The National Network of Health Career Programs in Two-Year Colleges (NN2) brings together health education leaders from community and technical colleges across the U.S. As the sole interdisciplinary organization focused specifically on two-year health career programs, we create a unique space for collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Our mission is to support educators and administrators in advancing the quality of health career education, shaping a better-prepared healthcare workforce for the future.
Driving Health Career Education Forward
NN2 plays an essential role in enhancing the value of health career programs nationwide. By connecting professionals across two-year colleges, we create opportunities for the exchange of ideas and resources that help develop modern, effective health education curricula. Our network encourages collaboration between institutions, allowing educators to share their expertise and adopt new strategies to address the evolving needs of students and the healthcare industry. We foster an environment where innovative solutions to challenges in health career education emerge and thrive.
Leadership development is a key focus of our work. Through workshops, conferences, and other professional development opportunities, we empower educators, deans, and program directors to excel in their current roles and grow into influential leaders in health education. Our support ensures that health career programs remain vibrant, forward-thinking, and capable of addressing the shifting landscape of healthcare.
Advocacy and Policy Engagement
We actively represent the interests of two-year colleges offering health career programs on matters such as accreditation, workforce training, and federal regulations. We work with policy makers, accreditation bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure that the unique perspectives and challenges of two-year programs are considered in national discussions. Our advocacy efforts are designed to make sure these programs receive the resources, recognition, and regulatory support needed to continue preparing the healthcare professionals of tomorrow.
Beyond education policy, we engage with organizations in healthcare and higher education to further develop policies that benefit students, educators, and the broader healthcare community. By collaborating with these groups, we help influence the direction of health career education in ways that enhance program quality and ensure better outcomes for students.
A Resource for Health Career Programs
The National Network of Health Career Programs in Two-Year Colleges is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in health career education at two-year colleges. Our members benefit from access to cutting-edge research, tools for accreditation, and a network of professionals who share the same goals and challenges. Whether you’re looking for guidance on regulatory issues, new curriculum ideas, or insights into the latest trends in health career education, we provide the support and expertise needed to excel.
We believe in creating a space where every health career program can thrive, no matter the challenges it faces. Our community-driven approach helps institutions stay ahead in a constantly changing healthcare landscape, offering real-world solutions to the issues that matter most to educators and students alike.
Join NN2 and Shape the Future of Health Career Education
As a member of our network, you’ll be part of a national movement to strengthen health career education at the two-year college level. Engage with like-minded professionals, share your experiences, and collaborate on initiatives that impact the future of healthcare. We are here to help you navigate the complexities of health career education, from accreditation to workforce development, while providing the tools and resources to ensure your program’s success.
Together, we are building a more connected, innovative, and effective health education system that prepares students for meaningful careers in healthcare. Join us today and become part of the future of health career education.