The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) has awarded Kaplan University's School of Nursing and Health Care national professional accreditation for its online Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

According to University officials, Kaplan's online nursing program is among the first college online university programs to be accredited by the CCNE. The school's Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a requirement for most nurses seeking career advancement opportunities. The Kaplan program focuses on preparing registered nurses for leadership positions within the health care field and sets the stage for further educational pursuit should student's desire to seek an advanced degree.

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education is affiliated with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The CCNE first began accrediting nursing programs at both the undergraduate and graduate level in 1998. Kaplan University's Bachelor of Science nursing program is one of 677 to be accredited by the commission.

In addition to oversight of the University, Kaplan Inc. has become one of the world's leading educational providers. The company offers test prep services, higher education programs and various forms of professional training in America and around the world.

As part of Kaplan Inc., Kaplan University now provides educational services to more than 23,000 students through its online and traditional on campus course offerings.