“Attaining CASN Accreditation status has brought the University College of the North and the Diploma of Practical Nursing Program to a new level of recognition in the province as well as nationally. It was very rewarding to receive this level of acknowledgment.” – Sheri Lyn McPhee RN MN NP, Associate Dean Diploma of Practical Nursing, uCollegeNorth (UCN)
“The CASN Accreditation process is important for our program as it indicates to potential students and partners that our program meets national standards, and we produce well qualified and rounded nursing graduates.” – Sheri Lyn McPhee, UCN
“I liked that CASN Accreditation allowed us to have a more comprehensive picture of what our program is doing. It shows that we are meeting national standards, and that we provide a well-rounded program that is suited to the needs of our students from a national perspective. It also adds a measure of interest and credential to our program.” – Sheri Lyn McPhee, UCN
“Receiving CASN Accreditation is a testament to how good our program is at VCC and demonstrates to other programs, colleges and potential students that we have an excellent Practical Nursing Program.” – Janita Schappert, RN, BSN, MSN, Dept. Head, Practical Nursing Program, Vancouver Community College (VCC)
“CASN Accreditation helps identify gaps in the program and where we need to focus our energy to improve. It helps identify what we are doing well and what we need to work on.” – Janita Schappert, VCC
“We worked very hard and were united as a team to ensure that every faculty member was included. The fact we did so well with our CASN Accreditation is something the department and faculty can be very proud of.” – Janita Schappert, VCC
“I really enjoyed the expertise of the reviewers who asked knowledgeable questions and, through their careful questions, revealed strengths we didn’t recognize and more importantly, areas to focus on. I am very proud to be CASN accredited!” – Catherine Schwichtenberg, Dip. Nursing , B.Sc.N., M.S.N., Kwantlen Polytechnic University
“The process gave me time to reflect on the program itself and what we do well, where we can improve. Accreditation, therefore, puts us in the forefront of other post-secondary institutions that strive to provide similar program for IENs!” – Harmeet Olson, RN (College of New Caledonia), B.Sc.N., M.S.N., Kwantlen Polytechnic University
“CASN Accreditation solidified our program’s work and dedication to support our IENs. It was much work in terms of planning and staging the work we do, but it was a great experience to go through and of course, a proud moment to be accredited.” – Nikki (Satwant) Purewal, BScN (KPU), M.Ad.Ed (UBC), Kwantlen Polytechnic University
“We appreciate the extensive analysis of our program and are very excited to be accredited. I was VERY proud when we passed. We take pride in our program and the fact that CASN has given it their stamp of accreditation.” – Herraj Sandhu, Dip. Nursing, B.Sc.N., M.N., Kwantlen Polytechnic University
“We had a great experience with CASN during the Nurse Practitioner (NP) Accreditation process. CASN was responsive and provided valuable information that guided us.” – Donna Martin and Cheryl Olfert, University of Manitoba
“We are proud of our CASN Accreditation, which reflects our NP program’s commitment to excellence. It has helped us to be successful in our proposal to double our student enrollment from 25 to 50 while maintaining a 100% Canadian Nurse Practitioner Examination (CNPE) pass rate.” – Donna Martin and Cheryl Olfert, University of Manitoba
“For our graduates aiming to work as NPs in the United States in the future, CASN Accreditation is crucial, as it’s recognized by key U.S. institutions.” – Donna Martin and Cheryl Olfert, University of Manitoba
“Joining the NP Accreditation program was a wise decision, offering significant benefits at an affordable cost. Overall, CASN Accreditation has been an invaluable asset to our program.” – Donna Martin and Cheryl Olfert, University of Manitoba
“CASN NP accreditation gives me confidence that our program meets the highest standards. It protects our students, safeguards the public, and upholds the reputation of our profession.” – Dr. D. Stewart MacLennan PhD, NP., University of Alberta