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The National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN) seeks to advance neuropsychology as a science and health profession, to promote human welfare, and to generate and disseminate knowledge of brain-behavior relationships through:
  • Professional Development
  • Education & Training
  • Research
  • Ethical Standards
  • Diversity
  • Student Support
  • Public Education
  • Advocacy

Benefits of Membership
  • Subscription to the Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology
  • Access to Bulletin of the National Academy of Neuropsychology
  • Online access to full membership directory
  • APA approved continuing education workshops and programs
  • Discounts at annual meetings that include workshops, poster sessions, and symposia
  • Netoworking with others interested in brain-behavior relationships
  • Reduced APA membership dues
  • Updates on CPT Codes, CMS requirements, HIPPA and relevant legislation efforts
  • Insurance primers and searchable insurance database
  • Sample letters and forms for use in private practice settings
  • Handouts and brochures for patients and physicians
  • Access to employment listings and annual job fair
  • Member web pages that are searchable through Google and other search engines
  • Eligibility for NAN Grants Program
  • Representation in the Federation of Behavioral, Psychological and Cognitive Sciences
  • 50% discount on Psychology Press journals
Requirements for Membership

All applicants shall submit ONE completed application form and ONE curriculum vitae. Applicants for membership at the Professional and Associate levels shall be sponsored by two neuropsychologists, one of whom must be a member in good standing with the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Division 40 of the American Psychological Association, or the International Neuropsychological Society. Applicants for membership at the student level must submit a letter from their training director, advisor, or university registrar to verify student status.

  • Professional Members shall have completed academic coursework and training in the assessment or remediation of neuropsychological conditions and hold a doctoral degree from an accredited university. While it is expected that the primary area of focus of training and experience falls in the general discipline of psychology, individuals with doctoral degrees in related disciplines with relevant experience and training in neuropsychology at the doctoral or postdoctoral level may also be considered for membership. Applicants shall have worked in settings where such knowledge is applied for a minimum of three years, two of which must be postdoctoral.
  • Associate Members are required to hold a master's degree in psychology or a related discipline, or hold a doctoral degree in psychology or a related discipline with less than three years of experience in Neuropsychology. Associate members do not have voting privileges, may not hold office; but they may be members of committees.
  • Affiliate Membership is open to those individuals who are interested in clinical neuropsychology and wish to maintain continuing contact with the field, but whose training may preclude them from membership at other levels.
  • Student Members shall be limited to individuals attending full-time programs leading to a graduate degree from a regional credited college or University. Individuals who have completed related doctoral programs and/or are currently completing post-doctoral training are not eligible for membership at this level. Student membership is not available to individuals who have previously completed doctoral programs associated with psychology and are obtaining additional course work or certification in neuropsychology. Students will not have voting privileges and may not hold office, but may be members of committees.
 Annual Fee Schedule
Application fee and annual dues for Professional, Associate, and Affiliate   
Application fee and annual dues for Student and Special Category Membership

Requirements for Membership & How to Apply

All applicants must submit:

NAN Membership Application

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Annual Fee (in US Funds)
  • Sponsorship or Letter, depending on membership level*

All applicants shall submit ONE completed application form and ONE curriculum vitae. Applicants for membership at the Professional and Associate levels shall be sponsored by two neuropsychologists, one of whom must be a member in good standing with the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Division 40 of the American Psychological Association, or the International Neuropsychological Society. Applicants for membership at the student level must submit a letter from their training director, advisor, or university registrar to verify student status. Applicants may submit their Application Form & Curriculum Vitae online by setting up an account to the above left, or mail them with the Annual Fee & Sponsorship/Letter to

 

National Academy of Neuropsychology
Membership Committee
2121 South Oneida Street, Suite 550
Denver, Colorado 80224-2495
phone: (303) 691-3694

 

Membership Upgrade

The membership upgrade procedure requires that you submit the following (to the NAN Office, as listed above):

  • a letter formally requestiong the change in status;
  • a copy of your current curriculum vitae; and
  • completed and signed application to upgrade membership status.

You can download the Membership Upgrade form through this link:

 NAN Membership Upgrade Application

When these materials are received, your request will be processed by the Membership Committee and you will be notified as soon as possible of the decision regarding your request. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Chair of the Membership Committee, Daniel Allen, Ph.D..