The Vice Deanship for Academic Affairs (VDAA) assists the college in achieving the goals of the nursing programs, and is concerned with all matters related to academic affairs. The VDAA creates a professional work environment, which enhances culture of teamwork. It also supports creativity, innovations, and initiatives that will improve the performance of the college. The VDAA focuses on attaining a full national accreditation upon fulfilment of academic standards, specifically those related to learning and teaching. Obtaining a national accreditation award is the primary goal of the College of Nursing. The VDAA works in coordination with the heads of departments and college committees to achieve this goal. Curriculum development in nursing education is currently one of the VDAA’s priorities. Achieving excellence in learning and teaching and improving academic advising enable students to receive education based on the International Standard Classification of Education.  With great effort, the VDAA focuses on achieving the ultimate goals of King Saud University. These goals are aimed at promoting lifelong learning opportunities for the society, with unprecedented support from his excellency, the university president, and in accordance with the directions of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Allah bless him, in the development of education.