INSTITUTIONAL AND PROGRAM ACCREDITATION
for Vocational Training Institutions
ACCET ACCREDITATION
ACCREDITING COUNCIL FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAINING
INTRODUCTORY 3- DAY TRAINING PROGRAM
ABOUT ACCET
Founded in 1974, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) has been continuously recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a reliable authority on educational quality since 1978. ACCET strives to identify, evaluate, and enhance the delivery of continuing education and training through an independent peer-evaluation process. With a global reach, ACCET’s expansive scope is designed to support a diverse array of non-traditional post-secondary educational providers, including post secondary vocational training colleges.
ACCET standards cover nine main areas of good practice:
I- MISSION, CORE VALUES, ETHICS AND PLANNING
II- GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
III- FINANCIAL CAPACITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
IV- CURRICULUM DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
V- INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY AND RESOURCES
VI- QUALIFICATIONS AND SUPERVISION OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL
VII- ADMISSIONS AND STUDENT SERVICES
VIII- STUDENT ASSESSMENT AND ACHIEVEMENT
IX- INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
WHAT TSA WILL DO TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENT PARTNERS
Given that accreditation processes can be exhausting and time-consuming, TSA will commit to a consultancy role in the preparation of the accreditation project, beginning with a three-day initial “get to know the ACCET process” outlined in the chart above. These sessions will address the main and some would say critical areas of the accreditation to give a comprehensive view of the road ahead and timeline for completion.
Cost of the ACCET bundle: 8000 USD [10 pax max]
The accreditation process itself, addressing the 9 standard areas plus housekeeping documentation, will be submitted via a proposal and cost estimate to be agreed upon with the accreditation team of the institution.
NCTEA ACCREDITATION
NATIONAL CENTER FOR TRAINING EVALUATION & ACCREDITATION
INTRODUCTORY 3-DAY TRAINING PROGRAM
ABOUT NCTEA
The establishment of NCTEA supports ETEC [Education and Training Evaluation Commission] to fulfil its mandates towards the training sector in KSA, which include evaluating and accrediting the training institutes and programs, licensing trainers and evaluating trainees, in order to achieve the goals of Vision 2030 in regard to the training sector. NCTEA is responsible for the development and implementation of the institutional and program accreditation standards based on objective and documented forms and processes. The Institutional Technical and Vocational Accreditation Standards for training institutes were approved in 2018 and consist of:
five main areas of good practice with 22 sub-standards and 83 checks:
FIRST- MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
SECOND- TRAINERS
THIRD- TRAINEES
FOURTH- CURRICULUM
FIFTH- TRAINING ENVIRONMENT
WHAT TSA WILL DO TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENT PARTNERS
Given that accreditation processes can be exhausting and time-consuming, TSA will commit to a consultancy role in the preparation of the accreditation project, beginning with a three-day initial “get to know the NCTEA process” outlined in the chart above. These sessions will address the main and some would say critical areas of the accreditation to give a comprehensive view of the road ahead and timeline for completion.
Cost of the NCTEA bundle: 8000 USD [10 pax max]
The accreditation process itself, addressing the 5 standard areas plus housekeeping documentation, will be submitted via a proposal and cost estimate to be agreed upon with the accreditation team of the institution.
ABET ACCREDITATION [ETAC]
ACCREDITATION BOARD FOR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY [ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ACCREDITATION COMMISSION]
INTRODUCTORY 3-DAY TRAINING PROGRAM
ABOUT ABET [ETAC]
The establishment of ABET by name in 1980 created a a nonprofit, non-governmental agency that accredits programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology. ABET accreditation provides assurance that a college or university program meets the quality standards of the profession for which that program prepares graduates. This is achieved through a series of commissions for different areas based on academic profiles. Each commission such as ETEC [Education and Training Evaluation Commission] supports different disciplines at the appropriate academic level.
Accreditation centres on 8 criteria:
CRITERION 1 - STUDENTS
CRITERION 2 - PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
CRITERION 3 - STUDENT OUTCOMES
CRITERION 4 - CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
CRITERION 5 - CURRICULUM
CRITERION 6 - FACULTY
CRITERION 7 - FACILITIES
CRITERION 8 - INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
WHAT TSA WILL DO TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENT PARTNERS
Given that accreditation processes can be exhausting and time-consuming, TSA will commit to a consultancy role in the preparation of the accreditation project, beginning with a three-day initial “get to know the ABET process” outlined in the chart above. These sessions for institutions offering engineering technology will address all criteria of the accreditation to give a comprehensive view of the road ahead and timeline for completion. Please note that it is now required to have national accreditation (Saudi Arabia) granted before requesting accreditation through ABET.
Cost of the ABET bundle: 8000 USD [10 pax max]
The accreditation process itself, addressing the 5 standard areas plus housekeeping documentation, will be submitted via a proposal and cost estimate to be agreed upon with the accreditation team of the institution.
CEA ACCREDITATION
COMMISSION ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM ACCREDITATION [CEA]
INTRODUCTORY 3-DAY TRAINING PROGRAM
ABOUT CEA [COMMISSION ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM ACCREDITATION
The establishment of CEA by name in 1999 led to the creation of a specialized accrediting agency that focuses on post-secondary intensive English language programs and institutions. CEA’s purpose is to provide a systematic approach by which programs and institutions can demonstrate their compliance with accepted standards, pursue continuous improvement, and be recognised for doing so. CEA conducts accreditation activities in the U.S. and internationally.
The CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions comprise 44 individual standards in 11 standards areas. They were developed initially by an Accreditation Advisory Committee (AAC) that took into consideration the various English language program standards that existed in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The standard areas are based on those required by U.S. Department of Education regulations for accrediting agencies that seek recognition by that agency. The individual standards reflect good practice in the field of English language teaching and administration.
The CEA Standards form the basis for all accreditation activities. At eligibility, applicant programs and schools must have the structures in place to be reviewed on the basis of the standards. The site conducts a self-study and submits a self-study report in which it responds to prompts for each individual standard and evaluates itself against each standard. The review by a site visit team and the accreditation decision by the Commission are based on the site’s compliance with the standards.
The CEA Standards can also serve as standards of good practice for English language professionals and organisations interested in program improvement and especially to anyone in the initial stages of developing a new English language program or institution
Accreditation centres on 11 standard areas:
STANDARD AREA 1 - MISSION
STANDARD AREA 2 - PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND REVIEW
STANDARD AREA 3 - CURRICULUM
STANDARD AREA 4 - FACULTY
STANDARD AREA 5 - FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
STANDARD AREA 6 - ADMINISTRATIVE AND FISCAL CAPACITY
STANDARD AREA 7 - STUDENT SERVICES
STANDARD AREA 8 - RECRUITING
STANDARD AREA 9 - LENGTH AND STRUCTURE OF PROGRAM OF STUDY
STANDARD AREA 10 - STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
STANDARD AREA 11 - STUDENT COMPLAINTS
WHAT TSA WILL DO TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENT PARTNERS
Given that accreditation processes can be exhausting and time-consuming, TSA will commit to a consultancy role in the preparation of the accreditation project, beginning with a three-day initial “get to know the CEA process” outlined in the chart above. These sessions for institutions offering English language courses or programs will address all criteria of the accreditation to give a comprehensive view of the road ahead and timeline for completion.
Cost of the CEA bundle: 8000 USD [10 pax max]
The accreditation process itself, addressing the 11 standard areas plus housekeeping documentation, will be submitted via a proposal and cost estimate to be agreed upon with the accreditation team of the institution.
NOCN ASSURANCE
NATIONAL OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK [NOCN]
INTRODUCTORY 1-DAY TRAINING PROGRAM
ABOUT NOCN [NATIONAL OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK]
NOCN assures centres and short courses while providing endorsement of training programs.
NOCN Endorsed Programme approval provides formal recognition of the quality of the delivery, content and management of an organisation’s training activities. Organisations are able to demonstrate high quality and continuous improvement, and that their courses:
a) Have clear aims and objectives.
b) Provide a valuable and worthwhile training experience.
c) Meet defined delivery, content and management standards which benefit their organisation and those who participate in the training activities.
The establishment of NOCN in the United Kingdom led to the creation of a specialised, not-for-profit endorsing agency that focuses on social and economic mobility. NOCN’s purpose is to provide a systematic approach by which programs and institutions can demonstrate their compliance with accepted requirements, pursue continuous improvement, and be recognised for doing so. NOCN conducts endorsement activities in the U.K. and internationally. Stringent quality auditing is coupled with a partnership approach with centres, suppliers and stakeholders, working together to build future skills.
The NOCN requirements comprise the following areas:
a) Programme objectives, structure, purpose and duration
b) Method of assessment
c) Assessment objectives & criteria
d) Resources
e) Agreed programme outcomes
f) Subject / sector knowledge
g) Training and Learning
These areas form the basis for all program endorsement activities. The NOCN requirements can also serve as good practice for training professionals and organisations interested in program improvement and especially to anyone in the initial stages of developing new programs or institution.
WHAT TSA WILL DO TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENT PARTNERS
Given that accreditation processes can be exhausting and time-consuming, TSA will commit to a consultancy role in the preparation of the accreditation project, beginning with a one-day initial “get to know the NOCN process” outlined in the chart above. These sessions for institutions offering training courses or programs will address all criteria of the accreditation to give a comprehensive view of the road ahead and timeline for completion.
Cost of the CEA bundle: 3000 USD [10 pax max]
The accreditation process itself, addressing the requirement areas plus housekeeping documentation, will be submitted via a proposal and cost estimate to be agreed upon with the accreditation team of the institution.