"Accreditation is a positive process"

Accreditation is a non-governmental process for assessment of educational programs against rigorous education and industry standards. It provides evidence that the program meets or exceeds the challenges of continuous improvement such as: technological change, stimulating curriculum development and ongoing reviews of internal processes.

"The environment of education today"

In today’s global society our K-12 and Higher Education institutions are challenged to be more competitive. Our educational systems are called to be more vigilant in each institution's self-reflections, self–studies, and self-evaluations and we must establish and meet goals that keep us in the forefront as leaders in education.

"Solution statement"

Together, with the network and through a continuous improvement process, your institution will set goals, evaluate progress and meet any challenges that lie ahead of you.  Accreditation is a positive vehicle by examining your process by which you will gain valuable insight into the strengths and weaknesses of your curriculum. At TTC,  we will walk that continuous improvement path with you.

                         Who Benefits from Accreditation?

Graduates

Graduates of accredited programs leave the institution with the skill set required by industry and the ability to incorporate these skills into the workplace.

Employers

Accredited programs provide assurance to employers that graduates of the institution have the knowledge and competencies required by industry in today’s ever competitive global market place.

The Public

When industry employs graduates of accredited programs, the public benefits by receiving high quality services.

Faculty

Faculty benefit through ongoing professional development needed to ensure they are up-to-date with industry requirements. Accreditation is a non-governmental, peer review process for assessment of educational programs against a predetermined standard.

                          The Objectives of Accreditation

I. An auditing mechanism that is independent of the educational system

II. Assures the educational community and the general public that a program has clearly defined appropriate objectives and is meeting them

III. Ensures that a program reflects correct technical practices and educational methodologies

IV. Promotes portability of qualifications through the provision of national and provincial accredited educational programs

V. Maintains a registry of accredited programs

VI. Stimulates curriculum development

                                Areas of Assessment

• Admission and Retention Policies and Standards       • Staff

• Requirements for Graduation                                   • Program History

• Delivery Format                                                      • Faculty

• Program Duration                                                   • Teaching Loads

 • Professional Development Activities                        • Size of Operation 

• Faculty Evaluation                                                  • College Partnerships

• Facilities (classroom and equipment)                       • Resource Center

• Student Success and Satisfaction                           • Graduates and Employers

• Industry Advisory Committee Members                  • Quality Control Mechanisms

• Budget and Funding Information                            • Research and Grant Funding

• Administration, Planning and Internal Processes

• Course Portfolios (learning guides, tests, assignments, projects)