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Your Home Base for Career Growth in Dermatology
Whether you are just entering dermatology practice or are a seasoned clinician looking to deepen your expertise, ClubDerm is here to support your journey. This page is built specifically for Physician Assistants (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) working in dermatology with curated resources for conferences, advanced training, journals, and professional societies all in one place.
Professional Societies
Your national societies are your professional home. If you are not yet a member, joining is one of the most impactful steps you can take for your career in dermatology.
Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA)
The leading professional organization for dermatology PAs, offering conferences, a peer-reviewed journal, advocacy, and a robust learning center.
Dermatology Nurses’ Association (DNA)
A professional nursing association supporting dermatology nurses and NPs with continuing education, a peer-reviewed journal, and an annual convention.
Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners (SDNP)
The premier organization for NPs practicing in dermatology, providing education, certification resources, community, and annual conference programming.
Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF)
Conferences
These meetings are designed specifically for dermatology PAs and NPs — built around your scope of practice, your clinical questions, and your professional community.
DERM NP/PA CME Conference (Dermatology Education Foundation)
- Las Vegas, NV (Encore at Wynn)
A case-based, clinically relevant CME experience covering biologics, small molecules, biosimilars, and emerging therapies for conditions including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, vitiligo, and more. Open to NPs, PAs, medical assistants, and access coordinators.
Master Class in Dermatology: NP/PA Institute
Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for NPs and PAs
- San Diego, CA
A long-running, high-attendance meeting featuring top dermatology KOLs alongside APP-specific sessions on mentorship, career development, contract negotiation, and AI in practice.
Maui Derm NP+PA
- Colorado Springs, CO (The Broadmoor)
A series of dermatology-specific meetings designed exclusively for NPs and PAs, with faculty drawn from national society leadership and leading academic dermatologists. Curriculum is built to avoid redundancy across meetings and to cover both medical and cosmetic dermatology.
SDNP National Conference
- Scottsdale, AZ (JW Marriott Camelback Resort)
The premier annual event for dermatology NPs, featuring expert-led education, hands-on workshops, skin of color tracks, publishing tracks, and networking receptions. Accredited for contact hours and pharmacology credits.
PANP360 Scottsdale
- Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Our Annual Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for PAs & NPs has a new name: PANP360. PANP360 Scottsdale is framed to improve our attendees’ value and clinical skills through a uniquely designed educational experience. This three-day Wellness Weekend and CME course provides an intimate setting to maximize engagement among attendees and faculty. Through interactive, hands-on workshops, panels, tips and pearls, and engaging Q&A sessions, attendees will walk away with practical clinical insights for their everyday dermatology practice. Earn up to 12.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ by attending in person or 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ by joining us virtually!
SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference
The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates’ flagship annual meeting, offering the highest level of clinical education alongside community building for dermatology PAs.
- Tampa, FL
Northeast Dermatology NP/PA Conference
- Austin, TX
A regional conference focused on clinical updates and professional development for APPs in the Northeast.
Elevate-Derm
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
A CME-accredited conference series for dermatology NPs and PAs offering clinical education and specialty updates, with fall and spring meetings held in various U.S. cities.
Pennsylvania Dermatology Physician Assistants (PDPA) Keystone Dermatology Conference
- Philadelphia, PA
A regional meeting focused on education and community for dermatology PAs in the mid-Atlantic region.
Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute
- Dallas, TX
An intensive educational program designed to advance clinical skills for dermatology APPs.
RAPIDS | Immuno-Dermatology Conference
- Albuquerque, NM
We invite you to attend the 3rd Annual RAPIDS (Relevant Advanced Practice Immuno-Dermatology Symposium) Conference. Leading experts in Dermatology, Allergy/Immunology, Gastroenterology, and Rheumatology will provide in-depth education to enhance knowledge and competence in clinical management and decision-making for immune-mediated skin diseases.
This cutting-edge event, curated exclusively for dermatology APPs, will be held at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, from April 28 to May 2, 2027. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in unparalleled networking opportunities and interact with our esteemed faculty, their fellow Dermatology APPs, and industry peers to shape the future landscape of dermatologic care.
PANP360 East - Miami
- Miami, FL
Our Annual Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for PAs & NPs has a new name: PANP360.
2027 PANP360 East – Miami is framed to improve our attendees’ value and clinical skills through a uniquely designed educational experience. This three-day Wellness Weekend and CME course provides an intimate setting to maximize engagement among attendees and faculty. Through interactive, hands-on workshops, panels, tips and pearls, and engaging Q&A sessions, attendees will walk away with practical clinical insights for their everyday dermatology practice. Earn up to 10+ AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ by attending!
Journals
Stay current with the peer-reviewed literature written by and for APPs in dermatology.
Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants (JDPA)
The official peer-reviewed publication of the SDPA, published quarterly in print and digital formats. Each issue includes CME-accredited content available to SDPA members at no cost. Covers clinical, surgical, cosmetic, and professional development topics. Indexed on OVID and EBSCOhost.
Journal of Dermatology for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants (JDNPPA)
An independent, peer-reviewed, open-access journal created by NPs and PAs for NPs and PAs. Focuses on evidence-based education and fosters collaboration across the dermatology care team.
Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association (JDNA)
The official publication of the DNA, published bimonthly and covering clinical practice, research, case studies, patient education, and dermatology nursing trends.
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology (JCAD)
A widely read peer-reviewed journal that publishes clinical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology content relevant to the full dermatology care team, including APPs.
Journals
Stay current with the peer-reviewed literature written by and for APPs in dermatology.
Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants (JDPA)
The official peer-reviewed publication of the SDPA, published quarterly in print and digital formats. Each issue includes CME-accredited content available to SDPA members at no cost. Covers clinical, surgical, cosmetic, and professional development topics. Indexed on OVID and EBSCOhost.
Journal of Dermatology for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants (JDNPPA)
An independent, peer-reviewed, open-access journal created by NPs and PAs for NPs and PAs. Focuses on evidence-based education and fosters collaboration across the dermatology care team.
Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association (JDNA)
The official publication of the DNA, published bimonthly and covering clinical practice, research, case studies, patient education, and dermatology nursing trends.
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology (JCAD)
A widely read peer-reviewed journal that publishes clinical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology content relevant to the full dermatology care team, including APPs.
Post-Graduate Training and Fellowship Programs
There is no formal ACGME-accredited dermatology residency for PAs or NPs — but a growing number of rigorous post-graduate training programs offer structured, immersive clinical education for APPs who want to enter or deepen their dermatology practice.
Lahey Hospital Dermatology NP Training Program
The oldest and first ANCC-accredited dermatology NP training program in the country, founded in 2003. This two-year, full-time program is designed for board-certified NPs committed to a career in medical dermatology.
Next cohort: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028
University of Rochester Medical Center NP Post-Graduate Dermatology Training Program
A 24-month intensive clinical program (80% clinical, 20% didactic) that trains NPs alongside the URMC dermatology residency. Prepares graduates to sit for the Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner (DCNP) exam. Trainees are hired as full employees with benefits.
Florida Atlantic University Dermatology NP Post-Graduate Certificate Program
A hybrid certificate program for MSN or DNP-prepared nurse practitioners, taught by certified dermatology NPs and board-certified dermatologists. Covers immunology, dermatopathology, pharmacology, and clinical skills through a combination of online coursework and on-campus intensives.
Achieve Program
A 12-month online didactic program for NPs and PAs in the first three years of dermatology practice. Participants receive a textbook, access to online modules, and mentorship from an esteemed faculty of dermatologists and APP educators.
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center – Dermatology NP Post-Master’s Training Program
A clinical training program for post-master’s NPs providing in-depth experience alongside board-certified dermatologists.
Dermatology NP Training Program
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
NP Post-Graduate Dermatology Training Program
- University of Rochester Medicine
Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Post-Masters Training Program
- University Hospitals
Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program
- Florida Atlantic University
Dermatology Subspecialty Certificate for Nurse Practitioners
- Vanderbilt University
Additional Resources
SDNP IMMergent Scholars Program
An SDNP initiative supporting NPs in dermatology who are developing as research contributors and scholars in the field.
Elevate-Derm SkinSync Podcast
A podcast created by and for dermatology PAs and NPs, designed to keep APPs current with clinical practice guidelines and specialty updates.
DCNP Certification (Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner)
The specialty certification for NPs practicing in dermatology. Learn about eligibility requirements, preparation resources, and how to find a DCNP in your area.
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Nurse Practitioner
Certification
PREREQUISITES
- Hold an active Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Maintain current state licensure and national board certification as an NP
- 3,000 hours of dermatologic clinical practice within the 3 years preceding the application
Physician Assistant Certifications
REQUIREMENTS
- SDPA membership
- PA license