The ACEN Standards are agreed-upon expectations to measure educational quality, while the Criteria are statements identifying the elements that need to be examined to evaluate the Standards.
Click below to view the ACEN Standards and Criteria by accreditation type.
Elevating Educational Excellence Through Accreditation
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 and transition-to-practice programs.
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Atlanta, GA 30326
