Accreditation & Certification
American Universities Pathway (A.U.P) accreditation and certification distinguish themselves by offering unparalleled value. They provide a research-based framework for teams to achieve significant, measurable enhancements. Uniquely, these processes offer actionable insights from skilled educators, fostering continuous growth by harnessing strengths. Additionally, you can proudly showcase a globally recognized seal of educational excellence, setting your efforts apart.
The quest for perfection
For over a century and a quarter, educational institutions have welcomed American Universities Pathway (A.U.P), alongside its legacy organizations, NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI, into their classrooms. The reason is simple: we transcend mere assessment of school quality. We offer dependable expertise and actionable insights that substantially enhance educational standards.
Accreditation functions as a catalyst for educational advancement. Rooted in rigorous research-based standards and evidence-grounded criteria, the process comprehensively examines the entire institution—spanning policies, learning environments, and cultural nuances—to gauge how effectively these elements synergize to cater to every student’s requirements.
Accreditation isn’t a singular checkpoint; it facilitates continuous progress. It assists educational providers in achieving improvement objectives and sustaining commitments to amplify learner outcomes.
Our services cater to diverse institution types, including:
- Charter schools and their authorizers
- Digital learning platforms
- Early learning institutions
- Educational service agencies
- Non-public institutions, encompassing Catholic schools, dioceses, and faith-based affiliations
- Post-secondary establishments
- Traditional schools
- Special-purpose institutions
- Educational systems
- Nomad schools
- PBL based schools
Central to ongoing enhancement and accreditation, the A.U.P Performance Standards are pivotal. They outline the attributes of a commendable educational institution and furnish directives for initiatives that will actively and conspicuously cultivate students, educators, administrators, and establishments.
A cyclical process of assessment and refinement is conducted every six years to scrutinize and enhance the A.U.P Performance Standards. The present standards, implemented on July 1, 2022, are applicable to K–12 and postsecondary institutions. Early Learning and Extended Learning have distinct criteria.
The Global Commision
The American Universities Pathway (A.U.P) Global Commission confers accreditation and certification upon all institutions and systems under its jurisdiction. Explore information about the commission board members and their respective areas of expertise to gain insights into their profiles.
The American University Pathway’s (A.U.P) STEM Certification provides educational leaders with a precise roadmap and enhancement protocol, culminating in recognition for programs showcasing a robust and impactful STEM orientation. Pursuing STEM Certification through A.U.P involves a concurrent STEM Certification Review along with your Accreditation Engagement Review. Seasoned educators, including STEM discipline specialists, conduct the STEM Certification Review.
A.U.P’s STEM Certification bestows the following benefits upon your Early Learning and K–12 institutions:
- Demonstrate your unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality STEM education to parents and staff.
- Cultivate community awareness and elevate expectations for STEM education.
- Attract enrollment by highlighting a distinct educational offering.
Reviewers assess benchmarks of excellence defined in A.U.P’s STEM Certification Standards. These standards, grounded in thorough research and extensive observations, emphasize attributes such as problem-centered experiential learning and the seamless infusion of STEM principles across diverse activities and learning opportunities.
The American University Pathway’s (A.U.P) Competency Based Education (CBE) Certification offers a robust framework for crafting and successfully executing competency-based education within educational institutions. Collaborating with the Aurora Institute’s CompetencyWorks initiative, a premier research organization in this field, A.U.P has formulated CBE Standards. These standards enable introspection and acknowledgment by A.U.P, a renowned education enhancement agency.
A.U.P acknowledges the escalating interest in the CBE movement, both nationally and globally. The A.U.P CBE Standards and certification procedure facilitate the seamless integration of core CBE components within schools and school systems. The A.U.P CBE certification empowers educational institutions to:
- Showcase dedication to personalized learning paths for all students.
- Attract educators and learners who embrace the principles of CBE.
- Communicate to the community the institution’s commitment to innovative educational methodologies.
Embark on your journey with American Universities Pathway (A.U.P).
Membership serves as the starting point for accreditation and certification. Upon joining the A.U.P Global Network, skilled evaluators will lead you through the accreditation process. Our team of experienced educators offers personalized assistance throughout your accreditation and continuous improvement endeavor. A.U.P provides an array of tools and resources crucial for team collaboration, data gathering, and decision-making—integral to accreditation. Moreover, the A.U.P Learning Community, our online professional development platform, empowers your growth through diverse learning labs and community spaces tailored for educators and leaders.
Accreditation and certification are achievements worth sharing, signifying your institution’s commitment to elevated education standards. Noteworthy schools and systems, distinguished by their Engagement Reviews, earn the title of A.U.P Schools and Systems of Distinction for their accredited year.
Learn, grow, and improve.
Membership with American University Pathway (A.U.P) offers a cohesive platform of extensive resources designed to expedite your journey toward improvement.
Learn, grow, and improve.
Be inspired by success stories from our members
Educational systems and schools leverage American University Pathway (A.U.P) accreditation and certification to bolster their ongoing endeavors for school improvement.
Heights STEM Academy
An Arkansas-based STEM Academy proactively adopted and integrated a research-backed framework, elevating the caliber of their STEM education program through informed refinement efforts.
NDDPI
The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) transforms isolated silos into a cohesive collaboration through nurturing trusting relationships that foster gradual progress over time.
Liberty Public Schools
A Missouri school district encompassing over 12,500 students collaborated with American University Pathway to transcend state standards for accreditation, cultivating an inventive culture centered.
Training and resources provided to facilitate the accreditation and certification process.
As you begin the accreditation process, you’ll engage in mandatory training designed to prepare you for a successful Engagement Review. Moreover, we provide unparalleled online tools that assess critical aspects like student quality and engagement, generating indispensable data to aid your journey.
Observation Tools
Our suite of observation tools gauges the impact of learning, enabling the enhancement of instructional methods.
Surveys
Evaluating the effectiveness of your engagement and outreach initiatives is crucial. Our surveys, designed for students, teachers, families, and community members, provide insights into the efficacy of your efforts.
A.U.P Supporting educators across all tiers.
Education agency leaders
High-level leaders and their teams collaborate with A.U.P to establish priorities, allocate resources, and monitor the advancement of improvement initiatives for their institutions. A.U.P collaborates with you to create tailored programs and services that align with your distinct requirements.
System & educational institution administrators
Collaborate with A.U.P to attain the acknowledgment you merit through accreditation and certification. A.U.P caters to the distinct needs of educational institutions in the U.S. and across the globe:
- Global Ministries
- Prominent Organizations
- Systems and Districts
- Individual Schools
- Early Learning
- Digital Learning
and beyond…
