ACCREDITATION FAQS

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Accreditation is a voluntary method of quality assurance and school improvement used by education providers in a variety of school environments. Based on compliance with established standards of excellence, the foundation of the school improvement accreditation process is grounded in a school’s self-study and individualized goal setting. Accreditation is a continuous cycle of review and reflection that guides a school in evaluating each component of its mission.

Ready for accreditation? Here's what to do next!

The basic process is as follows:

  • Apply for CSI membership
  • Apply to become a candidate for accreditation
  • Become assigned to your CSI regional coordinator
  • Take one to three years to complete your self-study
  • Host site team visit
  • Receive accreditation report with recommendation to the CSI Accreditation Commission
  • Await final accreditation approval by the Commission, either in January or July
  • Receive formal approval and certificate of accreditation
  • Submit reporting documents to CSI for annual renewal of accreditation for a five-year cycle