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Convenient, Informative Webinars Help Answer Your Questions About Accreditation

May 23, 2022
Part of our vision at Accreditation Guru is to inform and support organizations that are seeking accreditation. As part of that mission, we were thrilled to co-host a webinar with

What is Accreditation?

March 15, 2022
Accreditation is a review process to determine if human service, healthcare or educational programs demonstrate their ability to meet defined standards of quality. Once achieved, accreditation is not permanent—it is

10 Steps to Selecting an Accrediting Body

February 16, 2022
Selecting a national accrediting body is a significant commitment for an organization that goes beyond the initial accreditation cycle. In most cases, it continues for many years, often for decades.

How to determine which accrediting body is the right fit for your organization

January 6, 2022
Selecting a national accrediting body to work with is a significant undertaking. The commitment goes beyond the initial accreditation cycle and, in most cases, it continues for many more years,

Accreditation Maintenance: Key to Continued Achievement

May 6, 2021
Congratulations! You’ve worked hard to earn accreditation, which affirms that you meet designated national industry standards, and that you are focused on supporting your staff, organization-wide continuous improvement and most

8 Questions to Ask When Starting on the Road to Accreditation

March 9, 2021
I am often approached by people who are just beginning on the road to national accreditation and have no idea where to start. Our conversations tend to follow a similar

Who should an organization have directly or indirectly involved in the accreditation process?

March 3, 2021
 In this short video, Jennifer explains which teams’ and individuals’ involvement  are required for a successful accreditation outcome.

How do you best “sell” accreditation to board of directors and staff?

December 10, 2020
It is important to gain the necessary buy-in from staff and board members before undertaking the strategic process of seeking national accreditation for your organization.

The Final Deadline for Implementing FFPSA is One Year Away – Here’s What You Should Know

September 30, 2020
In 2018, the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) mandated that Qualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTPs), in part, must be licensed by their state and achieve national accreditation to receive

What is the importance of an annual plan?

July 10, 2020
 While a strategic plan is the long-term framework for what is to come, an annual plan – or work plan – is staff-driven, designed with specific objectives, outcome measures,

Do you have any recommendations on using a consultant for the accreditation process?

June 5, 2020
 Is your organization considering accreditation? Here are some recommendations on ways a consultant can assist in your accreditation process. We are happy to answer any questions on accreditation consulting

Wisdom and Value in Strategic Planning

February 10, 2020
By Dave Branding, PhD One of my absolute favorite days of the work year calendar is strategic planning. I look forward to this special opportunity when key leaders come together
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