With more than 350 nursing schools in the country and with the demand for nursing professionals abroad, the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) plays an important role in assuring the quality of the nursing education, from the undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to the Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing.

An association established in 1959, the ADPCN has collaborated with the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) and the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) in reviewing and revising the curricula so that the competencies required of nurses in other countries will be covered and the full crediting of degrees obtained locally in as many countries possible will be achieved.

The ADPCN, celebrates its golden anniversary with the holding of its Annual Convention on October 13-15, 2009 at the historic landmark Manila Hotel with the theme “ADPCN @ 50: Milestones and Breakthroughs.” A highlight of the convention will be the launching of a Golden Jubilee book and a testimonial to ADPCN leaders and partners. Distinguished speakers will present scholarly papers on fiscal management in nursing administration, mentoring in a teaching-learning environment, and global opportunities for resource management, among others. An interactive session will be held with the Board of Nursing of the Professional Regulations Commission.

We congratulate the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing, led by its President, Dean Carmelita C. Divinagracia, the Over-all Convention Chair, Dean Leonora N. Reyes, other Officers and Members, on the occasion of their 50th Founding Anniversary and Annual Convention. We wish them success in all their endeavors.