Which organization serves as the national voice for America's baccalaureate and higher-degree nursing education programs?

• A. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing
• B. The National League for Nursing
• C. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
• D. The American Nurses Association

Answer: (A)

This item tests which organization represents and voices nursing education at the bachelor’s and higher-degree levels. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing focuses specifically on baccalaureate and graduate nursing education, serving as the national advocate for standards, policy, and resources that strengthen these programs across colleges and universities. It also works with accrediting bodies to promote program quality for undergraduate through advanced nursing education.

The other groups have different primary roles: the National League for Nursing is broadly involved in nursing education and assessment; the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education is an accrediting body rather than a voice for education programs; and the American Nurses Association concentrates on the practice and policy needs of licensed nurses rather than higher education programs.