The Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians (MAAPC)

Mission:
The mission of MAAPC is to promote the advancement of all advanced practice clinicians and is the only Maryland association that welcomes as members all APNs (NP, CNM, CNS and CRNA) and PAs.

Objectives:
• To provide a continuing education forum and fellowship for members and advanced practice clinicians (hereinafter referred to as APCs).
• To initiate and support legislation, and other pertinent issues, affecting APCsʼ roles, education, and practice.
• To promote public recognition of APCs.
• To facilitate collaboration of APCs and other health care professionals for the improvement of health care in the state of Maryland.
• To assist with education and mentorship of future APCs, to include assisting with employment, certification, and clinical issues.
• Increase membership in MAAPC with special interest in the suburban and rural areas of Maryland.
• To promote an organization that encourages diversity, innovative thinking, and problem solving.