions
What to know:
  • HPNA membership number to determine eligibility for membership discount (if applicable)
  • Choice of test assessment center if scheduling an appointment online. Test locations are the same for all exams. PSI Testing Locations
  • Credit card information (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express)
  • For clarification of any specific concerns or questions, contact the HPCC national office via email at [email protected] or by phone at 412-787-1057.
Exam Application Instructions
Requests for Special Examination Accommodations

HPCC and PSI comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities or impairments are not deprived of the opportunity to take the examination solely because of a disability or impairment, as required and defined by the relevant provisions of the law. Special testing arrangements will be considered for these individuals, provided that an appropriate written application request for accommodation is received by PSI by the application deadline and the request is approved.

To request accommodations, you must complete the online form at Test Accommodations Request and attach the Documentation of Disability-Related Needs form. This form must be completed by an appropriately licensed professional. It may take up to 10 business days for the accommodation request to be reviewed and approved. Upon approval, you will receive a confirmation email and/or call from PSI with further information on how to schedule your exam. If you have questions regarding exam accommodations, you must call the Accommodations Department at PSI at 800-367-1565 ext. 6750.

HPCC does not review or approve accommodation requests. All questions must be directed to PSI at the number above.

Certification Resources

Candidate Handbook

Live Remote Proctoring

reTEST Assured Program

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.

Additional Resources

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