Raising the Bar in Applied Neuroscience
Setting the Standards in Practice of Applied Neuroscience
Join our quest to elevate neuroscience applications with real-world impact
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Our Advisory Board includes an impressive faculty of thought leaders: Dr. Marcia Reynolds, Dr. Kirstin Willeumier, Dr. Richard Boyatzis, Dr. Paul Zak and many more
A Collaborative Approach to Advancing Professional Excellence in Applied Neuroscience
Defining Competency Standards in Partnership With
Neuroscientists
Organizations
Training Schools
Neuroscience Practitioners
Coaches
Therapists
Healthcare Specialists
Wellbeing Experts
Educators
Our impressive advisory board sets the competency framework for the discipline of the npn Neuroplastician® and acknowledges experience and training in applied neuroscience.
Competency Framework
The npn Neuroplastician® Credential
Institute of Applied and Organizational Neuroscience
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Professional Recognition
Validate your expertise and previous training in applied neuroscience by getting credentialed
Practitioner Development
Join the npnHub community of peer-driven learning that enhances real-world application beyond traditional CPD
Research & Publications
Participate in research and collaborate as a curator of our publications in Harvard Business Review, Psychology Today and many others
Strategic Partnerships
Onboard as a trusted training partner for a collaborative approach, and expand the global impact of your educational programs
The npnInstitute of Applied and Organizational Neuroscience
Collaborative Pathways to Enhance Professional And Practitioner Excellence
The npnInstitute is where academic neuroscience meets pracademic application to become a transformative practice.
We award practitioners who effectively apply neuroscience to become a credentialed Neuroplastician based on their expertise. We share cutting-edge practical research as part of a global community of experts and learners.
“Our unique ecosystem encompasses credentialing innovation, a transformative community network, strategic partnerships, and cutting-edge resources that collectively advance the field of applied neuroscience.”
Dr. JJ Kennedy
Co-Founder & Chairman
“Our scientific advisory board sets the standards of the npn Neuroplastician® Discipline. We acknowledge experience and training in applied neuroscience. We provide recognition that validates existing expertise and elevates practitioner credibility.”
Deirdre Morrison
Head of Strategy & Innovation
“We collaborate with innovative training providers to create mutually beneficial partnerships. Training organizations gain enhanced visibility and credentialing pathways for their graduates, while we expand our network of recognized expertise.”
Willem Royaads
Director of Strategic Partnerships
“At the npnInstitute, we operate at the intersection of professional standards and strategic collaboration, creating value through practitioner development, community engagement and peer learning. We welcome practitioners, organizations and training providers alike.”
Sonja Vlaar
Strategic Advisor Practitioner Development
At a Glance
- Trusted Expertise - Founded by experienced neuroscience researchers, consultants, coaches and practitioners who understand how to bridge science and real-world applications
- World-Class Guidance - Inspired by our strategic advisory board, including Dr. Paul Zak, Dr Richard Boyatzis, and Dr Marcia Reynolds
- Thriving Global Network - Join a global network of credentialed Neuroplasticians with proactive promotion of member profiles and affiliated partners
- Independent and Community-Driven - The npnInsitute does not offer training. With our advisory board, we ensure unbiased peer review and uphold pracademic excellence across the field.
What Trusted Partners Say
“We partnered with the npnHub to give our graduates the opportunity to get awarded based on their training and experience.”
“The practice of the Neuroplastician™ has been vitally important to me in the context of leadership in education.”
Setting Competency Standards in Applied Neuroscience
How We Can Support You
At the npnInstitute, we acknowledge experience and previous training in applied neuroscience. and grow the discipline of the neuroplastician in a collaborative network of practitioners, neuroscientists, organizations and training providers.
