What role do policy and accreditation bodies play?
Policy and accreditation bodies like the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and the Institute of Medicine (IOM) are pivotal in setting educational standards and advocating for a more highly educated nursing workforce. Initiatives such as the "80% BSN by 2020" recommendation by the IOM encourage institutions to prioritize BSN education. Accreditation bodies can also mandate BSN requirements for certain positions, influencing the demand for higher education in nursing.
