2022•The Journal of Continuing Education in NursingRequires access

The Foundation for Operational Excellence: Being Accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center

Jennifer Graebe, Sheri Cosme

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What is accreditation? Why is accreditation important? Is accreditation the same thing as getting certified? We receive these common questions about accreditation at the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This column will explore the concept of accreditation and ANCC Accreditation. [ J Contin Educ Nurs . 2022;53(3):100–103.]

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Key concepts: Accreditation, Credentialing, Excellence, Certification, Center of excellence, Medical education, Foundation (evidence), Certification and Accreditation