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ACEN Program Completion Statement

August 13, 2026

ACEN has released a new Program Completion Position Statement addressing the importance of on-time program completion as an indicator of nursing program quality.

Call for Arbitrators

May 1, 2025

The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) is seeking nominations for arbitrators.

2025-2026 Board of Commissioners and Nominating Committee Elections

April 1, 2025

Time to vote in the ACEN 2025-2026 election!

Recap: ACEN Hosts First Regional Workshop at Troy University

February 5, 2025

On January 17, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) launched the new ACEN Regional Workshop.

Nominate Someone for the ACEN 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

January 27, 2025

UPDATED: The nomination period for the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award has closed.

2025 Upcoming Educational Events!

November 19, 2024

The ACEN is thrilled to announce our upcoming 2025 educational events!

Nominate someone for the 2025-2026 Board of Commissioners and Nominating Committee Elections

October 1, 2024

DECEMBER 2, 2024 - UPDATE: Nominations for the 2025-2026 ACEN Elections are now closed.

Announcement regarding proposed Policy #14 changes

October 1, 2024

The Board of Commissioners has reviewed the comments provided and has determined that there will be NO changes to Policy #14 at this time.

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The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) supports the interests of nursing education, nursing practice, and the public by providing specialized accreditation for all levels of nursing education programs.

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