Accreditation is an important topic for aspiring professionals. Attending a university that has received proper accreditation ensures that your curriculum has met the rigorous standards and high expectations set forth by well-respected higher education authorities. Many agree that accreditation standards are the foundation of the profession and they are the driving force that raises the bar for excellence and professionalism in America’s schools, agencies and businesses.
The University of Idaho College of Education has programs accredited through significant organizations, including
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The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) is the profession’s mechanism to help establish high quality teacher preparation. Through the process of professional accreditation of schools, colleges and departments of education, NCATE works to make a difference in the quality of teaching and teacher preparation today, tomorrow, and for the next century. NCATE’s performance-based system of accreditation fosters competent classroom teachers and other educators who work to improve the education of all P-12 students. NCATE believes every student deserves a caring, competent, and highly qualified teacher. The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education and approved by the Idaho State Board of Education. The programs of study in education are planned to meet certification requirements in Idaho and the requirements of the various accrediting agencies such as the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.
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Teacher preparation in Idaho is governed by the Idaho State Board of Education (IDAPA 08, TITLE 02, CHAPTER 02). The Idaho Standards are based upon the accepted national standards for educator preparation and include state-specific, core teaching requirements. |
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Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) is a specialized accreditation organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and a member of the Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA). CORE accredits graduate programs which provide academic preparation for a variety of professional rehabilitation counseling positions. CORE also accredits undergraduate programs in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies.
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The Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT) recognizes academic programs in colleges and universities that prepare new professionals to enter the parks, recreation, tourism and related professions. COAPRT Accreditation is a status granted to an academic program that meets or exceeds stated criteria of educational quality. In the United States, accreditation of professional preparation curricula is conferred by non-governmental bodies, which are often closely associated with professional associations in the field. COAPRT accredits baccalaureate degree programs in this profession.
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Benefits of graduating from an accredited institution:
- Depending on your specific area of expertise, your education and experience level at the time of graduation will meet the accepted standards of America’s schools, professional counseling organizations, HR or recreation departments, etc., giving you a competitive advantage with employers.
- You’ll be able to mange the demands of the classroom, counseling office, or other specific setting you’ve been trained for, from day one.
- You’ll be a subject matter expert.
- You’ll be well equipped with a variety of validated methods and strategies for doing your job effectively.