Raymond, NH – July 24, 2024 – The Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers is pleased to announce that Lamprey Health Care’s Family Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Program has been granted programmatic accreditation for the full period of three years, effective July 11, 2024.
“We are very excited to receive this recognition as we have operated the Fellowship since 2017 and have strived to develop a comprehensive workforce development program for Nurse Practitioners transitioning from education to practice,” stated Paula Smith, MBA, EdD, Administrative Program Director. This accreditation is a significant milestone, demonstrating the program's adherence to national standards for quality and its commitment to excellence in advanced practice provider education.
Public notice and a detailed news announcement regarding the accreditation are available on the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers’ website.
Commitment to Excellence
“The NP Fellowship Team has worked hard to document all the standards to showcase Lamprey Health Care’s commitment to developing the competence and confidence of new nurse practitioners,” shared Rosemary Smith, APRN, Clinical Director of the Fellowship.
By pursuing and achieving accreditation, Lamprey Health Care’s Family Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Program has shown its dedication to providing a high-quality educational experience for its fellows.
A three-year accreditation reflects the program's success in undergoing a rigorous peer review process. During the accreditation site visit on June 6-7, 2024, a team of surveyors, led by the Consortium, confirmed the program's commitment to quality, measurable outcomes, and accountability.
Accreditation Review
The surveyors found that Lamprey Health Care’s Family Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Program met all eight accreditation standards. The final report includes specific recommendations and opportunities for improvement, ensuring that the program continues to evolve and enhance its offerings.
About the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers
The Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers, federally recognized by the United States Department of Education (ED), is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body. Its mission is to support new and ongoing postgraduate training programs for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Associates, helping them achieve and maintain the highest standards of rigor and quality. This mission aligns with the broader goal of cultivating an expert healthcare workforce equipped to meet the needs of patients and society.
The Consortium’s accreditation process is both rigorous and collegial, incorporating continuous improvement and quality enhancement practices.
For more information, please visit the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers’ website, the Lamprey Health Care website at https://www.lampreyhealth.org or contact Carli Polanco - Program Coordinator, Lamprey Health Care NP Fellowship at cpolanco@snhahec.org.
