Villanova University M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).
Continuing Education
Building on the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing’s NLN designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education, it is the mission of the Continuing Education Program in Nursing and Healthcare to provide innovative education experiences that inspire self-discovery, promote individual professional advancement and elevate organizational performance.
NEW! Coming Spring 2023
Certificate in Healthcare Design & Innovation
For business professionals entering the industry or healthcare professionals looking to expand their understanding of business. Offers perspective on the future of healthcare. Learn more.
COPE
Learn more about our MacDonald Center for Obesity Prevention and Education. The Center is to serve as a model for education and research that promotes healthy weight management and the prevention and reduction of obesity-related diseases across the lifecycle.
Questions? Contact CE Progam Coordinator Louisa Zullo at 610.519.4930 or louisa.zullo@villanova.edu.
Mandatory CE
Continuing education is mandatory for Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware RN relicensure. Please see your State Board Website for specific requirements:
Accreditation Information
Villanova University Fitzpatrick College of Nursing / Center for Obesity Prevention and Education (COPE) is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).