The 2026 Nurse Educators Conference in the Rockies

Main Conference is officially *SOLD OUT!*

Thank you to everyone who registered — we can’t wait to learn, connect, and recharge together in Breckenridge.

If you didn’t get a spot, don’t worry! You can still join the waitlist, and we’ll reach out if space opens up

There are still open spaces for the amazing Preconferences on Monday and Tuesday

The wait is over our conference agenda is live, and it’s packed with insights, innovation, and inspiration you won’t want to miss!

CHECK OUT THE 2026 NEC AGENDA

(Please keep in mind that sessions, room locations, etc. are subject to change! )

Agenda

What to Expect at NEC

Agenda and Session Presentations

Keynote Speakers

Pre-Conference Speakers

New This Year - NEC Book Club

Whova - Conference App

Meet the NEC Planning Committee

Request for Research Participants

Lodging and Travel for NEC

Lodging and Travel Information

Making the Most of Your Time at NEC

Explore Breckenridge Colorado

High Altitude Preparation

Attendee Registration and Abstract Information

Registration and Attendee Information

Abstract Submission Information

Support the Nurse Educators Conference

Exhibiting at NEC

Sponsoring NEC

New This Year - Oxygen Sponsor of the Day

CHARTING OUR TRUE NORTH: Navigating the Future of Nursing Education

Charting our True North: Navigating the Future of Nursing Education captures the essence of guiding the future of nursing education with clarity, purpose, and direction. It reflects the vital role that nursing educators play in charting the path forward, navigating the evolving challenges of healthcare, and ensuring that nursing professionals remain grounded in their core values, even in uncertain times.

Why Join the 2026 NEC?

MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS: Meet over 300 fellow nurse educators from
across the country and engage in networking & shared learning!

TIMELY TOPICS: Deep dive into the most important and pressing issues facing
nursing education with 50+ diverse presentations to choose from!

UNMATCHED BEAUTY & HISTORY: Soak in the spectacular beauty of the
Colorado Rockies in the summer and see why people have chosen the NEC for
over 30 years!

Attendees Say...

"NEC is one of the best nurse educator conferences I have
attended. The selection of sessions was excellent and it was
hard to choose only one for each time slot. I appreciate having access to the notes from the other sessions. The conference was well organized and the staff was so helpful. Good selection of vendors and the cost is affordable compared to other conferences. I will be back!"

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"I thoroughly enjoyed every session that I attended. I will change my teaching practices based on this conference, and I will highly recommend it to my colleagues back at my college. This conference was invigorating and inspiring."

"I had an amazing time meeting the other educators.

This conference will no doubt change the trajectory of my career."

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Nurse Educators Conference Scholarship Fund

Centennial Area Health Education Center would like to provide up to five need-based scholarships to nurse educators or aspiring nurse educators to attend the Nurse Educators Conference in the Rockies where they can learn best teaching practices from and network with fellow nurse educators.

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