Membership Application

Attention Non-Members, if you have previously created a non-member account in our system and now would like to join AAHFN, please click here to upgrade your membership.

Please note: While AAHFN membership is not required to access educational activities, you must have an AAHFN account. If you don't have an account, select a membership category from below before registering for an activity.

If you do not wish to become a member, please create an account by selecting the Non-Member category listed below.

Active Membership

Any registered nurse who is interested in any aspect of heart failure nursing and is in good standing with the licensing agency in his/her state or territory is eligible for active membership. Nurses employed in research, administration, teaching, medical-surgical, telemetry or progressive care units, home health, or any healthcare agency are also eligible.

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International Membership

Available to professional nurses who have RN licensure in a country other than the United States. International Membership includes all AAHFN benefits; however, international members may not hold elected office. International members may serve on a committee with prior approval of the Board of Directors.

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Associate Membership

Any LVN or LPN, non-nurse medical professional (PharmD, PA, MD, etc), or student is eligible, as well as any healthcare consumer or member of the corporate or political community who is interested in working toward the advancement of a healthcare system driven by the needs of patients. Associate members may not vote, hold office or serve on committees at either the national or chapter levels.

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Student Membership

Any U.S. citizen (or non-citizen who resides within the boundaries of the U.S.) who is a student at an accredited, professional nursing program and is not currently licensed as a registered nurse is eligible. Membership includes all AAHFN benefits; however, student members may not vote, hold office or serve on committees at either the national or chapter levels.

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Emeritus Membership

Any active member over the age of 65 who has maintained active AAHFN membership for a period of five years or more is eligible. All applications must be submitted with evidence of birth date.

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