Nursing AAS receives Continuing Accreditation from ACEN Announcement
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) has granted continuing accreditation to SUNY Niagara’s associate degree program in nursing.
ACEN’s Board of Commissioners took this action at its September meeting following a thorough review of the program.
“Earning continuing accreditation for our Nursing program at SUNY Niagara reflects the commitment our faculty and staff make to our students every day,” said Dr. Martha Kershaw, dean of nursing, physical and allied health at SUNY Niagara. “We are incredibly proud of this accomplishment and grateful to everyone whose dedication makes our institution a place where students are known, supported, and cared for.”
ACEN is one of the nation’s largest specialized accrediting agencies, accrediting nursing programs throughout the United States, its territories and internationally. External accreditation provides assurance to students, employers, policymakers and the public of an academic program’s quality.
The next ACEN visit to assess the SUNY Niagara Nursing program is scheduled for spring 2034. The accreditation granted in September will remain current until then.
About the SUNY Niagara Nursing Program
Admission to SUNY Niagara’s Nursing program is selective and highly competitive. The program provides clinical experiences at hospitals, health care facilities and community agencies throughout Niagara, Erie and Orleans counties, exposing students to a broad range of health care settings.
SUNY Niagara’s Nursing program is an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree program registered by the New York State Education Department and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
About ACEN
ACEN supports the interests of nursing education, nursing practice and the public by providing specialized accreditation for nursing education programs at all levels. It is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization, and participation in its accreditation process is voluntary.