Charter Oak State College, Connecticut’s only fully online higher education institution, received accreditation for its baccalaureate-level nursing program by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The official recognition of the New Britain-based school’s bachelor’s of science in nursing (BSN) program means graduates are eligible to apply to most graduate nursing programs, which generally require applicants to have a degree from a CCNE-accredited institution, said Linda Perfetto, the program’s director.
“CCNE accreditation is a mark of distinction for Baccalaureate and higher programs in nursing,” Perfetto said. “It reflects that our program meets the highest industry standards and ensures a high-quality learning experience for our students.”
The program specifically addresses the gap between an associate degree in nursing and the baccalaureate degree in nursing, according to Charter Oak. It covers issues including healthcare policy, population health, and leadership within the healthcare system.
Sixty-seven students are currently enrolled in the BSN program, Perfetto said. Charter Oak is currently accepting applications for the fall semester, which begins Aug. 16.
