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ACEN Announces 2026 Lifetime Service Award Recipients

March 5, 2026
ACEN is honored to recognize the recipients of the 2026 ACEN Lifetime Service Award

Balancing Innovation and Integrity: AI Integration in ACEN-Accredited Nursing Programs

February 23, 2026
ACEN article published in Teaching and Learning in Nursing by OADN.

ACEN Launches ACEN Academy to Support Accreditation-Focused Professional Development

February 10, 2026
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has launched ACEN Academy, a centralized e-learning platform designed to support accreditation-focused professional development across nursing education programs.

ACEN Introduces the Program of Distinction to Recognize Excellence in Nursing Education

February 3, 2026
This recognition celebrates programs that exemplify the highest levels of achievement.

Release of Information Regarding the Implementation of Policy #39 High-Stakes Testing Policy

January 30, 2026
Policy #39 High-Stakes Testing Policy approved by ACEN Board of Commissioners. Policy #39 will go into effect September 1, 2026.

Share Your Input: ACEN Standards and Criteria Review

January 20, 2026
Volunteer or complete the survey to support the next revision of the ACEN Standards and Criteria

Call for Nominations: ACEN Board of Commissioners and ACEN Nominating Committee

October 3, 2025
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) is seeking nominations for five Commissioners for the ACEN Board of Commissioners and one member for the ACEN Nominating Committee.

Proposed High-Stakes Testing Policy & Call for Public Comments

September 30, 2025
The ACEN is seeking public comment on a proposed policy related to high-stakes testing.