Access the best minds in the nursing specialty
Joining the APHON Community means becoming part of a vibrant network of pediatric hematology/oncology nurses dedicated to advancing their profession and improving patient care.
As a member, you’ll gain access to exclusive evidence-based practice research, a supportive community forum for instant advice and networking, professional development opportunities, such as mentorship programs and eligibility for prestigious awards, ensuring you stay at the forefront of your field.
Invest in your career and join APHON to connect with like-minded professionals and enhance your expertise in pediatric hematology/oncology nursing.
As a member of APHON, you can:
- Leverage Member Connections, APHON’s Community Forum to get answers when you need them.
- Access the Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (JOPHON), an award-winning journal featuring original, peer-reviewed research.
- Receive preferred rates on APHON Annual Conference, Chemotherapy Biotherapy Provider Program, APHON educational courses and resources, and all Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) certifications.
- Complimentary access to the bilingual Medication Fact Sheets (available in English and Spanish).
- Complimentary JOPHON CNE/NCPD courses in the ACE Center.
- Receipt of APHON Week in Review, a weekly newsletter to keep your finger on the latest news in pediatric hematology/oncology, and APHON Insights, a monthly member-only newsletter
- Eligibility to vote in APHON elections and eligibility to hold elected office positions.
- Obtain leadership roles and serve on APHON’s committees.
- Participate in an APHON Chapter.
- Networking opportunities with nurses globally.
If you are joining APHON for the first time, please see the brief descriptions of our membership categories. Existing members should log into their account before selecting renew.
APHON Membership Categories
Whether you’re new to the nursing specialty or nearing retirement, APHON offers a supportive community and valuable resources for every stage of your career.
Active Membership
For registered nurses practicing in or interested in pediatric, adolescent, or young adult hematology/oncology.
Eligible to vote and hold elected office and serve on committees.
Active Membership – Upper-Middle-Low Income Economy Countries
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses from upper, middle, and low-income countries receive a discount on the active annual membership fee. Rates vary based on the country where the member resides. Learn more about APHON’s Global community.
Contact us with any questions.
Emeritus
APHON members who have retired from nursing practice, or reached the age of 65+. Must have ten (10) years of continuous APHON membership. Not eligible to hold office, however, they may vote and participate on APHON committees and task forces.
Associate
For non-registered nurse healthcare professionals who care for children, AYAs with cancer and blood disorders and their families and who are interested in APHON’s mission. May serve on volunteer task forces and committees, however are not eligible to vote or hold an elected office.
Graduate Nursing Students
Registered nurses enrolled full-time in graduate nursing programs are not eligible to vote or hold elected office but may serve on volunteer task forces and committees. Documentation is required.
NSNA Student Members
APHON is a proud partner of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA). Undergraduate nursing students’ may join APHON at a reduced rate and receive student-specific benefits. They may serve on volunteer task forces and committees but are not eligible to vote or hold elected office.
APHON’s Global Community
Active International Membership for upper-middle-low income countries
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses from middle-low-income countries receive a reduced rate on the active membership fee. Visit the membership tiers below to identify which tier your country falls under. If you’re unsure if you qualify for a reduced membership rate, contact the APHON Membership team.
Upper-Middle Income Economy Countries $48 USD
Upper middle-income economies have a GNI per capita between $3,956 and $12,235, and high-income economies are those with a GNI per capita of $12,236 or more.
Members who reside in the following countries would receive a 60% discount on their membership:
Albania | Algeria | American Samoa | Argentina | Armenia | Azerbaijan | Belarus | Belize | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Botswana | Brazil | Bulgaria | China | Colombia | Costa Rica | Cuba | Dominica | Dominican Republic | Ecuador | El Salvador | Equatorial Guinea | Fiji | Gabon | Georgia | Grenada | Guatemala | Guyana | Indonesia | Iran, Islamic Rep. | Iraq | Jamaica | Jordan | Kazakhstan | Kosovo | Lebanon | Libya | Macedonia, FYR | Malaysia | Maldives| Marshall Islands | Mexico | Moldova | Montenegro | Namibia | Paraguay | Peru | Russian Federation | Samoa | Serbia | South Africa | Sri Lanka | St. Lucia | St. Vincent and the Grenadines | Suriname | Thailand | Tonga | Turkey | Turkmenistan | Tuvalu | West Bank and Gaza | Panama
Low-Middle Income Economy Countries $36 USD
Middle-income economies are those with a GNI per capita between $1,006 and $3955.
Members who reside in the following countries would receive a 70% discount on their membership:
Algeria | Angola | Bangladesh | Benin | Bhutan | Bolivia | Cabo Verde | Cambodia | Cameroon | Comoros | Congo, Rep. | Cote d’Ivoire | Djibouti | Egypt, Arab Rep. | Eswatini | Ghana | Guinea | Haiti | Honduras | India | Iran, Islamic Rep. | Jordan | Kenya | Kiribati | Kyrgyz Republic | Lao PDR | Lebanon | Lesotho | Mauritania | Micronesia, Fed. Sts. | Mongolia | Morocco | Myanmar | Nepal | Nicaragua | Nigeria | Pakistan | Papua New Guinea | Philippines | Samoa | Sao Tome and Principe | Senegal | Solomon Islands | Sri Lanka | Tajikistan | Tanzania | Timor-Leste | Tunisia | Ukraine | Uzbekistan | Vanuatu | Vietnam | Zambia | Zimbabwe |
Low-Income Economy Countries $24 USD
Low-income economies are defined as those with a GNI per capita, calculated using the World Bank Atlas method, of $1,005 or less.
Members who reside in the following countries would receive an 80% discount on their membership:
Afghanistan | Burkina Faso | Burundi | Central African Republic | Chad | Congo, Dem. Rep. | Eritrea| Ethiopia | Gambia, The | Guinea | Guinea-Bissau | Korea, Dem. People’s Rep. | Liberia | Madagascar | Malawi | Mali | Mozambique | Niger | Rwanda | Sierra Leone | Somalia | Sudan | Togo | Uganda |Yemen, Rep.
The Association of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses (APHON) does not process or provide refunds on membership dues purchases. Your investment is good for one year after the purchase date.
We understand situations arise where a member may request a refund in which case we ask that you reach out to the APHON membership team.
Please make sure to check out the abundance of resources and discounted products and courses available to you throughout the year as part of your membership benefit. APHON reserves the right to amend your membership to reflect the appropriate category and/or rate. The member or purchaser is responsible to cover the difference of cost.
APHON offers a group membership rate for groups of 10 or more nurses from the same institution. The group rate applies to Active, Associate, and Graduate Student members only and the membership is valid for 12 months. Contact us to get started.