NLN CNEA STANDARDS FOR ACCREDITATION 

The NLN CNEA five Standards for Accreditation are essential to providing a national and global quality assurance framework through which nursing programs of all types, including distance education programs, can act to implement and achieve excellence in nursing education. 

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NLN CNEA STANDARDS FOR ACCREDITATION 

The NLN CNEA five Standards for Accreditation are essential to providing a national and global quality assurance framework through which nursing programs of all types, including distance education programs, can act to implement and achieve excellence in nursing education. 

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EVENTS

SELF-PACED, SELF-DIRECTED COURSES

Unlock the Secret to Program Success Using the Systematic Evaluation Plan

$350


  • Describe the systematic evaluation plan (SEP) and its use in the evaluation of nursing programs.
  • Analyze appropriateness of a program's SEP.
  • Construct a manageable SEP that helps drive continuous quality improvement efforts.
  • Develop a data collection and analysis calendar to track program evaluation activities.

Writing Your NLN CNEA Self-study Report

$350


  • Describe the NLN CNEA accreditation process.
  • Explain the purpose and role of the self-study report in the NLN CNEA accreditation process.
  • Describe the format and elements of the self-study report.
  • Analyze ways to document program compliance with the NLN CNEA Accreditation Standards when preparing the self-study report.
  • Describe strategies used to engage faculty and staff in the preparation of the self-study report.

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ACCREDITATION *NEW

FEBRUARY 3 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60


  • Explore how AI can facilitate continuous quality improvement activities in nursing programs.
  • Discuss opportunities or ways AI can assist faculty during nursing quality improvement activities.
  • Explain potential challenges of AI use related to accreditation.

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ENSURING EFFECTIVE PROGRAM SYSTEMATIC EVALUATION PLANS

MARCH 10 |  2 - 4 P.M. ET |  $150


  • Describe the use of systematic program evaluation to prepare for accreditation.
  • Explain how to set expected program outcomes and benchmark achievement indicators.
  • Relate elements of accreditation standards to systematic program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.

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CRASH COURSE IN DATA CALCULATIONS FOR PROGRAM EVALUATION

APRIL 14 |  2:30 - 4 P.M. ET |  $99


  • Identify common nursing program challenges faced regarding outcome data collection.
  • Suggest methods for effectively calculating program outcome data.
  • Propose the use of artificial intelligence for data collection and calculation support.

REGISTER

SELF-PACED, SELF-DIRECTED COURSES

Unlock the Secret to Program Success Using the Systematic Evaluation Plan

$350


  • Describe the systematic evaluation plan (SEP) and its use in the evaluation of nursing programs.
  • Analyze appropriateness of a program's SEP.
  • Construct a manageable SEP that helps drive continuous quality improvement efforts.
  • Develop a data collection and analysis calendar to track program evaluation activities.

Writing Your NLN CNEA Self-study Report

$350


  • Describe the NLN CNEA accreditation process.
  • Explain the purpose and role of the self-study report in the NLN CNEA accreditation process.
  • Describe the format and elements of the self-study report.
  • Analyze ways to document program compliance with the NLN CNEA Accreditation Standards when preparing the self-study report.
  • Describe strategies used to engage faculty and staff in the preparation of the self-study report.

REGISTER

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ACCREDITATION *NEW

FEBRUARY 3 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60


  • Explore how AI can facilitate continuous quality improvement activities in nursing programs.
  • Discuss opportunities or ways AI can assist faculty during nursing quality improvement activities.
  • Explain potential challenges of AI use related to accreditation.

REGISTER

ENSURING EFFECTIVE PROGRAM SYSTEMATIC EVALUATION PLANS

MARCH 10 |  2 - 4 P.M. ET |  $150


  • Describe the use of systematic program evaluation to prepare for accreditation.
  • Explain how to set expected program outcomes and benchmark achievement indicators.
  • Relate elements of accreditation standards to systematic program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.

REGISTER

CRASH COURSE IN DATA CALCULATIONS FOR PROGRAM EVALUATION

APRIL 14 |  2:30 - 4 P.M. ET |  $99


  • Identify common nursing program challenges faced regarding outcome data collection.
  • Suggest methods for effectively calculating program outcome data.
  • Propose the use of artificial intelligence for data collection and calculation support.

REGISTER

FEATURED NEWS & UPDATES

FEATURED NEWS

& UPDATES

October 14, 2025

The NLN CNEA announces the 2025 election results. Individuals elected to the Board of Commissioners and Nominations Committee will begin their terms January 1, 2026.

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September 3, 2025

The NLN CNEA Board of Commissioners has released a memo regarding the NLN CNEA Standards of Accreditation. This memo provides programs guidance regarding upcoming changes and for using the standards given recent federal and state mandates.

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July 1, 2025

The NLN CNEA has released an updated Accreditation Handbook: Policies and Procedures (2025). The new Handbook and a summary of the changes are listed on the Resources page of the website.

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Choosing the NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) for our accreditation was a decision driven by their reputation for fostering open, effective communication and setting transparent, attainable standards. The accreditation journey with the NLN CNEA has been collaborative, emphasizing continuous quality improvement over punitive measures, which has empowered our RN to BSN and MSN programs to not only meet but exceed educational benchmarks. Our experience with the NLN CNEA has been instrumental in enhancing the quality and recognition of our nursing education programs.

Brooke McAtee, PhD, MSN, RN

Director of the Nursing Programs

Provost Fellow

Northwest Missouri State University   | Maryville, MO