what is acen accreditation purpose
PURPOSE The purpose of the ACEN is to provide specialized accreditation for programs of nursing education, both postsecondary and higher degree, which offer either a certificate, a diploma, or a recognized professional degree (clinical doctorate, masterâs, baccalaureate, associate, diploma, and practical).he staff then works with the nursing education unit to achieve their goal. Collaborative Visit The Collaborative Site Visit involves the establishment of one (1) site visit team that incorporates representatives from the ACEN and the other accreditation or approval agency.