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
|
| Associate/ Certificate |
Gerontology Coordinator |
$100.00 |
| Baccalaureate |
Gerontological Specialist |
$150.00 |
| Graduate /Ph.D |
Gerontologist |
$200.00 |
| Professional/Scholar |
Professional Scholar Affiliate |
$250.00 |
|
Send Application Packets to the following special application address:
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 the following:
| Level of Credential |
Credentialed Title |
Fee |
|
| Associate/ Certificate |
Gerontology Coordinator |
$150.00 |
| Baccalaureate |
Gerontological Specialist |
$200.00 |
| Graduate /Ph.D |
Gerontologist |
$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 | Fee |
|
| Associate/ Certificate |
$10.00 |
| Baccalaureate Program |
$15.00 |
| Graduate (Master's, Ph.D.) |
$20.00 |
|
Send Application Packets to the following special application address:
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, upon and if
accepted, will receive your Credential along with a membership materials.
| Questions regarding the application process should be directed to
Dr. Donna Schafer, NAPG Executive Director, at
donna_schafer@sbcglobal.net |
Download the Application Form for Regular Members
Download the Application Form for Student Members
