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Share and deepen your fulfillment as a nurse practitioner by joining the only organization dedicated to NPs in California.

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Turn caring for others into a career. Start your journey by finding an accredited program near you. 

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The CANP Experience

As a member of the California Association for Nurse Practitioners (CANP), you have a platform to further enrich the rewarding nature of your profession. Connect, advocate, learn and celebrate alongside thousands of CANP members statewide.

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Community

The challenges of being an NP are as unique as you. Share your personal success stories with other nurse practitioners and find inspiration from a supportive network of peers.

Advocacy

Your ability to provide the best care for your patients can often be impacted by how lawmakers in Sacramento define the role and authority of NPs. Gain insight into legislative concerns impacting your profession and add to CANP’s collective voice at the State Capitol as we promote the vital role that nurse practitioners play.

Opportunity

You do amazing work every day. Stay sharp and advance your practice with unique access to CANP events, continuing education programs, legal advice, professional discounts and so much more — so you can continue to be the master of amazing.

Featured Event

House of Delegates 2026 

Featured Event
House of Delegates 2026
Monday, May 4, 2026

Join CANP members in shaping the future of the Association at the 2026 House of Delegates. Learn more about delegate participation, CANP governance, and this important statewide meeting.

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Lobby Day 2026

– Join CANP in Sacramento on May 5

CANP members and leaders will come together in Sacramento for a day of advocacy, networking, and education. Be part of the conversation as we help advance the voice of nurse practitioners in California.

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    Career Center

    Welcome to the best job-finding resource for qualified candidates in the nurse practitioner industry. Take the next step in your career or post a position to find your next great hire.

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    Q&A

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    As a CANP member, you can access the knowledge and advice of our experts and also browse our responses to questions posed by others.

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