Fortis College-Orange Park issued the following announcement.
According to the US Census, the population aged 65 and over is estimated to reach 83.7 million, almost double its population from 2012. At the same time, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the need for an additional 203,700 new RNs each year through 2026 to care and support the nation’s aging population.
Fortis’ nursing programs were designed to meet a growing need in the country. “The United States will need more skilled, well-trained nursing professionals to provide the increasingly complex care this population requires in the coming years,” said Dr. Sheila Burke, vice-president of Nursing for Education Affiliates.
With such a wide range of nursing programs available to students, it can be challenging to choose a school that provides a quality standard of education.
ACEN Accreditation
Recognized as a primary accrediting body for nursing education in the United States by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education, ACEN recognition increases program value. To help ensure programming is consistent and offers a quality education, many states have mandated that programs receive recognition from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
For example, all Florida nursing programs offering pre-licensure associate degree education are mandated by the state Board of Nursing to attain accreditation. All four Fortis Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) programs in Florida have accreditation conferred by ACEN: Fortis College in Cutler Bay, Fortis College in Orange Park, Fortis Institute in Pensacola and Fortis Institute in Port St. Lucie.
In order to receive accreditation, institutions must apply for and undergo a comprehensive review process that evaluates the quality and effectiveness of its nursing education program on multiple levels. ACEN accreditation is granted after a two-year review process that includes a self-study document, site visit, and a review by a panel of experts from the accrediting agency.
About Fortis Nursing Programs
One of the largest nursing education providers in the U.S., Education Affiliates, Inc. operates St. Paul’s Schools of Nursing, Denver College of Nursing, and Fortis Colleges & Institutes who, together, educate over 4,000 nursing students nationwide, and operate over 25 nursing programs in 10 states. Denver College of Nursing is programmatically accredited by ACEN as are Fortis College in Indianapolis, Fortis College in Salt Lake City and Fortis College in Centerville, OH.
Fortis nursing programs educate students in response to society’s increasingly complex healthcare needs and provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. After graduation, Fortis nurses can pursue a career as an entry-level registered nurse in a variety of healthcare settings. Incorporating hybrid courses and online instruction, students have more options when scheduling classes.
To learn more about preparing for a career in nursing, contact (855) 436-7847 for more information.
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