The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center

The Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC) is a leading organization in the health care industry, providing specialty certification to hospice and palliative nurses and other interdisciplinary team members. Established in 1993 and headquartered in the United States, HPCC's mission is underscored by its slogan, which emphasizes their dedication in offering certification exams for various healthcare professionals. Currently, HPCC offers six hospice and palliative certification exams for advanced practice nurses, registered nurses, pediatric nurses, licensed/vocational nurses, nursing assistants, and social workers. Additionally, they maintain credentials for certified hospice and palliative care administrators and perinatal loss care. Notably, nearly 14,500 health care professionals hold certifications from HPCC, highlighting their commitment to promoting safe, ethical, and evidence-based care within the industry.