Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP)
Elevate your nurse residency or fellowship program to the highest standard through accreditation!
The ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) sets the global standard for residency or fellowship programs that transition registered nurses (RNs) .With ANCC evidence-based criteria your program demonstrates excellence in transitioning nurses to new practice settings.
ANCC accredits the following types of transition programs:
- RN Residencies — For nurses with less than 12 months' experience
- RN Fellowships — For experienced nurses to master new clinical settings
Get Started Today!
Download the PTAP Application Manual to review the accreditation criteria.
Download the free gap analysis tool to assess your readiness!
DOWNLOAD GAP ANALYSIS TOOL NOW
Attend an Information Session to learn more about ANCC PTAP today! Register here
- April 22, 2025 at 1 pm EST
- August 28, 2025 at 1 pm EST
- October 23, 2025 at 1 pm EST
Attend a Journey to Accreditation Webinar. Hear from an accredited program. Register here
- April 23, 2025 at 2 pm EST
- September 10, 2025 at 2:30 pm EST
Attend an ANCC PTAP Introductory Workshop!