Charter Oak nursing program wins 10-year CCNE accreditation
Charter Oak State College said its online Nursing: RN/ADN to BSN program earned the maximum 10-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The approval covers a program that serves working registered nurses and starts fall online classes Aug. 24, 2026.
Why it matters: - The 10-year CCNE accreditation is the maximum term available and signals strong external validation of Charter Oak State College’s nursing program. - The recognition supports a pipeline for registered nurses in Connecticut and beyond who want to complete a BSN while staying in the workforce. - The accreditation highlights the program’s focus on leadership, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, population health and interprofessional collaboration.
What happened: - Charter Oak State College announced that its online Nursing: RN/ADN to BSN program earned 10-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. - The college said the program meets the 2021 AACN Essentials and reflects strong academic quality and continuous quality improvement. - Fall online classes begin Aug. 24, 2026. - Interested registered nurses can request information at more information.
The details: - Charter Oak described the program as student-centered and designed for registered nurses who are advancing their education while continuing to serve their communities. - The college credited nursing faculty and staff, institutional leadership, students, alumni, Advisory Board members and healthcare practice partners for the accreditation result. - Kathy Murphy, director of the Nursing: RN/ADN to BSN program, said the achievement was a shared accomplishment. - Murphy said the collaboration helps strengthen the nursing workforce and improve community health. - Charter Oak State College said the program has meaningful partnerships with healthcare organizations. - The college said the accreditation affirms preparation for leadership and evidence-based care.
Between the lines: - A 10-year accreditation can be a recruiting tool for a public online college competing for adult learners and working nurses. - The announcement also positions Charter Oak as a workforce-focused institution, not just a degree provider. - The college is emphasizing program quality and employer relevance at a time when health systems continue to seek BSN-prepared nurses.
What's next: - Charter Oak will open fall online classes on Aug. 24, 2026. - The college is directing prospective RN students to request information online. - Charter Oak State College said it will continue offering the RN/ADN to BSN pathway as part of its healthcare portfolio.
The bottom line: - Charter Oak’s nursing completion program now carries its strongest possible national accreditation signal, which could help it draw more working nurses seeking career advancement.
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