Council of Nephrology Social Workers of the National Kidney Foundation
Membership in CNSW
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Why join NKF-CNSW?
- Join online
- Print out an application
(PDF* 71 Kb download)
How do I join?
What are the membership dues?
Membership FAQs
Why join NKF-CNSW?
Membership in the Council of Nephrology Social Workers of the National Kidney Foundation is open to any allied health professional interested in furthering their professional interests in the fields of renal health or transplantation. In joining NKF-CNSW, you become a part of the leading voluntary organization dedicated to preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation. Founded in 1950, the NKF has been responsible for major scientific, legislative, social and technical developments in renal treatment and transplantation. The Foundation sponsors patient services, professional education, research, organ donor programs and a wide selection of patient and public education materials.
By becoming a member, you will have the opportunity to join your colleagues across the United States and abroad in keeping abreast of important issues and challenges facing nephrology social workers. You will grow professionally by taking part in continuing education programs. You will have a voice in legislative and public policy issues that affect renal care. You will have many networking opportunities that are valuable to career advancement. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines and with NKF professional staff in areas of mutual interest.
How do I join?
To become a member, simply fill out the on-line application
or download and mail the printable application. (PDF* 71 Kb download)
If you have any questions regarding membership, please contact the NKF at (800) 622-9010 or (212) 889-2210.
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What are my membership benefits of CNSW?
Membership in CNSW entitles you to a broad range of benefits. Some of the benefits are:
- Continuing Education Program Available Online Outcomes Training Program - Module 17
Conducting Interventions to Improve Adherence. Participants will understand cognitive, behavioral, psychodynamic and paradoxical approaches to behavior change and are able to facilitate family and team inclusion in interventions.
- A subscription to the Journal of Nephrology Social Work, an NKF-CNSW journal.
- Inclusion on the CNSW membership listserv, an e-mail discussion group for CNSW members.
- Reduced registration for CNSW educational and scientific programs held in conjunction with NKF meetings, including the Clinical Meetings and the Professional Councils Conference, and the opportunity to interact with other disciplines.
- A yearly CNSW membership directory.
- Membership Listserv. CNSW maintains an active e-mail discussion group for national members. The listserv has over 600 participants and has become a key source of information and assistance to nephrology social workers across the county and internationally.
- Pediatric Listserv. CNSW has created a Listserv for Pediatric Social Workers. Anyone interested in subscribing to the Pediatric Listserv please send a message to maritzao@kidney.org.
Download a complete list of membership benefits. (PDF* 254 Kb download)
What are the membership dues?
$70 (*Regular - United States), $65 (**Associate – United States),
$85 (International), $25 (***Student)
Membership FAQS
When will my membership begin?
Your membership will begin in the month that the application is received and processed at the NKF National office. At this point, you will receive a membership card identifying your membership number and region, and you will begin receiving your membership benefits.
What is the difference between National CNSW membership and Local Chapter Membership?
Affiliated local CNSW chapters may maintain their own local chapter membership requirements and lists. Membership in a local chapter does not give a person membership in the National CNSW.
Furthermore, national membership does not automatically give a person membership to the local chapters. However, some local chapters reduce dues for national members.
Who qualifies for a student membership?
Any full-time student may apply for a student membership. Students must provide a letter from their school or institution indicating their status and expected date of graduation.
