Member Benefits

NAPNAP Michigan Chapter

Benefits of Membership

Connect with pediatric-focused clinicians across Michigan and the country, strengthen your practice, and add your voice to advocacy for children, families, and advanced practice nursing.

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Grow together

Michigan Chapter Mentorship Program

Our free, year-long mentorship program connects nurse practitioner students and early-career NPs with experienced nurse practitioners who can provide guidance, encouragement, professional connection, and practical support during the transition into practice.

One-Year Program Mentor and mentee pairs commit to participating for one year.
Monthly Connection Pairs agree to meet at least once each month.
Michigan Members Participants must be current NAPNAP Michigan Chapter members.
Find a Mentor

For NP students and new graduates

The transition from student to provider can feel challenging. A mentor can provide personalized guidance as you build confidence, develop your skills, and establish your professional identity.

  • Open to NP students and new graduates within three years of graduation
  • Personalized career and professional guidance
  • Support with confidence, goals, and accountability
  • Professional networking and relationship building
  • Practical insight from an experienced nurse practitioner
Apply as a Mentee
Become a Mentor

For experienced nurse practitioners

Share the experience, lessons, and encouragement that helped shape your career while supporting the next generation of nurse practitioners.

  • Five or more years of nurse practitioner experience
  • One-year commitment with monthly mentor meetings
  • Mentor resources, training, and group meetings
  • Opportunities to strengthen leadership and coaching skills
  • Meaningful relationships with students and early-career NPs
Apply as a Mentor

Not currently a member? Join NAPNAP and select the Michigan Chapter before participating.

Why membership matters

Support for your practice, career, and professional community

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Advocacy

  • Timely updates on national and Michigan legislative and regulatory issues affecting pediatric care and NP practice.
  • A stronger collective voice in Washington, D.C., and Michigan on child health and advanced practice nursing.
  • Opportunities to participate in community engagement and service activities that benefit children and families.
Visit the NAPNAP Advocacy Center
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Networking

  • Access to chapter communications, member updates, and the private national member directory.
  • Connection with Michigan members through the TeamPeds Member Network and chapter activities.
  • Opportunities to join special interest groups and connect with pediatric-focused specialists nationwide.
Open the TeamPeds Member Network
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Information and Education

  • Pediatric continuing education through online courses, webcasts, national conferences, and local chapter programs.
  • Updates about scholarships, funding, legislation, mentorship, professional development, and employment.
  • Member access to the Journal of Pediatric Health Care and other evidence-based clinical resources.
Browse NAPNAP PedsCE
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A broad pediatric community

Who can join?

NAPNAP membership options support clinicians, educators, students, career starters, and retirees who care about pediatric health and advanced practice nursing.

  • Family Nurse Practitioners
  • Primary and Acute Care NPs and PNPs
  • School NPs
  • Neonatal NPs
  • Clinical Nurse Specialists
  • Pediatric Nurse Consultants
  • Pediatric Nurses
  • PNP Faculty
  • Students and New Graduates
  • Retired NPs

Membership categories and eligibility vary by credentials and career stage. Review the current national membership options and requirements before joining.

Little Patients, Big Impact pediatric conference announcement

Featured Michigan Chapter event

Little Patients, Big Impact

August 21, 2026
Vistatech Center
18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, Michigan

Join colleagues for a pediatric-focused conference with education, connection, and opportunities to strengthen care for children and families.

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Connect with your professional community

Join NAPNAP and select the Michigan Chapter to access national resources alongside local education, advocacy, networking, and community engagement.