Is it true that currently accredited programs will be held accountable for the new standards during an unannounced visit before they are re-accredited under the new system?
Yes. All accredited programs must meet the new standards and criteria as of September 16, 2006. (Note: candidacy requirements apply only to programs seeking accreditation or reaccreditation after this date.) This is to avoid having dual systems of standards operate for a period of time which would be confusing to families, programs, and the public. This means that Annual Reports submitted after September 16, 2006, must be based on the new standards.
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- Is it true that currently accredited programs will be held accountable for the new standards during an unannounced visit before they are re-accredited under the new system?
- Do currently accredited programs follow the same steps of enrollment, application, candidacy, and meeting the standards for reaccreditation?
- Is HighScope compatible with standards for which programs are held accountable?
