A professional who directs activities concerned with maintaining educational standards established by board of nursing or other legally authorized agency. Responsibilities include:

• Participates in development and implementation of philosophy, purpose, policies, and plans of board of agency, and consults with and advises administrators of nursing schools in regard to curricula and facilities for instruction.
• Plans and conducts surveys of nursing schools and advises institutions desiring to establish schools on policies and procedures.
• Maintains current and comprehensive records and reports and keeps informed on trends and developments within the profession.
• May assist with administrative functions.