APRIL 14-17, 2026

Orlando, Florida

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It’s Time to Create. Cultivate. Celebrate.

Thank you for attending!

If you’re interested in joining us at the 2026 Professional Development and Practice Summit (a new integrated event combining the TTP Symposium and NCPD Summit) April 14-17 in Orlando, be the first to know by filling out this form. 


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Professional Development & Practice Summit Leading Learning

At the Professional Development & Practice Summit, we’re not just advancing professional development—we’re transforming the future of nursing education and practice.

This newly integrated event brings together the strengths of American Nurses Credentialing Center’s  Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Accreditation Program (APPFA®), Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education™, ANCC Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) Accreditation™, and Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) communities for the first time.

Whether you're an NCPD or Joint Accreditation Provider or part of an APPFA, or PTAP program—or just beginning your journey towards accreditation —this is your opportunity to be part of the very first event of its kind.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • RN TTP Program Director
  • APP Program Director
  • Current and former Residents and Fellows
  • Nursing and APP Faculty
  • Chief Nursing Officer
  • Nursing Director or Manager
  • Magnet® Program Director
  • Pathway to Excellence® Program Director

ANA members receive $50 off registration!

ANA membership ID number is required when registering to receive this discount.

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Don't Miss:

  • Inspiring keynotes that will energize and inspire
  • Immersive plenaries designed for real-world impact
  • Curated networking opportunities to connect with peers and thought leaders
  • A transformational experience on learning, accreditation, and practice
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FUTURE DATES

Professional Development and Practice Summit

April 18–20, 2027
San Antonio, TX

Professional Development and Practice Summit

April 24–26, 2028
Orlando, FL

 

The American Nurses Association is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

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© American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
ANCC is a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association.

CME Disclaimer information
This program is not yet approved for AAPA CME credit. Conference organizers plan to apply for 12 AAPA Category 1 CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. The total number of approved credits is yet to be determined..  

*ANCC CNE credit is subject to change