In this episode of the NPD Forecast podcast, our guests discuss the value and process of earning nursing professional development certification. Drawing from their diverse experiences—as a leader promoting certification, a longtime certification instructor, and a newly certified NPD-BC practitioner—they share perspectives on why certification matters for both individuals and the broader NPD specialty.

As we prepare to celebrate National Certified Nurses Day on March 19, NPD Specialist Jo-Ann Robinson, DNP, APN-BC, RNC-OB, NPD-BC, explores seven common board certifications to help NPD practitioners identify which option best aligns with their professional practice, role, responsibilities, and career goals.

In our most recent Specialty Spotlight, get to know Erin M. Hoffmeier, BA, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, a clinical education specialist with a focus in health literacy at Loyola Medicine.