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Noteworthy Practices


Each quarter, ACEND highlights one or more ACEND-accredited programs for their noteworthy practices. Noteworthy Practice Submissions are due October 18, 2024.

Noteworthy practices in the following topic areas are requested.

  • Activities, practices, and/or processes that promote DEI including Holistic Admissions Process/Procedure; Recruitment and admission practices that encourage diversity; Retention practices and program activities that support students/interns with diverse needs; and Training activities for faculty and/or preceptors related to DEI
  • Preceptor Recruitment and Recognition
  • Interprofessional Education
  • Curriculum i.e. simulation, review process, integrated experience
  • Program Improvement i.e. data collection, technology, pass rate

Program directors or other individuals associated with an ACEND-accredited program are asked to complete the submission form and an abstract of their noteworthy practice and email it to ACEND for review. Submissions are reviewed by an ACEND Board review team and selected entries will be posted. Download a submission form to complete and email with supporting documentation with the subject line: Noteworthy Practice Submission.

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