York County Community College in Wells received accreditation for its nursing program and graduated its first class of students from the program. Dina Mendros
York County Community College received accreditation of its nursing program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The ACEN accreditation is an acknowledgement of the college’s commitment to excellence in nursing education and confirms the program’s adherence to quality and effectiveness, according to a YCCC press release.
The accreditation process involved a review of the program’s curriculum, faculty qualifications, resources, and facilities.
“The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) is a leading accrediting organization for nursing programs in the United States,” Nursing Program Director Lisa Gatti-Arnold said of the recognition. “Achieving initial accreditation from ACEN is a significant accomplishment for the nursing program at York County Community College and signifies that YCCC has a high-quality program that prepares nursing graduates for entry-level practice as a registered nurse. ACEN accreditation demonstrates that the faculty are dedicated to high standards, continuous improvement, and most of all, student success.”
The plan to create an accredited nursing program at YCCC started in 2020, according to the release, and YCCC recently graduated its first cohort of students.
“Receiving initial accreditation for our nursing program is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners,” President Michael Fischer said. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Maine Legislature, Maine Health, and Northern Light Health for their generous support in addressing the pressing nursing shortage. Their investment in community colleges across the state has not only enabled our program expansion but also positioned us to better serve the healthcare needs of our community. This milestone reflects our collective commitment to advancing healthcare education in Maine.”
The nursing program exemplifies the college’s dedication to students and effective industry collaborations to benefit the local communities, the release stated.
For more information about the nursing program, visit www.yccc.edu
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