What are the various membership categories?

Full Member - Any registered nurse who has graduated from an NP program or who maintains certification as an NP qualifies as an AANP Full Member with all rights of membership.  A special $10 discount is available if any NP joining or renewing as a FULL member is a member of an AANP group.  A list of group members can be found at www.aanp.org.              $99

Associate Member - Any person other than an NP who is interested in fostering the objectives of the AANP and the NP profession qualifies as an AANP Associate Member and has all rights of membership other than voting and holding office.  $99

Student Member- Any student currently enrolled in a program preparing NPs qualifies as an AANP Student Member and has all rights of membership with state level voting and office holding privileges.      $49

Retired Member- Any NP retired from practice qualifies as an AANP Retired Member and has all rights of membership with state level voting and office holding.    $49

How can I join AANP?

• To join online - go to www.aanp.org - click on AANP/Membership, scroll to Online
  Membership Services and join using your Visa, MasterCard or AMEX for immediate
  payment processing and member services
  
• To Download and print the application  - go to www.aanp.org - click on AANP
  Membership, scroll to Membership Application, complete and fax or mail to AANP.                                                                     

How long is my membership good?

Memberships are for one calendar year from the date of activation/renewal and can be renewed annually.

How do I renew my membership?

You can renew your membership by any of the following methods: Online via our website by either clicking on Online Services, downloading an application via our website and mailing or faxing it to us, or calling the Membership Department.

What methods are acceptable for payment of a membership?

AANP can accept personal and business checks, money orders, and Visa, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards.

How long will it be before my membership application is processed once it is received?

Most membership applications are processed within two business days of receipt.   If you include an email address with your application, a confirmation will be emailed when your application has been processed.

As a new member, when will I receive my member number and other AANP information?

• New membership packets, which include a membership card, membership certificate
  and other membership information, are mailed out every two weeks.
  
• If you join online you will be able to print out a receipt, which shows
  your new membership number.
  
• If you join via mail or fax, you can email membership@aanp.org
  and request your membership number.  

When I renew my membership, when will I receive a new membership card?

Renewal membership cards are mailed out every two weeks.

How can I receive a new membership card if I lost my old one/my name has changed?

You can request a new card by contacting AANP Membership. You can request a card via email, fax, mail or phone. We will need your full name and current mailing address.

How do I update my name?

 In response to the rise in identity theft we have increased our security and will need official proof of your name change, either by a copy of a marriage license, copy of a divorce decree or other official memorandum. This information can be faxed to the Membership Services Department at 512-442-6469 or mailed to our Administration address.

How do I update my mailing information?

You can update your mailing information by logging into your record via Online Services at www.aanp.org.  You can also update your mailing information by contacting AANP Membership via mail, phone, fax, or email. 

What groups are current members of AANP?

 A list of current group members can be found on our website by clicking on AANP/Membership, then Group Members, then searching the Group Member Directory.

How do I know if I qualify for a $10 discount on a Full membership?

You qualify for the $10 discount on a Full membership by checking the current group member list on our website. If you are a member of any of those groups, you are eligible for the $10 discount.

What is my membership number?

Your membership number is a seven-digit number that is used to identify your member record. Please note that your member number is separate from any AANP Certification Number that you may have. An AANP Certification Number is a seven-digit number prefaced by an A, F, or G (for Adult, Family or Gerontological).

How can I obtain a copy of a receipt for my membership?

You can request a copy of a receipt of membership by contacting AANP Membership. You can request a receipt via email, fax, mail or phone. We will need your full name and current mailing address. The receipt can be sent via email, fax or mail.

What portion of my membership dues is not tax deductible?

 AANP estimates that the portion of your dues that is not deductible is 10%.  This amount is allocated to lobbying.

Student Membership

How often do I need to send proof of student status?

Proof of student status is required whenever a student membership is activated or renewed. Student status proof must be received by AANP within 15 business days from the date of your membership activation or renewal in order to maintain your membership at student member rates.

What type of proof of student status is required?

To qualify for the $49 student membership fee, you must submit proof of student status for the current academic year. Many university registrar’s offices have student verification forms available online for student use. AANP can also accept an unofficial transcript, copy of your schedule or tuition bill, letter from your registrar or program director, or an official transcript. However, any proof must contain your full name and verification that you are a student for the current academic year.

Please obtain and submit your student status to the following address:  

AANP

Attn: Student Membership

PO Box 12846

Austin, TX 78711

512-442-6469 fax

studentmembership@aanp.org email

How do I contact AANP Student Membership?

You can contact AANP Student Membership by using the following information:

AANP Student Membership
P.O. Box 12846
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-442-4262 x 5233
Fax: 512-442-6469
E-mail:studentmembership@aanp.org

How do I contact AANP Membership?
You can contact AANP Membership by using the following information:

AANP Membership Department 
P.O. Box 12846
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-442-4262 x 5211
Fax: 512-442-6469
E-mail:membership@aanp.org