by ACEN and ARC-PA

About NP&PA Accreditation

The ACEN and ARC-PA have partnered to offer Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant (NP&PA) Residency Program Accreditation. This joint endeavor reflects the organizations’ shared commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and excellence in clinical specialty training.


Learn more about NP&PA Accreditation

This video provides general information about the application and process for Initial dual accreditation of an NP&PA post-licensure residency program.

Become Accredited

To be eligible for joint initial or joint continuing accreditation, the sponsoring organization and advanced practice provider program must demonstrate that they meet or continue to meet all the joint eligibility and continuing eligibility requirements of the ACEN and ARC-PA.

NP&PA Accreditation Resources

Click below to view NP&PA Accreditation Accreditation Manual, policies, process flow chart, fees, and more.

Questions?

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