IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The eCourses available at this time are based on the 2017 Standards and Criteria.
The content of a SSF on the 2017 Standards and Criteria is available in an enhanced eCourse titled <em>Understanding and Applying the ACEN Standards and Criteria</em> and the content of the PAW is available in an enhanced eCourse titled <em>Effectively</em> <em>Leading an ACEN Accredited Program</em>. Both eCourses will be offered in an online, asynchronous, self-paced learning format within iSpring Learn (LMS).
No, you will be able to access content on your web browser or download the iSpring Learn app from Apple Store and Google Play for mobile devices.
No, both eCourses are designed to be online, asynchronous, self-paced learning; there is no “live” component.
Yes, the eCourse will be accessible on multiple types of devices. However, using a smaller device (e.g., mobile) may limit your ability to easily view additional items such as the notes section.
This eCourse is divided into several modules. Each module varies in length; generally, each module will be no more than one hour in length. For 30 calendar days from time of purchase, you will be able to stop, start, and review modules as desired so you have complete control over how much time you spend on each module.
This eCourse is divided into several modules. Each module varies in length; generally, each module will be no more than one hour in length. For 30 calendar days from time of purchase, you will be able to stop, start, and review modules as desired so you have complete control over how much time you spend on each module.
Understanding and Applying the ACEN Standards and Criteria eCourse: $299
Effectively Leading an ACEN Accredited Program eCourse: $99
You will have access to all modules within each eCourse purchased. The modules cannot be purchased individually. Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours are awarded only to the individual who purchased the eCourse, completed of all modules in the eCourse, and completed the final evaluation.
Each person who accesses the eCourse should have their own login information. Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours are awarded only to the individual who purchased the eCourse, completed of all modules in the eCourse, and completed the final evaluation.
Understanding and Applying the ACEN Standards and Criteria eCourse: 13 CNEs
Effectively Leading an ACEN Accredited Program eCourse: 6 CNEs
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours are awarded only to the individual that purchased the eCourse. Upon completion of all modules in the eCourse, the purchaser must complete the final evaluation to receive CNE contact hours. A CNE certificate will be generated once the final evaluation is completed.
Access is 30 CALENDAR DAYS from date of purchase; therefore, it is important that you purchase an eCourse when you will have the time to complete all the modules within 30 calendar days of purchase.
Absolutely!
- For questions about ACEN accreditation processes and/or policies, contact the ACEN Directors or staff at: 404-975-5000 or click on this link to email your question.
- For general, billing, or technical questions (e.g., access to iSpring) please contact us at [email protected]
The eCourses are asynchronous allowing you to view at times that are best for you within the 30 calendar days of access purchase. We encourage you to keep a list of questions as you complete each module and, if your questions have not been answered by the end of the entire eCourse, please contact one of the ACEN Directors or staff at 404-975-5000.
The ACEN eCourse is based on the 2017 Standards and Criteria. All upcoming Self-Study Forums are based on the 2023 Standards and Criteria.
Because offering an in-person experience at a hotel is more expensive (e.g., food, beverages, AV support) than the eCourse experience.