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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.

Upcoming Events

Standards in Action: Strategies for Advanced Application

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Join fellow nursing education professionals for this engaging two-day workshop focused on the advanced application of the ACEN Accreditation Standards.
June 11-12, 2026
Location:
Indianapolis, Indiana
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$1,099

Southeast Asia Workshop

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The ACEN is committed to quality in all types of nursing education programs throughout the world. Join us in Thailand for a special international workshop.
June 25 - 26, 2026
Location:
Bangkok, Thailand
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$650 USD

Midwest Regional Workshop

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Gain practical strategies for ensuring curriculum coherence and supporting continuous quality improvement. The workshop also includes concrete strategies, tips, and tools to foster your success.
August 14, 2026
Location:
St. Paul, Minnesota
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Fee:
$375