Huntington University Nursing Receives 10-Year Reaccreditation
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education grants HU full reaccreditation of nursing program
HUNTINGTON, Ind. — Huntington University’s Department of Nursing has received a full 10-year reaccreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Huntington stands as a leading nursing program in Indiana, with the reaccreditation coming on the heels of data showing HU’s excellence in progressing nursing students through the program.
“Receiving another full 10-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education is a significant affirmation of the quality and integrity of Huntington University’s nursing programs,” said Jodi Eckert, director of nursing. “This recognition reflects the commitment of our faculty, staff, students, clinical partners and University leadership to excellence in nursing education and to preparing graduates who are ready to lead and serve in an increasingly complex healthcare environment.”
“The accreditation process is thorough and rigorous, and our program achieved every standard without exception,” said Dr. Luke Fetters, vice president of academic affairs and dean of the faculty. “Regional health care employers consistently affirm that Huntington University nursing graduates are well-prepared to hit the ground running as they begin their nursing career.”
The reaccreditation also further strengthens the ongoing partnership between HU’s program and Parkview Health, where students complete clinical work for the program.
“Parkview is proud to partner with Huntington University in preparing the next generation of compassionate, highly skilled nurses,” said Juli Johnson, chief nursing and healthcare markets executive of Parkview Health. “This reaccreditation reflects the strength of the University’s program and its commitment to student success. Since the program’s inception, we’ve built a strong partnership, with Huntington University serving as an important pipeline of practice-ready nurses — many of whom complete most of their clinical rotations with us. We are grateful for the University’s leadership and look forward to continuing our work together to expand access to high-quality nursing education and strengthen the pipeline of future caregivers.”
Another key achievement for the program is the strength of data received regarding National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rates.
Huntington boasts both high first-time pass rates and matriculation rates, an unusually strong combination among Indiana programs. This indicates most students are progressing through the program successfully, reach NCLEX eligibility and pass the NCLEX on the first attempt.
The consistently strong matriculation and graduation percentages highlight the program’s dedication to student success, with an emphasis on supporting students through the academic process to achieve their goals.
“We are incredibly proud of the outcomes our students and faculty continue to achieve across both the traditional BSN and accelerated BSN programs,” Eckert said. “While first-time NCLEX pass rates are an important measure of success, our data also demonstrate exceptionally strong student progression and graduation rates, reflecting the strength of our programs across the entire educational experience. These outcomes speak not only to academic excellence, but to the dedication, support and community that define nursing education at Huntington University.”
