Why is accreditation of nursing education programs is important? (Select all that apply.)
a. It assures students that their educational program is offering quality education.
b. Acceptance into graduate programs in nursing depends on graduation from an accredited program.
c. It serves as stimulus for programs to initiate periodic self-examination and self-improvement.
d. It has established standards to allow graduates to take licensure examinations.
e. Graduating from an accredited program ensures successful completion of the licensure exam.
ANS: A, B, C
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For an educational program to be accredited, it must meet criteria that protect the quality of education. Graduate programs use the program's accreditation status to assure the quality of education the potential student has received in preparation for graduate study. As part of the accreditation process, the educational program must complete a self-study and show how the school meets each standard.
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The standards that educational programs need to meet to allow their graduates to take the licensure examination are determined by each state, not by accrediting bodies. Graduation from any program of nursing does not guarantee passage of the licensure exam.
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