Publicizing CAAHEP Accreditation and Use of the CAAHEP Logo

Promoting your Program's CAAHEP Accreditation

Once your program is accredited by CAAHEP, you have a valuable opportunity to promote this achievement. Here are key guidelines and policies to help you accurately promote your accreditation status and utilize the CAAHEP logo. Please refer to Section 300 of the CAAHEP Policy and Procedures Manual for complete requirements.

Accreditation Matters - Let Potential Students Know Why

Your CAAHEP Accreditation signifies that your program meets high standards in health sciences education, which is essential for building credibility and attracting students. Promoting your CAAHEP accreditation can enhance your program's reputation and demonstrate your commitment to quality education.

Guidelines for Promoting CAAHEP Accreditation

1. Public Notification of Accreditation Status (Policy 301)

CAAHEP provides a directory of accredited programs on its website, ensuring public access to your program's accreditation

• If your program is on probation, CAAHEP will still list it as accredited but will disclose its probationary status in all reports and on the website.

2. Accurate Reporting of Accreditation Status (Policy 302)

• Always include the full name of CAAHEP and a link to the CAAHEP website when listing your program's accreditation status on your website.
• Inform current students and applicants in writing about your program's accreditation status, especially in cases of probation or withdrawal (both voluntary and involuntary).

CAAHEP policy states that sponsoring institutions must use the following language when referring to accreditation. Be sure to also review the policies for the Committee on Accreditation (CoA) for your profession, as some CoAs have additional language that programs must include in their published statement.

For accredited programs:

• "The [name of program] isaccredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms (www.caahep.org) upon therecommendation of [name of Committee on Accreditation]."

Statements for Publication

For programs on probation

• "The [name of program] is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of [name of Committee on Accreditation]. The program has been placed on Probationary Accreditation as of [date]."
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3. Using the CAAHEP Logo (Policy 303)

Accredited programs are permitted to use the CAAHEP logo in their publications and displays, following the guidelines below. The CAAHEP log is available for download at the bottom of the page.

• The logo must be used in its entirety; modifications are not allowed except for size adjustments.
• It may be reproduced in black and white or darker shades of blue. (See color guide in the download.)
• Only accredited programs may use the logo; non-accredited programs must not display it or infer that the program is accredited by CAAHEP.
• Any publication that includes the logo must clearly indicate which programs are accredited by CAAHEP.

4. Ensuring Consistency and Availability of Information

All accredited programs must maintain current summaries of student/graduate achievements, including required outcome assessments. Check with your Committee on Accreditation to determine which program outcomes must be published by your education program. The information must be publicly accessible, and CAAHEP must be informed of the URL where the data can be found. Report any new outcomes pages or updated URLs to updates@caahep.org.

Promoting your program’s CAAHEP accreditation is an important step in showcasing the quality and reliability of your educational offerings. By adhering to CAAHEP policies and utilizing the logo appropriately, you can effectively communicate your program’s commitment to excellence in health sciences education. For more detailed information, please refer to CAAHEP Policies 301-303.
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