About NMNEC
The New Mexico Nursing Education Consortium (NMNEC) is a voluntary coming together of New Mexico state- and tribal-funded nursing education programs who have chosen to collaborate with and support each other to provide quality nursing education throughout New Mexico.
This collaborative work is done by faculty and leaders of the participating nursing education programs with contributions from supportive individuals and organizations. Currently, the work of NMNEC consists of:
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Supporting NMNEC program leaders and faculty by providing structure and resources needed to collaboratively respond to nursing education challenges.
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Collecting and analyzing NMNEC-wide program evaluation data from NMNEC faculty, students, and programs to inform NMNEC decision-making.
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Exploring and developing options that create pathways for New Mexicans to enter nursing.
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Providing NMNEC programs and faculty with the necessary resources to implement and teach the NMNEC curriculum.
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Maintaining the quality of the common statewide NMNEC pre-licensure RN curriculum (ADN and BSN) through continuous faculty review that the curriculum is responding to changes in healthcare and is in alignment with state regulations and national accreditation standards as well as current health care practices.
NMNEC Vision
Through collaborative partnerships, we lead the advancement of accessible, high-quality, and resource-efficient nursing education to strengthen New Mexico’s nursing workforce.
Approved 05.14.2025 | NMNEC Leadership Council
NMNEC Mission
Through voluntary collaboration among participating public and tribal nursing programs in New Mexico, we support the delivery of accessible and high-quality nursing education that prepares a qualified and ethical nursing workforce to meet New Mexico’s varied healthcare needs.
Approved 05.14.2025 | NMNEC Leadership Council
NMNEC Values
Approved 03.11.2021; Reviewed 04.11.2025 | NMNEC Leadership Council
NMNEC Goals
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Expand accessible pathways into nursing education across New Mexico.
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Foster a nursing workforce that reflects the communities of New Mexico.
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Increase the number of nurses with BSN and graduate degrees in New Mexico, enhancing healthcare delivery across the state.
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Support the maintenance of a high-quality, relevant statewide nursing curricula that aligns with state requirements and national accreditation standards.
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Ensure the long-term financial, operational, and collaborative sustainability of NMNEC to support its statewide impact through strategic innovation and partnership.