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NLA Membership

Join the community advancing lipid science and patient care

For clinicians, researchers, and educators advancing dyslipidemia care — plus the journal, education, and network to grow your practice.

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Membership at a glance

  • Subscription to the Journal of Clinical Lipidology
  • Discounted registration for Scientific Sessions and Fall CLU
  • Member pricing on NLA education and self-assessment programs
  • Membership in your regional NLA chapter
  • Access to clinical resources and practice tools
Member Benefits

What your membership includes

Support for your practice, research, and growth.

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Journal of Clinical Lipidology

Subscription to the NLA’s peer-reviewed journal on lipidology research and practice.

Scientific Sessions savings

Discounted registration for Scientific Sessions, Fall CLU, and other NLA meetings.

Education & CME/CE

Member pricing across the learning pathway, from Foundations through Masters-level courses.

Regional chapter community

Automatic regional chapter membership — local programming, networking, and leadership.

Stay connected

Stay current on lipid science and clinical practice developments.

Recognition & advancement

Pathways to FNLA designation, awards, and committee service.

Membership Categories

Find the category that fits you

The NLA welcomes the full lipid management team.

Active

For practicing professionals

For physicians, pharmacists, nurses, dietitians, scientists, and other health professionals in lipid management, research, or education. Includes the Journal of Clinical Lipidology, discounted Scientific Sessions registration, and regional chapter membership.

1-Year Membership $195
3-Year Membership $510
3-Year BundleFirst-time applicants only $1,000
First-time applicants only

Active Membership — 3-Year Bundle

New to the NLA? Lock in three years of Active membership, plus:

Yearly Membership Enhancements

  • Complimentary registration for the next NLA scientific meeting ($585 value)
  • Access to the NLA Self-Assessment Program (NLA–SAP) ($495 value)
  • 25% tuition off Foundations of Lipidology or Masters in Lipidology, in-person or online
  • $300 off the American Board of Clinical Lipidology (ABCL) exam fee

That’s $1,380 in named benefits plus 25% course tuition savings, for $1,000.

Associate

For trainees

For students, residents, and fellows-in-training in lipidology and cardiometabolic care — a reduced-dues path into the NLA community during training.

Annual dues FREE
Associate members

NLA Associate Membership Perks

Educational Opportunities

Year-round NLA education, in-person and online, at trainee rates:

  • Reduced registration for Scientific Sessions and Fall Clinical Lipid Update
  • NLA Self-Assessment Program (NLA–SAP, Edition 5) at a reduced rate — self-paced and CME/CE-accredited
  • Free enrollment in Foundations of Lipidology, and a discounted rate on Masters in Lipidology

Foundations travel grant: Offsets in-person Foundations of Lipidology costs. Join as an Associate and register before applying — limited space, restrictions apply. Contact the CME Manager.

Industry

For industry professionals

For scientists, researchers, and medical professionals in pharmaceutical, biotech, and related companies — connecting industry science teams with the clinical lipidology community. Not open to sales or marketing roles.

Annual dues $195
Industry members

Industry Membership Benefits

Scientific Engagement

For industry researchers, medical affairs, and scientific professionals advancing lipid science within their companies.

  • Subscription to the Journal of Clinical Lipidology
  • Member-rate registration for Scientific Sessions and Fall Clinical Lipid Update
  • Scientific exchange with the clinicians and researchers shaping lipid management
  • Access to NLA education and the latest advances in lipid science

Eligibility: Open to industry employees or contractors whose roles exclude sales and marketing of products or services to health professionals or patients.

Dues are billed annually. Not sure which category fits? Contact membership@lipid.org.

Questions

Membership FAQs

How do I join or renew?

Join or renew online in minutes using the buttons above. Need an invoice or to pay by check? Contact the membership team.

When does my membership term start and end?

Membership runs January 1–December 31. You’ll get email renewal reminders before your term ends.

Which regional chapter will I belong to?

Chapter assignment is based on where you practice, at no additional cost.

What is the Fellow of the NLA (FNLA) designation?

FNLA recognizes sustained commitment and contribution to clinical lipidology. See the FNLA page for criteria and deadlines.

Do members get discounts on certification prep?

Yes — members get discounted pricing across the learning pathway, including board-certification prep courses.

Your patients benefit when you belong

Join the clinicians, scientists, and educators shaping the future of lipid management — take your next step with the NLA.

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