CHPN Certification Requirements

CHPN Eligibility Questions

Do you hold a current, active registered nurse license in the United States, its territories, or the equivalent in Canada?

• No, I do not have an RN license
• Yes, but it has restrictions
• Yes, active RN license in the U.S. or its territories
• Yes, equivalent in Canada

How many hours of hospice and palliative nursing practice have you completed?

• 1000 hours or more in the last 24 months
• 500 hours or more in the last 12 months
• Less than 500 hours
• Not worked

CHPN FAQs

What is the Passing Percentage of CHPN?

To pass the CHPN exam, a scaled score of 500 on a scale of 200 to 800 is required.

What is the Pass Rate of CHPN?

Pass rates for the CHPN exam vary annually, usually around 67%.

What is the Application & Exam Process of CHPN?

The CHPN exam application can be made through the HPCC official website. After eligibility approval, schedule the exam with PSI and take it within the testing window.