The Cancer Patient Education Network (CPEN) was originally established in 1989 by the National Cancer Institute's Patient Education Branch. CPEN provides a formal mechanism for the exchange of information among cancer patient educators, thereby improving the management and delivery of patient education services. This exchange of information occurs through networking, mentoring, collaborating, sharing best-practice resources, developing guidelines and standards, and conducting evidence-based research.

CPEN Vision Statement

The Cancer Patient Education Network's vision is to reduce the burden of cancer through education.

CPEN Mission Statement

The Cancer Patient Education Network's mission is to promote and provide models of excellence in patient, family, and community education across the continuum of care.

CPEN Strategic Plan

The 2006-2010 CPEN Strategic Plan may be accessed via the links below.

CPEN's Five-Year Strategic Plan: 2006-2010

CPEN's Five-Year Strategic Plan: Tactical Plan: Organized by Tactic

CPEN's Five-Year Strategic Plan: Tactical Plan: Organized by Committee

Additional CPEN Documents

CPEN By-laws

CPEN Committees

CPEN Significant Accomplishments

Member Directory (members only)

CPEN Organizational Structure

CPEN Code of Ethics (pdf file)