Starting in 2026, programs interested in pursuing initial undergraduate certification will be required to first enter candidacy status to ensure they are ready for this rigorous peer-review process.
AUPHA will host a candidacy status information session on Thursday, January 15, 2026, 3:30-5:00PM Eastern time. All associate undergraduate program members are invited to attend to learn more about the candidacy process, which opens for the first time in January 2026.
Associate programs wanting to go through initial certification are strongly encouraged to attend. Please review AUPHA’s Candidacy Status page to learn more. If you have any questions, please email Anna Dieme at adieme@aupha.org.
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