When there is a need, we find ways to fulfill that need! One was through the establishment of The National Consortium for Nursing Academic Coaches (NCNAC). The organization was started in 2021 to connect educators in nursing academia looking for help in supporting their nursing students through academic coaching or student success.
According to NCNAC’s Founder and President, Kendall Henderson, the goal of the consortium is to advance excellence in nursing academic student support, empowering educators and students to reach their academic and professional goals. The coaching role is broadly defined and includes nursing faculty or staff that help nursing students with topics such as studying skills, time management, test taking, or general life skills.
“The consortium works to fill in gaps in support for nursing academic coaches, as well as to support one another through research and collaboration. NCNAC is currently composed of over 300 nursing educators from 48 states in the U.S.,” said Henderson, assistant clinical professor and academic coach at AUCON.
"To foster nursing education excellence, we dedicate ourselves to empowering students through personalized coaching, innovative teaching methods, and evidence-based practices. By creating a collaborative environment, we create opportunities for students to thrive, embrace lifelong learning, and achieve their full potential. Together, we advance the field of nursing education by promoting research, sharing best practices, and advocating for continuous improvement.
“We believe in a student-centered approach to academic coaching with a focus on supporting individualistic learning styles, educational and career goals, and holistic wellness.
“We are in the process of planning our first NCNAC Annual Conference to be held this year on the Auburn University Campus,” Henderson added.
