Certification by an external entity that an organization has met a set of standards. In NC, LMEs and providers are required to have national accreditation.
An official decision made by a recognized organization that a health care plan, network, or other delivery system complies with applicable standards. Note that accreditation may also refer to an endorsement of an individual practitioner's level of training or experience (see also, licensing) -- although it is important to note that neither accreditation nor licensing, when applied to individual practitioners, has any necessary relationship to actual clinical effectiveness or outcome.
Voluntary rating of criminal justice agencies by professional organizations that is designed to increase professionalism.
Recognized as maintaining standards that qualify the graduates for admission to high or more specialized institutions.
A process of external quality review and certification by a recognized body that evaluates individuals, colleges, universities and educational programs to assure they are performing the functions that they claim to be performing in a competent manner.
Formal recognition by an 'Accreditation Body'. As an example, the Accreditation of a testing lab certifies its competence to carry out specific tests or specific types of tests. source: ITU-T X.290 domain: OSI Conformance Testing usage: EU-P201
A professional status given to a health care provider by an organization in exchange for meeting a specific set of standards.
Validation by a group of persons that an educational institution or department within a school has been investigated and found worthy of approval. In the United States, a school volunteers to be accredited and the accrediting is done by private agencies. There is no central agency and the government does not have authority over the process.
Usually a professionally sponsored, voluntary process that provides a measure of an organization's quality and performance.
A formal declaration by the DAA that the AIS is approved to operate in a particular security mode using a prescribed set of safeguards. Accreditation is the official management authorization by a designated accreditation authority for operation of an automated information system in a particular security mode, using a prescribed set of safeguards based on the certification process, as well as other management considerations. The accreditation statement affixes security responsibility with the DAA and shows that due care has been taken for security.
The process whereby a private, governmentally authorized agency grants public recognition to an academic institution that meets standards of quality for higher education in a particular field, as determined through initial and subsequent periodic reviews. In the field of music, the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) is the only authorized accrediting agency empowered to accredit academic institutions offering music degrees in any area. Thus, NASM accreditation (or "NASM membership") signifies that all the music degrees offered by an academic institution have been evaluated by NASM and found to be consistent with national standards. Please note the following differences between NASM accreditation, NASM affirmation, and AMTA approval: NASM accredits an academic institution based on the quality of all of its music degree programs; NASM affirms an institution ineligible for NASM accreditation, based on the adequacy of its music resources for music therapy programs; AMTA approves an academic institution based on the quality of its music therapy programs only. See respective definitions.
For schools, a process of reviewing programs and resources to determine whether minimum standards are met. In 1990 the law was changed to replace accreditation for Kentucky's public schools with an accountability system for student learning. Districts or schools may voluntarily choose to seek accreditation from other agencies such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Accreditation of teachers means they have met standards for certification or licensure.
Certification by a duly recognized body of the facilities, capability, objectivity, competence and integrity of an agency, service, or operational group or individual to provide the specific service or operation needed.
Accreditation is official recognition of an organization or person to signify that certain standards of quality have been met. The process is carried out by a nationally recognized accrediting body that determines whether or not standards have been met.
This term means different things in different parts of the world. Most Universities and degree awarding establishments are accredited or licensed by a Government or Government agency to offer degree programs and award degrees. In some places Universities accredit other institutions to deliver parts or all of their programs . In many parts of the world independent accrediting organizations have been set up.In the USA and certain other areas the main accreditation body is the AACSB (See AACSB) whereas in the UK and parts of Europe AMBA (See AMBA) performs the same role.
A facility is accredited when a private, independent group has met certain quality standards. Compare with Certified.
The written formal management decision to approve and authorize an organization to operate a classified information system (IS) to process, store, transfer, or provide access to classified information.
Oklahoma City Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
(In the context of vocational qualifications) Ensuring that a qualification meets national requirements
Authorization and approval of a certified automated information system to process sensitive data.
A formal declaration by a VeriSign-designated approving authority that a particular information system, professional or other employee or contractor, or organization is approved to perform certain duties and to operate in a specific security mode, using a prescribed set of safeguards. ICANN insures that domain registrars are operating in a upstanding manner. Look for ICANN accredited registrars.
A determination by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics Inc. that an eligible organization satisfactorily complies with all applicable standards.
Accreditation is a way a university or its programs are measured against national standards. There are two kinds: university-wide and specialized. For UALR, accreditation of the entire University is done by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, one of several regional accrediting associations. This accreditation means, among other things, that your work at UALR will be recognized at any other accredited institution and vice versa. Degree programs with specialized accreditation are listed under "General Information" in this Catalog. Do not be surprised if your major field is not listed; many areas do not have accrediting agencies.
As a result of Service Providers applying quality assurance systems, the service purchaser's way of ensuring that the Service Specification is being met maybe to develop a 'preferred' list of providers. This is achieved through seeking evidence that purchasing standards are being applied.
Official authorization or approval; to provide with credentials; to send (an envoy) with letters of authorization; to recognize or vouch for as conforming with a standard; to recognize a college as maintaining academic standards; to consider or recognize as outstanding; approval given by various trade associations to a travel agency allowing the sale of tickets and other accommodations.
Approval by conferences or associations for allowing the sale of tickets and other travel services.
To authorize or give credentials to; to certify as meeting certain set standards e.g. a college accredited by an association.
A process whereby a health care organization (for example, an HMO or hospital) is evaluated by professional reviewers on the basis of a set of predetermined standards.
Granting of approval to an institution of learning by an official review board after the school has met specific requirements, ensuring that specific curricular standards are met.
The system of maintaining and approving standards at U.S. educational institutions, which is carried out by organizations called accrediting bodies or accrediting associations. Accreditation is defined by the U.S. Department of Education as "a status granted to an institution which indicates that it is meeting its mission and the standards of the association and seems likely to continue to meet that mission for the foreseeable future."
the type of recognition held by an educational institution. There are a number of nationally recognized accrediting agencies and associations which are reliable authorities on the quality of training offered by educational institutions. By voluntarily conforming to the standards of excellence set by an agency or association, an institution becomes eligible for inclusion in its accredited or approved list. Regional accrediting associations such as the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools accredit the institution as a whole; professional agencies such as the Engineering Council of Professional Development are concerned in particular with the standards of the professional schools or programs in their respective fields.
is the process for assessing and enhancing academic quality through peer review.
Refers to official recognition by State or Territory vocational education and training authorities concerning the contents and standards of a course. This is to ensure sound delivery methods and that curriculum and assessment methods will enable the achievement of the required competency and national standards.
the act of granting credit or recognition (especially with respect to educational institution that maintains suitable standards); "a commission is responsible for the accreditation of medical schools"
a consumer confidence program administered by the Tree Care Industry Association, America's oldest and most respected tree care trade association
a goal for most managed care organizations that aspire after a standard of excellence, external independent validation, and promotion of quality in the markeplace
a high institutional priority
a highly prized recognition of excellence
a highly valued and an important component of managed care marketing
a joint affair A certificate of an approved post-graduate training of at least two years
a mark of distinction for organizations that demonstrate their commitment to quality healthcare
a means of demonstrating to the Department of Transportation that your certification has been reviewed by a panel of impartial experts that have determined that your examination(s) has met stringent and appropriate testing standards
a nationally recognized evaluation that purchasers, regulators, and consumers can use to assess managed care plans
a nationally recognized standard
an evaluation that purchasers, regulators, and consumers can use to assess manage care plans
an external sign of excellence that can be used to assure parents and the public that the school is meeting standards and implementing a continuous improvement plan
an important milestone as it is a recognition of the international standing of our MBA programmes including our China MBA and EMBA programmes
an independent and objective measure of PacifiCare Behavioral Health's quality of care and service," said Jerry Vaccaro, M
an independent guarantee that we can provide customers with the best possible quality product and service and ensures they will return to use our services time and again'
an indication of quality assurance for the general public and differentiates the spa from others who have not secured such a rating
an outward sign that we have quality management systems in place to ensure our service levels will be maintained
a public declaration of constant educational improvement
a standardized, voluntary system of review with a fifty-year history
a system for recognizing educational institutions and professional programs for a level of performance, integrity, and quality that entitles them to the confidence of the educational community and public
a tool, but not a constitutional standard
a unique distinction among EAPs and attests that an organization meets the highest international standards for quality management and service delivery
a voluntary program and involves meeting rigorous professional standards set forth by the Commission
Certification by a non-governmental accrediting organization that a given healthcare provider meets that organizationâ€(tm)s standards.
Accreditation results from a successful completion of an inspection or audit by an accrediting body. Accreditation requires that the laboratory demonstrate and maintain good laboratory practices including chain-of-custody and evidence handling procedures. The gold standard for paternity tests is the accreditation provided by the American Association of Blood Banks.
An endorsement from an oversight organization indicating that the educational institution and/or academic degree program meets or exceeds specific measures of quality.
(for labs) - A formal process with assessment protocols with which a lab must comply to receive recognition of competence, quality, or conformance with a specific set of standards or regulations.
A certification by professional reviewers that shows an HMO has met a set of quality standards. The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is the largest health plan accreditation organization.
a formal means of recognizing an institution for maintaining standards that qualify the graduates for admission to higher institutions or for professional practice.
A process that refers to review of educational programs against certain standards. Programs are accredited, while individual physicians are licensed and certified. The accrediting process involves a review of certain written information, a self-study, a site visit to the educational program, and thoughtful consideration of the information by a review committee.
A formal recognition by an organization, which confirms that an insurance company meets the standards of the industry.
A formal process for evaluating the competence of a translator, which may include examinations, a review of education and experience, etc., conducted by a professional association, such as the American Translators Association.
Accreditation means the process of formal recognition of a course by the State or Territory course accrediting body in line with the AQTF Standards for State and Territory Registering/Course Accrediting Bodies. From AQTF Standards for RTOs
The accreditation process is a mechanism by which health care facilities demonstrate compliance with minimum standards of quality in service provision. In Australia, the accreditation process for public and private hospitals is: voluntary; carried out by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards; and performed by a multidisciplinary team of senior health care workers.
a process through which child care programs voluntarily meet specific standards to receive endorsement from a professional agency, such as the National Association for the Education of Young Children or the National Association for Family Day Care.
The recognition by an outside agency that a school maintains high standards which enables students to qualify for admission to other accredited institutions.
Accreditation is the formal acceptance of risk by management that results in formal approval for an Information Technology (IT) system to become either operational, or to remain as is.
Recognition of a school by an independent private organization. Not a governmental function in the U.S. There are more than 100 accrediting agencies, some recognized by the Department of Education and/or CHEA, and some unrecognized, some phony or fraudulent.
Official recognition that an institution has met and maintains certain standards; official authorizations or approval.
The US government does not monitor the quality of US colleges and universities, as does the ministry of education in other countries. Instead, the US Department of Education approves accrediting agencies. These accrediting agencies review a school's educational program for quality, and certify that the school meets a minimal set of standards. So it is important to be sure that the schools to which you are applying are accredited by a recognized accrediting agency, since schools without accreditation are likely to be of lesser quality.
the certification that a school or program meets a prescribed academic standard. It is very important to know that a college or university is accredited.
Process of giving official recognition or approval to a course, a program, or a provider of courses/programs.
The National Childcare Accreditation Council administers the Quality Improvement and Accreditation System for long day care services, the Family Day Care Quality Assurance system for family day care schemes and the Outside School Hours Care Quality Assurance system for outside school hours care services. A service receives a Certificate of Accreditation when it satisfactorily meets the requirements of quality assurance for its service type.
A procedure by which an authoritative body evaluates and gives a formal recognition that a certification programme is in accordance with the standards of the authoritative body.
The certification that states that a school meets specified measures of educational quality.
The process of formal recognition provided to a residential aged care service by the Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Agency when it is deemed the home is operating in accordance with the Aged Care Act 1997 and is providing high quality care within a framework of continuous improvement.
Official approval by an independent institution given to an organization which has been examined according to a stringent set of health care industry standards.
Accreditation is approval granted by an organization, government agency or other entity, which certifies that an educational institution meets specific approved operating and educational standards. HCC is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, the National League for Nursing and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. It is also fully approved by the Veterans Administration for veterans' benefits.
is the process by which specific courses are approved by State and Territory training authorities to ensure they meet specified quality requirements. Under national recognition arrangements, formal accreditation will not be necessary where Training Packages exist.
The formal declaration by a Designated Approving Authority (DAA) that a system is approved to operate in a particular security mode using a prescribed set of safeguards.
A system designed to attest to the act of accrediting or the state of being accredited. An accreditation system would involve the approval of an institution of learning as meeting a prescribed standard or standards through a review board.
IUB is recognized by the Government of Bangladesh through the Ministry of Education and the curriculum is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh. Credits earned at IUB are transferable to most of the recognized universities abroad.
The process of evaluating the academic qualifications or standards of an institution or program of study in accordance with pre-established criteria. Such accreditation is provided by one of the regional accrediting commissions of the various associations of schools and colleges for the institution or by an appropriate national association for a specific area. Most areas of study do not have accrediting agencies.
A formal status granted to an institution meeting or exceeding stated educational quality criteria. The purposes of accreditation are to assess and enhance the educational quality of an institution, assure consistency in institutional operations, promote institutional improvement and provide for public accountability
A formal declaration by a designated approving authority that an AIS is approved to operate in a particular security mode using a prescribed set of safeguards.
An assessment by an external agency of an individual or organisation against defined criteria. For example, services providing ECT (see definition) must meet the standards set by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. If the standards are met satisfactorily the service is accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
is a “seal of excellence†that a healthcare program has demonstrated quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services.
The process used by a recognized institution, board or professional body to make sure a qualification meets national requirements: and/or to make sure an awarding body is competent to award such a qualification.
a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation process where independent organizations assess the quality of the key systems and processes that manage care organizations use. Accreditation may also include an assessment of the care and service plans are delivering in important areas of public concern such as immunization rates, mammography rates, and member satisfaction. In our FEHB Guide and our web pages we provide information on the accreditations of FEHB health plans by the American Accreditation Healthcare Commission/URAC, the the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Helathcare Organizations (JCAHO), and the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). See our accreditation information page.
approval by a regional or professional accrediting association (e.g., The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools).
The process of providing credentials and approval of the standard of practice performed by an individual or an organization.
Procedure by which an authoritative body formally recognizes that a body or person is competent to carry out specific tasks.
The process of formal recognition, based on National Accreditation Principles by the State/Territory Recognition Authority, that: the contents and standards of a course or customised qualifications are appropriate to the qualification outcome identified; the course / customised qualification and methods of delivery fulfil the purpose for which it was developed; and the content including curriculum and assessment are based on national competency standards where they exist
A formal process by which a recognized body, usually a non-governmental institution, assesses and recognizes that a healthcare organization meets applicable, pre-determined standards.
a nationally recognised scheme to improve museum standards in four key areas: Governance & Museum Management, User Services, Visitor Facilities and Collections Management.
The formal approval of Higher Education award programs.
a process whereby an instructional program or institution is certified as meeting a set of stated standards.
A system used to acknowledge that professionals have met specified criteria for the achievement of defined competencies above described levels or standards; in some countries this involves registration – the International Federation of Sports Physiotherapists aims to achieve registration of all Sports Physiotherapists.
A status awarded by a professional body with an interest in maintaining standards for its members. For example, the Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Committee of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
A process whereby a recognized external organization determines that a hospital, health care plan, provider network, or other service delivery system complies with established standards.
The process by which colleges and universities are granted approval by an official review board, indicating that the institution has met certain requirements.
Accreditation refers to the recognition of educational programs through review against particular standards. In the United States, accreditation is voluntarily sought by institutions and is conferred by non-governmental bodies. There are two types of educational accreditation: specialized and institutional. The ACGME is a specialized body, accrediting graduate medical education programs within an institution. Accreditation of graduate medical education training programs by the ACGME is accomplished through a peer review process and is based upon established standards and guidelines. The ACGME does not accredit institutions, but rather, recognizes them to sponsor GME programs.
(accréditation) - approval by the responsible manager for an information technology system to operate using a particular set of safeguards
An evaluative process in which a healthcare organization undergoes an examination of its policies, procedures and performance by an external private sector organization ("accrediting body") to ensure that it is meeting predetermined criteria. It usually involves both on- and off-site surveys.
a determination by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations that an eligible organization complies with applicable Joint Commission Standards.
The process of voluntary professional self-regulation that serves as a final approach to establishing minimum national standards in policing.
A process through which child care programs voluntarily meet specific standards to receive endorsement from a professional agency. Some organizations that offer accreditation for child care are: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC) National After School Association (NAA) National Association of Family Child Care (NAFCC).
Certification that the College or program has met established standards and is nationally or regionally recognized by appropriate accrediting agencies.
Accreditation is a way to examine the extent to which an organization that agrees to provide services on behalf of government is providing them according to the contract, specifically whether service delivery meets specified standards of practice. It involves comparing an organization's actual performance with existing industry standards of operation. Skilled and trained surveyors/peer reviewers from a third party accrediting body check an organization against national or international standards. The same standards of the accrediting body are used for all similar organizations surveyed.
Procedure by which an organization having an authority formally recognizes that an organization, company or individual is qualified.
A seal of approval given by an autonomous governing body to a community or service provider. To become accredited, the community or provider must meet specific requirements set by the accreditation entity and is then generally required to undergo a thorough review process by a team of evaluators to ensure certain standards of quality. The accrediting organizations are independent, not government agencies or regulatory bodies. Some examples of accreditation bodies for the senior housing and care industry include CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities), CCAC (Continuing Care Accreditation Commission), and JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations).
The act whereby a nationally recognized body approves an organization to operate an audit and registration program.
Accreditation means that a course is officially 'recognised' by a State or Territory vocational education and training authority, and leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
A procedure by which an authoritative body gives formal recognition that a body or person is competent to carry out specific tasks (EN45020)
Official certification by an external academic organization that a college, school, or academic unit meets minimum requirements for academic achievement, curriculum, facilities, etc.
The process whereby an association or agency grants public recognition to an organization that meets certain established qualifications or standards, as determined through initial and periodic evaluations.
The process to determine that an organization meets predetermined standards.
An impartial organization or body has made a thorough assessment of a school's ability to provide appropriate faculty, curriculum and facilities for students to pursue a particular field of study. Standards for accreditation may vary significantly among organizations. Generally, an institution must be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association to be eligible for federal student aid funds. The U.S. Department of Education periodically publishes a list of recognized accrediting bodies in the Federal Register. To see the most current list, click here: http://www.ifap.ed.gov/IFAPWebApp/currentAAgenciesPag.jsp.
The process by which an accreditation body evaluates the quality of a higher education institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or a specific higher education programme (programme accreditation) in order to formally recognise it as having met a certain predetermined minimal criteria or standards.
Accreditation is the approval of an educational course by an authorised body.
A process of recognizing educational institutions for meeting standards of performance, integrity, and quality. In the United States, regional accreditation is administered by nongovernmental, voluntary institutional or professional associations. The Evergreen State College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges and Universities of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.
Certification that the College has met established standards and is nationally recognized by appropriate accrediting agencies. Valencia's major accrediting agency is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
An evaluation process in which an official group examines a health care organization to ensure that it is meeting certain standards established by experts in the field.
voluntary process by which a representative body, recognized by the field, establishes standards of practice and evaluates services against these standards
The process of formal recognition, based on National Accreditation Principles, by the State Recognition Authority or its delegate, that: contents and standards of a course are appropriate to the qualification outcome identified the course and methods of delivery fulfil the purpose for which it was developed the content, including curriculum and assessment, are based on national competency standards where these exist. Under the Australian Recognition Framework, accreditation of courses occurs only where no relevant training package exists.
Recognition by an accrediting organization or agency that a college meets certain acceptable standards in its education programs, services, and facilities. Regional accreditation applies to a college as a whole and not to any particular programs or courses of study. Specialized accreditation of specific types of schools, such as Bible colleges or trade and technical schools, may also be determined by a national organization. See page 29 for the names and addresses of the national and regional accrediting associations. Institutional accreditation by regional accrediting associations and by national accrediting organizations is included in the Handbook's descriptions of colleges. Information about the accreditation of specialized programs within a college by organizations, such as American Chemical Society, American Dietetic Association, etc., is given in Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education published for the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation by the American Council on Education.
authorization and approval granted to an application or system to process in an operational environment. It is made on the basis of a certification by designated technical personnel that the application or system meets a set of pre-specified technical requirements for achieving adequate system security.
A formal process of review and certification in which an institution's or program's status is legitimized by an external agency.
The regional organization which evaluates the standards of all public and private institutions of higher education. Seattle Central is accredited through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The process by which it is determined whether a laboratory has successfully met the Standards for Laboratory Accreditation of the College of American Pathologistsâ€(tm) Laboratory Accreditation Program.
a guarantee that a person has or is meeting a pre-specified standard.
A standardized program for evaluating health care organizations to ensure a specified level of quality, as defined by a set of industry standards. Organizations that meet accreditation criteria receive an official authorization of approval of their products and services.
Approval of integrated catchment/regional natural resource management (NRM) plans by the Commonwealth and the relevant State/Territory government in order to seek funding under NRM programs such as the NAP SWQ and the NHT.
An endorsement given to educational institutions or academic degree programs by an organization that reviews qualifications. UAF is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
the process by which the the learner's achievement is recognised: 'the learner gets accreditation'; gains her/his credits/certificates; also used to describe the process of approval, or validation of a progamme by the Awarding Body
A voluntary process in which an institution, organization or agency submits to an in-depth analysis to determine its capacity to provide or approve quality continuing nursing education over an extended period of time.
The status granted to a health care organization following a rigorous, comprehensive, and independent evaluation. The evaluation includes an assessment of the care and service being delivered in important areas of public concern, such as immunization rates, mammography rates, and member satisfaction.
the status awarded when an organisation has shown it is capable of delivering an approved course or assess against standards on the National Qualifications Framework. Back to A-Z menu
The process by which an organization recognizes an institution as meeting predetermined standards
process by which agency or association grants public recognition to a training institution, program of study or service which meets certain pre-set standards.
The formal evaluation of an organization or a program by an external body according to certain predetermined standards. The process is often carried out by a private organization created for the purpose of assuring the public of the quality of an institution or program. For example, the National Committee for Quality Assurance, a nationally recognized independent organization, evaluates managed care plans using objective, scientific measures. See also NCQA.
If a college or program is accredited, it has received official recognition that it has met the requirements and/or standards of a regional or national accrediting association.
The process under which health plans are reviewed and judged for quality by an outside organization, such as the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
Approval of colleges and universities by nationally recognized professional associations or regional accrediting bodies.
the act of granting approval to a postgradute residency program after the program has met set requirements and has been reviewed and evaluated through an official process (document review, site survey, review and evaluation by the Commission on Credentialing).
Process of examining various aspects of a course, such as teaching methods and facilities, to ensure they meet agreed standards.
Approval of colleges, universities and secondary schools by nationally recognized professional associations. institutional accreditation affects the transferability of credits from one institution to another before a degree program is completed.
Formal declaration by an accrediting authority that a computer system is approved to operate in a particular security mode using a prescribed set of safeguards.
A process that helps one or more parties have confidence in another party's competence to carry out some activity. Parties seeking accreditation must meet requirements and usually be audited by a third party to demonstrate compliance with those requirements. ISO/IEC guides and standards contain the requirements against which UL is accredited.
A process in which college and university programs are reviewed, assessed and accepted by provincial, national or international guilds, institutes or review boards. When a program is accredited, it means that the program meets the training standards set by government or the industry.
The process of accreditation, carried out periodically, certifies that UMass Boston is "qualified" to grant graduate and undergraduate degrees to its students. UMass Boston is accredited by an independent organization called the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
The procedure by which an impartial organization or body thoroughly assesses a school's ability to provide appropriate faculty, curriculum, and facilities for you to pursue a particular field of study. Standards for accreditation vary significantly among organizations. Generally, an institution must be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association to be eligible for federal student aid funds. The U.S. Department of Education periodically publishes a list of recognized accrediting bodies in the Federal Register. To see the most current list, click here: http://www.ifap.ed.gov/agencies/doc0028_bodyoftext.htm.
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A process by which an agency or association grants public recognition to a training program that meets a predetermined set of standards. It can also be a process of granting accredited status to an institution of higher learning and/or vocational training, a program of study, or a service, indicating that it has been granted approval by the relevant legislative and professional authorities by virtue of its having met or exceeded pre-determined standards.
is the process by which one higher education institution gains authority to award, and/or gains recognition of, its qualifications from another senior competent authority. This might be the State, a government agency or, another domestic or foreign higher education institution (see FRANCHISE). The term has its origins in the American system and is used in some European countries in the same way as 'recognition'.
A seal of approval by an independent professional organization that signifies a program has met high-quality program and performance standards. In the United States, schools of higher education are accredited by one of six regional accreditation associations. Programs are accredited by professional organizations
The process used by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education or other entities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) to ensure postsecondary education providers meet and maintain minimum standards of quality and integrity regarding academics, administration and related services.
According to a glossary of terms from the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Revised School Code requires the Michigan State Board of Education to set standards for the accreditation of public schools in Michigan. The State Board of Education has set Education YES! as the system to accredit Michigan schools. Some schools are also accredited through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, which is one of six regional school accreditation authorities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The process of development of curriculum statements that leads to endorsement and approval by the Board.
An evaluative process in which a health care organization undergoes an examination of its operating procedures to determine whether the procedures meet designated criteria as defined by the accrediting body, and to ensure that the organization meets a specified level of quality.
A formal recognition by an impartial and independent organization, which confirms that a particular insurance company is upholding the standards of the industry.
a voluntary process by which a registered institution or program seeks recognition of its standards of integrity and educational competence.
recognition of colleges and programs for meeting standards of academic quality and integrity, giving approval from the education community. CCCU colleges are accredited regionally.
The process by which courses are approved and moderated and certificates detailing achievements are issued to learners.
A seal of approval given by a governing body to a housing and/or service provider. To become accredited, the community or provider must meet specific requirements set by the accreditation entity and is then generally required to undergo a thorough review process by a team of evaluators to ensure certain standards of quality. The accrediting organizations are not government agencies or regulatory bodies. Examples of some accreditations bodies for the senior housing and care industry include CCAC (Continuing Care Accreditation Commission), CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) and JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations).
process that an agency or an association uses to grant public recognition to a training institution, program of study, individual or service that meets pre-set standards.
Recognition of a college or university by any of the regional or national accrediting bodies, indicating that the institution as a whole has been judged to be meeting its objectives.
Official recognition that a college, university, or trade school has met the standards of a regional or national association.
This ensures the quality of the postsecondary education students receive.
Formal process by which a laboratory is evaluated, with respect to established criteria, for its competence to perform a specified kind(s) of measurement(s). The decision based upon such a process. Formal recognition that a testing laboratory is competent to carry out specific tests or specific types of tests.
Registered institutions and programs are accredited by a regional or general body that ensures specific curriculum standards are met with integrity.
A formal Recognition stating that a particular Insurance Company is meeting the standards of the Industry.
Formal procedure of gaining certification for a particular program or institution.
The formal recognition of a course by the State or Territory course accrediting body in accordance with the Standards for State and Territory Registering/Course Accrediting Bodies (ANTA 2001)
The recognition or certification of an institution that has been reviewed and meets specific measures of quality.
A formal registration process that enables representatives of non-governmental organizations to attend UN meetings and conferences and their preparatory processes. In order to become accredited to attend a UN world conference and its Preparatory Committee meetings, NGOs which are not in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council must submit specific information about their organization and its work program.
The stamp of approval for a health plan or hospital that meets predetermined standards. Two organizations that accredit managed care plans are the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO). JCAHO also accredits hospitals and clinics. While NCQA accredits HMO-based health plans, the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission, or URAC, is the leading organization that accredits PPO-based plans. (See Health Insurance Basics for Micro-Businesses.)
A program whereby a laboratory demonstrates that it is operating under accepted standards to ensure quality assurance.
1. the process of having something officially assessed and recognised eg a training course may be accredited so that those completing it get a recognised qualification. 2. In order to be recognised and receive Neighbourhood Renewal Fund grant money Local Strategic Partnership s have to receive accreditation against six criteria. See http:// www.neighbourhood.odpm.gov.uk/partnerships/index.htm#lspa
Recognition by a state,regional, or national organization that the college or one of its programs is approved. The North Central Association and the National League for Nursing are examples.