The commission reserves the right to conduct a site visit at the organization's expense to verify, amplify, and clarify the current abilities of the organization to implement the commission's policies, procedures, and criteria. K. Termination of Accredited Provider Activities Organizations accredited as providers who decide to cease the provision of nursing continuing education activities must notify the Commission on Accreditation in writing of the intent to terminate authorized accredited activities and, as a service to learners, where and how records may be obtained. Investigation and verification by the Commission on Accreditation of written complaints or charges by consumers or others. Refusal to comply with an investigation. Refusal to comply with stipulations for continued accreditation.
Revocation is effective on the date the letter of notification is received by the organization.
All statements regarding accredited status must be removed from communications, marketing materials, and certificates of attendance printed or distributed after that date. M. Appeal Process Available for Revocation An appeal process is available to an accredited organization to contest the decision made by the Commission on Accreditation to revoke accreditation. An appeal must be submitted in writing to the Commission on Accreditation within 30 days after the organization receives written notification of the revocation decision. Organizations considering an appeal should contact ANCC for a copy of the complete appeal policy and procedure.