3D: Strengthening Alabama’s Nursing Pipeline: A Statewide ABN–ACCS Partnership for Stackable Credentials and Workforce Resilience

Thursday, September 24 | 8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 

Alabama’s ABN–ACCS partnership embeds stackable credentials into the first three nursing semesters, enabling CNA, NST, MAC, and LPN eligibility while students progress academically. This early workforce entry boosts confidence, readiness for high-acuity care, and disaster preparedness. The model strengthens workforce capacity and builds a resilient pipeline toward advanced nursing education.

Presenters : 

Danielle Baker, DNP, RN, CNE | University of Alabama at Birmingham

Brittney Humphres, MSN, RN | Northwest Shoals Community College (NWSCC)

Kenneth Kirkland, Ph D, RN, NRP | Alabama Board of Nursing