The Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) - the national accrediting body for nursing education in Canada - has awarded the UWindsor Faculty of Nursing the maximum seven-year accreditation for the new collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN), honours, and registered practical nurse pathway to BScN programs that were rolled out in 2019.
The maximum seven-year accreditation is the highest possible term, given to programs that exceed expectations, recognizing exemplary faculty, a robust curriculum, outstanding student support, and a commitment to innovation and improvement.
This recognition reflects the faculty's commitment to advancing high standards in nursing education, research, and the student experience, says Debbie Sheppard-LeMoine, dean of the Faculty of Nursing. The UWindsor BScN program offers a personalized and supportive pathway to developing skilled and compassionate health-care professionals.
As part of the seven-year accreditation process, the Faculty of Nursing completed a rigorous self-study and hosted a comprehensive on-site review by the CASN Accreditation Bureau.
"This remarkable achievement is directly linked to the dedication, innovation, and excellence of our students, faculty, staff, collaborative college partners at St. Clair College and Lambton College, clinical agencies, community partners, and the University of Windsor community as a whole," Dr. Sheppard-LeMoine says. "Together, we have created a learning, practice, and research environment that stands as a national example. We have much to be proud of!"
Recently ranked among the top 20 nursing programs in Canada in Maclean's reputational and research survey, the University of Windsor continues to distinguish itself as a leader in developing the next generation of nurses who are ready to meet the evolving needs of health-care systems across Canada and beyond.
