Trying to decide which conferences and events to attend? We’ve compiled a helpful list of nursing education events happening throughout the year to help you align your conference choices with your professional goals.
Nursing conferences provide more than continuing education credits. They’re a great way for nurse educators, students, and healthcare professionals to stay current with evidence-based teaching strategies, simulation technology, and the latest policy updates that shape the future of nursing education. They also create opportunities to connect with peers, mentors, and leaders, allowing participants to expand their professional networks and share best practices. By attending, you can gain fresh perspectives, develop practical skills for the classroom and clinical setting, and strengthen your professional development as a student, faculty member, or nursing leader.
Whether you’re a student, faculty member, researcher, administrator, or dean, attending nursing education conferences helps you connect with colleagues and learn about the latest research and trends from experienced nursing educators and active professionals.
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The Largest Nursing Education Conferences
National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties Conference*
April 15-19, 2026
Dallas, TX
Explore the future landscape of Nurse Practitioner (NP) education at the upcoming NONPF conference. Attendees explore topics such as adapting learning environments for NP faculty and student well-being, integrating competencies crucial for navigating complex healthcare systems, and fostering career-spanning development for NP faculty.
National Nurse Educator Summit
April 26-29, 2026
Tuscon, AZ
A leading industry conference featuring nursing professionals from across the US who share a passion for education and lifelong learning, the National Nurse Educator Summit offers three days of helpful sessions, interactive workshops, and exciting networking opportunities to help you grow as a professional in your field.
Social Mission Alliance (SMA) Conference
March 30-31, 2026
Los Angeles, CA
Conference leaders, experts, and advocates share new strategies and tools, identify and address challenges, and organize to create meaningful change. Attendees from across the healthcare spectrum engage in conversations on top issues related to health equity and social justice, with topics such as social determinants of health, community engagement, reducing inequities, workforce diversity, and value-based healthcare.
Nurse Educators Conference
June 22-26, 2026
Beaver Run Resort, Breckenridge, CO
The 2026 conference theme, “Charting our True North: Navigating the Future of Nursing Education,” speaks to clarity, purpose, and direction and the need for nurse educators to embrace change. Take the time to develop your ability to adapt to change, think critically, and continuously engage in professional development.
International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Conference
June 10-13, 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
Dedicated to the advancement of simulation as an integral part of nursing education, INACSL covers the latest innovations, research, and best practices in clinical simulation at this yearly gathering of 600+ nurse educators and nursing professionals.
International Nursing Research Congress*
July 16-18, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Join 800+ nursing students, researchers, and clinicians focused on evidence-based research practices at this annual event. Get a boost in nursing knowledge, skills, and overall practice while you enjoy Seattle’s incredible views and food at this unique nursing conference. The new theme is “Representing Nursing Globally Through Dissemination of Research and Evidence.”
National League for Nursing Education Summit
September 23-25, 2026
Washington, DC
The NLN Education Summit invites nurse educators from around the world to discover and discuss trending topics impacting the nursing education profession and discover new strategies and solutions to address day-to-day challenges in the field.
AACN Academic Nursing Leadership Conference*
October 25-27, 2026
Washington, DC
Hundreds of nursing educators, leaders, and professionals attend AACN’s annual Academic Nursing Leadership Conference to connect and discuss critical issues in nursing education, research, and practice.
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Annual Convention
November 12-14, 2026
San Antonio, TX
A platform for nursing educators, administrators, and professionals to meet, share insights, discuss advancements in nursing education, and address issues relevant to associate degree nursing.
Nursing Education Conferences Focused on Students
AACN Student Policy Summit
March 30-31, 2026
Washington, DC
Available to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students enrolled at AACN member institutions, 2,000+ nursing students attend this conference to learn how federal legislation gets written and passed and discuss ways to advocate for the nursing profession in Congress.
National Student Nurses Association Annual Convention*
April 8-11, 2026
Houston, TX
More than 3,000 nursing students and faculty members attend this event to connect, learn about employment opportunities as future nurses, discover new learning tools, learn about products they’ll use in their careers and more.
Nursing Education Conferences for Faculty, Administrators, and Deans
AACN Deans Annual Meeting
March 29-31, 2026
Washington, DC
This 350+ attendee event, open exclusively to the primary deans, chairs, and directors of AACN-Member Schools of Nursing, is excellent for networking and discussing issues related to legislation, funding, and organizations to assist institutions.
Association of Community Health Nursing Educators Annual Institute
June 4-6, 2026
Spokane, WA
This annual event brings together nursing educators, students, nurses, and public health leaders focused on public and community health to provide a scholarly and supportive experience for those committed to excellence and innovation in community, public, and population health, as well as nursing education, research, and practice.
Transform
December 3-5, 2026
Indianapolis, IN
A gathering of nursing faculty featuring key thought leaders to redefine how nurses are educated and how they practice, this conference encourages attendees to network with colleagues and attend presentations on the most important trends and innovations in nursing and nursing education.
Regional Nursing Education Conferences in the US
Georgia Association for Nursing Education Conference
February 12-14, 2026
Greensboro, GA
This Georgia-based nursing educators conference gives regional nursing professionals the opportunity to come together and learn about issues and trends related to nursing education in their state.
California Organization of Associate Degree Nursing Conference
October 10-13, 2026
Monterey, CA
Faculty, directors, and deans from California’s associate degree nursing programs go to this conference to share best practices, network, and offer new ideas for associate degree nursing programs in the region.
North Carolina Associate Degree Nursing Conference*
April 8-10, 2026
Wrightsville Beach, NC
Nursing educators in North Carolina hear from a range of engaging presenters at this annual conference focusing on professional development and peer networking.
Oregon Consortium for Nursing Education
May 7-8, 2026
Roseburg, Oregon
Featuring sessions for faculty, administrators, and deans from nursing schools in Oregon, OCNE holds a statewide faculty meeting on May 8 and a nursing conference on May 9.
Kentucky League of Nursing Annual Nurse Educator Conference and Meeting
May 21-22, 2026
Louisville, KY
The Kentucky League of Nursing’s Annual Nurse Educator Conference and Meeting focuses on nursing educators who work in Kentucky and want to discuss innovative teaching strategies, consider strategies for assessing students’ clinical judgment, review different assessment strategies, and more.
Ohio League for Nursing Education Summit
March 19-20, 2026
Columbus, OH
Ohio-based nursing educators attend this event to network, discuss issues facing the institutions in the state, and learn about effective teaching and assessment strategies.
Looking Ahead
Our goal is to raise awareness about these nursing education conferences to help educate and support you and your career. If you know of a major conference that isn’t on this list and would like us to add it, please email us at [email protected].
Key Takeaways
- Nursing conferences offer education, networking, and exposure to emerging teaching strategies and technologies.
- Events span students, faculty, administrators, and leaders across diverse nursing roles.
- Key themes include simulation, policy updates, research, and workforce development.
- Conferences are held nationwide and internationally throughout the year.
- Attending supports career growth, practical skill-building, and professional connections.
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