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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FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD III

OCTOBER 21 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard III.
  • 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 III.

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CREATING AND IMPLEMENTING MEANINGFUL DATA-DRIVEN ACTION PLANS

NOVEMBER 4 |  2 P.M. - 4 P.M. ET |  $150


  • Discuss the use of the continuous quality improvement process to address nursing education performance problems.
  • Describe the key components of an effective nursing education program action plan. 

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FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD IV

NOVEMBER 18 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard IV.
  • 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 IV.

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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

FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD III

OCTOBER 21 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard III.
  • 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 III.

REGISTER

CREATING AND IMPLEMENTING MEANINGFUL DATA-DRIVEN ACTION PLANS

NOVEMBER 4 |  2 P.M. - 4 P.M. ET |  $150


  • Discuss the use of the continuous quality improvement process to address nursing education performance problems.
  • Describe the key components of an effective nursing education program action plan. 

REGISTER

FOCUS ON THE NLN CNEA STANDARDS OF ACCREDITATION: STANDARD IV

NOVEMBER 18 |  3 - 4 P.M. ET |  $60 for each or $250 for 5-part series


  • Describe NLN CNEA Standard IV.
  • 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 IV.

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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