The Fundamentals of Accreditation

Essential reading for any organization searching for new and better methods for establishing broadly accepted measures of performance and quality. You'll learn the basic principles involved in planning, developing, governing, and managing accreditation programs-all presented from the perspectives of: the accrediting bodies; membership organizations that develop and interact with accrediting bodies; individuals responsible for obtaining and maintaining accreditation; the general public; and government agencies. Plus, you'll get the basics on structuring and operating accreditation programs, along with informative case studies.