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ANCC Professional Development and Practice Summit: Leading, Learning

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ANCC Professional Development and Practice Summit: Leading Learning™ Spring 2026

A dynamic convergence of leaders, ideas, and innovations committed to revolutionizing professional growth and practice transitions

Join us at the ANCC Professional Development and Practice Summit: Leading Learning™ as we lead the way in professional growth and revolutionize the future of nursing practice with our newly formed integrated event.

Don't miss this opportunity to:

Engage with global leaders and innovators
Shape the professional practice of nursing
Learn with more professional development and practice transitions opportunities

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Event Essentials

NCPD Summit Details at a Glance

Everything You Need to Know for a Rewarding Experience

Join us at the ANCC NCPD Summit for an immersive 2-day event! Experience firsthand the impact of Leading Learning in NCPD Accreditation as we guide you in elevating nursing professional practice and shaping the future of nursing. It's a high-energy experience where you'll gain valuable insights on enhancing the professional practice of nurses – at all stages and all roles - in your organization.

This year we will explore the crucial connection between well-being and nursing professional development. We will showcase how to embed human skills into learning, as they are essential to the nursing profession, ensuring they are irreplaceable in the face of artificial intelligence. By the end, you'll walk away feeling empowered, engaged, and energized.

Learn from your peers as they share best practices in accredited education, team-based learning, Competency-Based education, and wellness initiatives. Join a global community of practice that leverages accredited professional development to foster change and attain significant results in the world of nursing. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

ACCRED Talks (ANCC’s version of TED Talks) highlighting NCPD best practices
Scholarship Roadshow showcasing NCPD research, quality improvement, or evidence-based practice with measurable impact
Times UP demonstrates how Outcome-Based CE© has been used to enhance professional development
Team Spirit presentations displays the impact of team-based learning
Well-being in Nursing focus on nurturing the nurturer and the critical link between well-being of nurses and their continuous professional growth

The ANCC NCPD Summit is an inspiring and fun filled event that will stimulate you to perform at the top of your NPD practice! Come to the 2024 NCPD Summit to learn how to leverage the NCPD Accreditation framework to enhance your practice in accredited NCPD, foster an environment of professional development, growth, and learning for the nursing community.

Reignite your passion for NCPD through a fun-filled, inspiring, and motivating learning environment.
Delve into NCPD models that disrupt traditional models of learning.
Explore the importance of diversity and mindfulness to elevate the planning and delivery of NCPD.
Identify imaginative active learning strategies that will excite learners and lead to meaningful and impactful NCPD.

ANCC Accredited Provider Program Directors and Nurse Planners
Nursing Professional Development (NPD) practitioners and specialists in residency, fellowship, and specialty practice areas.
Nurse faculty, or nursing students in Colleges/Universities with a focus on NPD or nursing education.
Nursing leaders (managers, directors, CNOs, and academic Deans or Program Chairs)
NPDs in organizations that have Joint Accreditation
Nurses from organizations that are on the accreditation journey in NCPD or thinking about becoming accredited
Magnet, Pathway, and PTAP Program Directors
Facilitators of learning preceptors and clinical faculty

Program Agenda Day 1:

Monday, October 28

8:30am - 9:00am	Registration Open
9:00am - 9:30am	Opening/Welcome Program Team, Jennifer Graebe, DRPH, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
9:30am - 11:00am	How Nurses Change the World: The Enduring Power of the Human Relationship Sarah DiGregorio
11:00am - 11:20am	Wellness Activity Sponsored by Elsevier
11:20am - 12:30pm	AccredTalks Part 1
12:30pm - 1:30pm	Lunch
1:30pm - 2:45pm	Team Spirit and Scholarship Roadshow
2:45pm - 3:15pm	Snack Break and Poster Viewing
3:15pm - 4:40pm	Well-Being in Nursing
4:40pm - 5:00pm	Share Circle NCPD Program Team

Program Agenda Day 2:

Tuesday, October 29

8:30am - 9:00am	Registration Open
9:00am - 9:10am	Welcome
9:10am - 10:15am	Empowering Nurse Educators in the Age of AI Dominic Slauson
10:15am - 11:15am	AccredTalks, Part 2
11:15am - 11:20pm	Stretch Break
11:20pm - Noon	Premier Award
Noon - 1:00pm	Lunch
1:00pm - 2:30pm	Hands On With Generative AI: Practical Applications for Nurse Educators Dominic Slauson
2:30pm - 3:00pm	Snack Break and Poster Viewing
3:00pm - 3:35pm	Times UP OB-CE©
3:35pm - 4:00pm	Self-Care Practices: Stress-Reduction Techniques Denise Felsenstein
4:00pm - 4:30pm	Closing Keynote

Schedule of Events:

Welcome activity! 
Keynote Speaker: Sarah DiGregorio
Plenary Speaker: More information coming soon 
Working Sessions: More information coming soon 
Premier Award Celebration (sponsored by Dossier)

Abstract Presentations: 

ACCRED Talks: Best Practices in NCPD 
Scholarship Roadshow 
Times UP: Outcomes-Based CE 
Team Spirit: Team-based learning 
Well-being in Nursing and Professional Development

*Order of events subject to change  

$ 579

Regular Registration
Summit Only

Full Access: Enjoy two days of immersive, high-energy sessions and networking.

Expert Insights: Learn from ACCRED Talks, Scholarship Roadshows, and Times UP presentations.

Engagement: Participate in interactive learning and discussions on cutting-edge NCPD practices.

$ 529

Discounted Rate for ANA Members Summit Only

Full Access: Enjoy two days of immersive, high-energy sessions and networking.

Expert Insights: Learn from ACCRED Talks, Scholarship Roadshows, and Times UP presentations.

Engagement: Participate in interactive learning and discussions on cutting-edge NCPD practices.

Grateful Acknowledgment

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors

Your Support Elevates the Impact of The ANCC NCPD Summit

Special Events

magnet-program-guidance_527x300 — Getting Started: Magnet Program Guidance

Sunday, October 27 8:30am – 5:00pm

ncpd_527x300-2 — 2024 ANCC NCPD
Summit

Monday, October 28 – 29 9:00am – 5:00pm

pathway-journey_527x300 — Pathway Program Guidance:
The Journey

Monday, October 28 8:00am – 5:00pm

magnet-international_527x300 — Getting Started:
Int'l Magnet Program

Monday, October 28 8:30am – 5:00pm

pathway-directors_527x300 — Pathway Program Directors'
Meeting

Tuesday, October 29 8:30am – Noon

magnet-directors_527x300 — Magnet Program Directors'
Meeting

Tuesday, October 29 1:00pm – 4:00pm

magnet-international-forum_527x300 — Magnet International
Forum

Tuesday, October 29 5:30am – 7:00pm

anf-dinner_527x300 — ANF President's
Dinner

Tuesday, October 29 6:30pm – 9:00pm

event-thumbnails-placeholder — ANCC Presidents
Reception

Tuesday, October 29 6:00pm – 7:30pm

welcome-party_527x300 — ANCC Magnet/Pathway Welcome Party

Wednesday, October 30 7:30pm – 10:30pm

Introduction to NCPD

Navigating the Landscape of Nursing Professional Development

Explore the Essentials of NCPD for Enhanced Nursing Practice

Join us on October 28-29^th in New Orleans for the 2024 ANCC Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) Summit! This inspiring and fun-filled event will be held in conjunction with the 2024 ANCC National Magnet Conference^® and ANCC Pathway to Excellence Conference^®.

ANCC NCPD SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS

Inspiring Keynote Speakers
Interactive Sessions: Dive into Competency-Based education, well-being strategies, and best practices in accreditation for learner-centric education.
2024 NCPD Premier Award Celebration
Global Networking: Connect with a niche community of NPD professionals worldwide.
Earn Up to 16 CNE Credits* to enhance your professional portfolio.
Peer Insights: Learn best practices in NCPD and Joint Accreditation from industry leaders.

ANCC Professional Development and Practice Summit: Leading, Learning

ANCC Professional Development and Practice Summit: Leading Learning™ Spring 2026

NCPD Summit Details at a Glance