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

UNLOCK THE SECRET TO PROGRAM SUCCESS USING THE SYSTEMATIC EVALUATION PLAN (SEP)* NEW

  • 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.

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SUPPORTING STUDENTS THROUGH ALTERNATIVE APPROACHES TO TEACHING, LEARNING, AND EVALUATION

JULY 29 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60


  • Critique common teaching, learning, and evaluation strategies used in nursing education.
  • Design alternate approaches to teaching, learning, and evaluation appropriate to learner population and based on best practices in nursing education.

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FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD I

AUGUST 26 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard I.
  • Explain the related interpretative guidelines and implications for programs pursuing NLN CNEA accreditation.
  • Provide examples of data (evidence) that programs can be offered to support compliance with Standard I.

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APPLYING FOR NLN CNEA PRE-ACCREDITATION

SEPTEMBER 2 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  FREE


  • Describe the policies related to applying for NLN CNEA pre-accreditation candidacy.
  • Describe the NLN CNEA pre-accreditation candidacy application process.

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UNLOCK THE SECRET TO PROGRAM SUCCESS USING THE SYSTEMATIC EVALUATION PLAN (SEP)* NEW


  • 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.

REGISTER

SUPPORTING STUDENTS THROUGH ALTERNATIVE APPROACHES TO TEACHING, LEARNING, AND EVALUATION

JULY 29  | 3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60


  • Critique common teaching, learning, and evaluation strategies used in nursing education.
  • Design alternate approaches to teaching, learning, and evaluation appropriate to learner population and based on best practices in nursing education.

REGISTER

FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD I

AUGUST 26 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard I.
  • Explain the related interpretative guidelines and implications for programs pursuing NLN CNEA accreditation.
  • Provide examples of data (evidence) that programs can be offered to support compliance with Standard I.

REGISTER

APPLYING FOR NLN CNEA PRE-ACCREDITATION

SEPTEMBER 2  | 3 - 4 P.M. ET |  FREE


  • Describe the policies related to applying for NLN CNEA pre-accreditation candidacy.
  • Describe the NLN CNEA pre-accreditation candidacy application process.

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FEATURED NEWS & UPDATES

FEATURED NEWS

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July 17, 2025

The NLN CNEA has closed the call for comments on the Standards following an over 30-day period. The NLN CNEA Standards Committee will now review comments and update the NLN CNEA Standards for Accreditation. An additional call for comments will follow revisions.

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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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May 1, 2025

NEW* Do you want to learn more about program success? Look no further. The NLN CNEA now has an online asynchronous course titled "Unlock the Secret to Program Success Using the Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP)". Register today and secure full access to the course through December 31, 2025.

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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