UA Eleanor Mann School Of Nursing Earns Accreditation By Two National Associations
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Eleanor Mann School of Nursing of the University of Arkansas has been awarded accreditation by two national accrediting bodies for nursing programs. The Mann School is the only nursing program in Arkansas fully accredited by both the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
"We are proud that two respected national accrediting bodies have confirmed the dedication of the faculty and staff of the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing and the strength of the nursing program they deliver," said Reed Greenwood, dean of the College of Education and Health Professions.
Barbara Conrad, director of the Mann School, noted that accreditation is a voluntary, external review that the school considers vital for feedback and improvement.
"Having experts review our nursing program and certify that we meet established national standards ensures that the school is accountable to the discipline and abreast of new trends," Conrad said.
In accrediting the Mann School, the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission cited two commendations for the school’s strengths in "commitment to maintaining a quality nursing program" and "curriculum integrity." The NLNAC found no areas of concern and granted continuing accreditation for eight years, its maximum length of accreditation.
This was the first time the nursing program sought accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The school received accreditation for five years, the maximum length given to an initial applicant.
The NLNAC accredits diploma, associate, baccalaureate, or masters nursing education schools and programs. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a national accreditation agency and reviews the quality and integrity of baccalaureate and graduate education programs to ensure the quality of education for the professional nurse.