AG Consulting Ltd. has worked with programs in all stages of ACEN Accreditation. Whether you're pursuing initial accreditation, getting ready for your re-accreditation visit, or under conditions with a follow-up report - we'll jump in wherever you need help!
Self-Study Report SupportWe work with clients in every stage of accreditation. From initial accreditation to re-accreditation, and follow-up reports with special site visits - we're here to help! We work with your faculty to positively convey your program's achievements and plans for enhancement to evaluators. Throughout the process we educate your instructors about the benefits of program-level evaluation, coach faculty through composing the self-study report and collecting supporting evidence, and preparing your team for onsite visits. Expect objective feedback regarding your program's compliance, plus recommendations to strengthen any areas of concern.
Written Report SupportWriting a self-study or follow-up report? We work with your faculty to positively convey your program's achievements and plans for enhancement to evaluators. Throughout the process we educate your instructors about the benefits of program-level evaluation, coach faculty through composing the self-study report and collecting supporting evidence, and prepare your team for onsite visits. Expect objective feedback regarding your program's compliance, plus recommendations to strengthen any areas of concern.
Systematic Evaluation PlansCumbersome collection procedures, disengaged faculty, and ambiguous data are all signs of an ineffective plan. We work with clients to update - or create - systematic plans for evaluation (SPE or SEP) that work. Bottom line, your plan should be practical (functional and efficient) to implement, and the process should elicit useful feedback. Or take it a step further: consider a Master Plan that integrates all of your accrediting body (parent organization, government and national association) requirements into one plan that eliminates redundancy.
|
ACEN Readiness Checklist |
For a Menu of Services please send us an email.
Comprehensive SSR Review
Out of time? Limited budget?
This flat-rate review of your Self-Study Report includes a thorough appraisal of your compliance with ACEN's 2017 Standards and Criteria. Feedback includes suggestions for improving your compliance, as well as enhancements within your Systematic Plan of Evaluation (SPE). Your report and appendices will be thoroughly edited and formatted in compliance with ACEN's requirements. Resulting in a polished report that leaves a professional impression on peer-evaluators.
If time permits, include an Initial Rough Draft Review. You'll receive constructive feedback on your compliance with a focus on Standard 4: Curriculum and Standard 5: Outcomes. An MS Word Template formatted with submission requirements is included to organize your faculty. You'll have the time to address areas of concern well before your site visit!
This flat-rate review of your Self-Study Report includes a thorough appraisal of your compliance with ACEN's 2017 Standards and Criteria. Feedback includes suggestions for improving your compliance, as well as enhancements within your Systematic Plan of Evaluation (SPE). Your report and appendices will be thoroughly edited and formatted in compliance with ACEN's requirements. Resulting in a polished report that leaves a professional impression on peer-evaluators.
If time permits, include an Initial Rough Draft Review. You'll receive constructive feedback on your compliance with a focus on Standard 4: Curriculum and Standard 5: Outcomes. An MS Word Template formatted with submission requirements is included to organize your faculty. You'll have the time to address areas of concern well before your site visit!
A message about the Latest 2023 ACEN Standards & Criteria
As of 2023, ACEN required all accredited schools to adhere to the recent 2023 Standards & Criteria. Historically, there has been no allowance for a transitionary period, and the new standards are immediately effective. Have your faculty and administrators prepared to implemented the 2023 Standards & Criteria? Have you transitioned your SPE to the new criteria? AG Consulting Ltd has experience helping multiple programs transition between old and new standards. We can help you smoothly transition your processes and documentation with minimal interruption. How can we lend a hand?
The Advantages of Hiring a Consultant from People Who Know:People respond to experience. “This is what I have been telling my faculty from the beginning, but it means something else coming from an expert.” Invaluable input from an external party. “We are grateful to have your fresh eyes. You picked up on things we missed, because this is just too personal.” “Because of you, we realized we forgot to include an entire section about our processes for evaluating student learning outcomes. We knew we did the work, but it took you to realize we didn’t discuss it in the report.” An extra set of hands... eyes, ears and a brain. "I have no idea how my administration thought I was going to be able to do this alone, on top of the full plate I already deal with every day.” Experience saves time. “I don’t know why we didn’t have this done sooner. It would have saved a lot of headaches. We’ll be in touch in five years for our next seven year report!” |
Please note that AG Consulting, Ltd is an independent organization that is not affiliated with any accrediting body. There is no relationship between the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the services provided by AG Consulting, Ltd. The ACEN does not endorse the services of any particular consultant or consultants.