Membership Eligibility Criteria

Article 1.
In accordance with Articles 10, 10-2 and 11 of the Articles of Incorporation of the Japanese Society of Nursing Science, the selection of members by the Board of Directors of the Society shall be based on these criteria.

Article 2.
本会正会員の選考は、次の各号の一つに該当し、第5条に定める基準を満たす者について行う。
(1) Those who major in nursing and are engaged in education and research at universities (including junior colleges) and research institutes.
(2) Those who practice nursing and have achievements in nursing science.
(3) Those with research achievements related to nursing science
(4) 看護分野における研究、活動、教育に関心のある者

Article 3.
Selection for student members of the Society shall be made for those who meet all of the following criteria
(1) 看護基礎教育課程に所属している学生
(2) Must be introduced by one regular member.

Article 4.
Selection for Supporting Members of the Society shall be made by individuals or organizations contributing to the field of nursing and health and welfare.

Article 5.
本会正会員として入会するために必要な基準の条件は、次の各号のいずれかを満たすものとする。
(1) At least one article published in an academic journal related to nursing science (the title of the article, the name and volume and page number of the journal, the date of publication, and the names of collaborators including the applicant should be clearly indicated)
(2) At least one book related to nursing science (clearly indicate the part of the book you are responsible for)
(3) Master's thesis or doctoral dissertation related to nursing science, or research on a specific theme in lieu of a master's thesis
(4) 正会員の紹介がある

Article 6.
Amendments to these standards shall be made by resolution of the General Meeting of Members in accordance with Article 13 of the Articles of Incorporation.

supplementary provisions
1 The amendments to these standards shall come into effect on January 1, 2010.
2 The provision of "Conditions of Research Achievement at the time of Admission to the Japan Academy of Nursing Science" shall be abolished on December 31, 2009 due to the revision of this standard.

supplementary provisions
The amendments to these standards shall go into effect on August 24, 2010.

supplementary provisions
Partially amended on June 15, 2024, effective as of the same date. However, Article 1, Article 3, and other changes due to the establishment of new qualifications for student members shall come into effect on January 1, 2025.

supplementary provisions
1 2025年11月30日一部改正、同日より施行する。
2 改正前の規則で入会した学生会員は学生証明書等に記載された有効期限まで有効とする。