Application Process
Applying for a NAPG Credential as a Regular Member:
Through the Transcript Review Process
Application Packets should include the following:
- Completed Application Form (Download Form for Regular Members)
- Official copy of your college or university transcripts (not required for those seeking membership as Professional/Scholar Affiliates) or curriculum vitae/resume (for those seeking Professional/Scholar Affiliate membership only)
- Check or money order for the amount equal to the credential level you are seeking (the application/membership fee is refunded if the application is not accepted.)
Level of Credential
Associate/ Certificate
Baccalaureate
Graduate /Ph.D
Professional/Scholar
Credentialed Title
Gerontology Coordinator
Gerontological Specialist
Gerontologist
Professional Scholar Affiliate
Fee
$100.00
$150.00
$200.00
$250.00
Send Application Packets to the following special application address:
NAPG
808 Samantha Ct.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
NAPG
808 Samantha Ct.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
Through the Examination Process
For information about the exam and scheduling, contact Dr. Donna Schafer, NAPG Executive Director, at
donna_schafer@sbcglobal.net
The fee schedule for those requesting the exam at various levels is listed below (the application/membership fee is refunded if the applicant does not pass the exam.)
The fee schedule for those requesting the exam at various levels is listed below (the application/membership fee is refunded if the applicant does not pass the exam.)
Level of Credential
Associate/ Certificate
Baccalaureate
Graduate /Ph.D
Credentialed Title
Gerontology Coordinator
Gerontological Specialist
Gerontologist
Fee
$150.00
$200.00
$250.00
Applying for NAPG Membership as a Student Member:
To become a Student Member of NAPG you must be currently enrolled in an academic degree program in Gerontology or related field with a Gerontology emphasis at the Associate/Certificate level, the Baccalaureate level, or the Graduate (Master's or Ph.D.) level at an accredited college or university.
Application Packets should include the following:
- Completed Application Form (Download Form for Student Members)
- Official copy of your college or university transcripts
- Check or money order for the amount equal to the student membership level you are seeking
Level of Student Membership
Associate/ Certificate
Baccalaureate Program
Graduate (Master's, Ph.D)
Fee
$10.00
$15.00
$20.00
Send Application Packets to the following special application address:
NAPG
808 Samantha Ct.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
NAPG
808 Samantha Ct.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
After mailing your application, this is what will happen next:
- You will be notified by email that NAPG has received your packet
- Your application will be evaluated by a NAPG evaluation team
- You will receive an evaluation report within 30 days from NAPG; and, if accepted, will receive your Credential along with membership materials.
Questions regarding the application process should be directed to
Dr. Donna Schafer, NAPG Executive Director, at
donna_schafer@sbcglobal.net