CHPPN Certification Requirements

CHPPN Eligibility Questions

What is the current status of your Registered Nurse (RN) license?

• I hold a current, active, and unrestricted RN license in the U.S. or its territories
• I hold a current, active, and unrestricted RN license in Canada
• I hold an RN license from a country other than the U.S. or Canada
• I hold a Practical/Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN) license

Which of the following best describes your nursing practice area?

• Hospice and Palliative care specifically for pediatric patients
• Hospice and Palliative care for adult populations only
• General Pediatric nursing (non-palliative)
• General Adult nursing

How many hours have you practiced in pediatric hospice or palliative care?

• 500+ hours in last 12 months
• 1000+ hours in last 24 months
• Less than 500 hours
• None

When were these clinical hours completed?

• All completed before application
• I will complete them next month
• Most were completed over 3 years ago
• I am a student and have not started practice

CHPPN FAQs

What is the Passing Percentage of CHPPN?

A scaled score of 500 on a scale of 200 to 800 is required to pass.

What is the Pass Rate of CHPPN?

Pass rates usually average around 89%.

What is the Application & Exam Process of CHPPN?

You can apply via the HPCC website during a quarterly window. After approval, schedule your exam with PSI and complete it within the testing period.