ACCCN Course Endorsement is a mark of quality that recognises education programs aligned with the standards of Australia’s peak body for critical care nursing.

Endorsed providers gain formal recognition from the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN), strengthening the credibility, visibility and professional trust of their course among critical care nurses nationwide.

ACCCN endorsement supports providers in demonstrating alignment with contemporary critical care nursing practice and professional expectations across the Australian healthcare sector.

Why seek ACCCN endorsement?
For universities and education providers, ACCCN endorsement provides a meaningful point of difference and demonstrates a commitment to delivering high-quality critical care nursing education.

Endorsement can help providers:

• Strengthen course credibility and professional recognition
• Build trust with prospective students and employers
• Demonstrate alignment with contemporary critical care nursing standards
• Increase visibility within the critical care nursing community
• Enhance promotion of endorsed programs through association with ACCCN

Benefits of ACCCN Endorsement
Once endorsed, providers may:

• Display the ACCCN logo on their website and endorsed course materials
• Use the statement:“This program is endorsed by the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses”
• Promote their program as an ACCCN Endorsed Course
• Have their course listed on the ACCCN website as an ACCCN Endorsed Provider

Endorsement Criteria
To be considered for endorsement, providers must submit evidence demonstrating how their program meets ACCCN endorsement standards.

Full criteria are outlined in the ACCCN Critical Care Program Endorsement Criteria document.

Endorsement Fee
$2,500 + GST
Valid for three years
The endorsement fee is payable upon submission and is non-refundable.

How to Apply
Complete the submission form below and provide supporting evidence demonstrating how your program meets the endorsement criteria.

ACCCN Course Endorsement Submission Form

Following submission:

1. An invoice for the endorsement fee will be issued
2. Once payment has been received, your application and supporting evidence will be submitted to the ACCCN Course Endorsement Review Panel
3. The panel will assess your submission against the endorsement criteria
4. You will be advised of the outcome following review

Enquiries
For further information regarding ACCCN Course Endorsement, please contact us on either 1800 357 968 or at admin@acccn.com.au.