ACEN is a newly formed network of interested practitioners and researchers involved in work integrated learning in Australia. Collaborative Education currently exists in various forms including internships, cooperative education, work placements, community based learning, clinical rotations and sandwich year. ACEN provides peer support and opportunities to share good practice in collaborative education on a national level with associated international links.A database of interested practitioners is maintained by the Australian Collaborative Education Network and registered members will be notified of state, national and international activities.