“The benefit of CAAHEP accreditation is Standardization of training programs. I believe this process will help eliminate many “short-cut” programs that… delivered poor education value to students.”

–Paramedic Program Director

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A Look in the Mirror: Evaluating Program Strengths & Weaknesses
Jul-2012
A Perspective on Citations
Sep-2013
Avoid the common pitfalls that delay the accreditation process
Oct-2016
Getting Started: An Action Plan
Sep-2013
How Do I...
May-2013
Retention: Does it Really Matter?
Mar-2019
Seeking Help from Colleagues for CAAHEP Accreditation. Ways to Make the Accreditation Process Easier
May-2013
What is a Realistic Deadline to Write and Complete the ISSR?
Jul-2011
When Is It a Team Lead?
Oct-2013

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Accreditation Videos

How National Accreditation Strengthens and Supports Educational Programs

Walt Stoy, PhD, EMT-P, CCEMT-P

National Accreditation: Why and How

Patricia L. Tritt, RN, MA Director of Instruction, AMR Learning Denver, CO [Running time: 4.37]

National Accreditation and State Accreditation: Protecting and Serving the Public

Ritu Sahni, MD, MPH Medical Director, Lake Oswego Fire Department Lake Oswego, OR [Running time: 4.20]

National Accreditation Helps Fire Services Hire More Competent Paramedics

David S. Becker, MA, Paramedic, EFO Adjunct Instructor EMS/Fire Programs, Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL [Running time: 3.54]

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