Aurora, CO Oct 6, 2009 – American Sentinel University (www.americansentinel.edu), an accredited online university that provides degree programs and practical education for professionals, received accreditation for its nursing education programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a specialized professional accreditation agency, CCNE is an autonomous branch of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the only accrediting body devoted exclusively to evaluating baccalaureate and graduate nursing degree programs.
“We are extremely proud that American Sentinel’s nursing degree programs have been recognized for meeting the national standards for accreditation,” said Catherine Garner, DrPH, RN, FAAN, Dean of Health Professions at the university. “It confirms that our mix of competency-based learning, clinical applications, real-world relevance, and flexible format prepare students well for healthcare careers.”
CCNE granted accreditation to American Sentinel for its online nursing degree programs: RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN), RN to Master of Science in Nursing (RN to MSN), and Master of Science in Nursing, which offers four specialty areas: case management, nursing informatics, management and organizational leadership, and nursing education.
“In some cases, employers won’t reimburse or recognize a nursing degree without this accreditation, so our students benefit,” said Natalie Nixon, Director of Admissions.
Ann Marie Flory, Master of Science in Nursing student currently enrolled at American Sentinel, agrees: “I work for the Federal government, which recognizes degrees from nursing schools that are accredited by CCNE. Should I decide to work toward a DNP or a Ph.D., it will be necessary to have graduated from a school with CCNE accreditation.”
About American Sentinel University
Founded as a Vanderbilt University Technology Company, American Sentinel University, www.americansentinel.edu, delivers to its students the competitive advantages of unique online education programs focused on the needs of high-growth sectors. Its nursing degree programs are accredited by the Commission for Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The university is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
About CCNE
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) is an autonomous accrediting agency, contributing to the improvement of the public’s health. A specialized professional accrediting agency, CCNE ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate degree nursing programs. Specifically, CCNE accredits baccalaureate degree nursing programs, master’s degree nursing programs, and clinical nursing doctorates that are practice-focused and have the title Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Specific CCNE questions can be addressed to: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 887-6791.
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