Evan Smith

There are a lot of ins and outs to the process and it is important to know them. Things like pointing out your own areas of improvement but keeping the tone positive and writing in a plan of action to be better. Knowing to not refer back to other points but to write things out anew. 

I believe the best takeaway from this section is specificity. This is an instance where over explaining can do you a world of good it would seem. Be prepared to understand and answer all standards not only the ones you think would apply to your institution. 

Requirements for accreditations seem to not be set in stone, and with purpose. I think it is important to learn that an institution need to be ready for many different scenarios when dealing with this process. Do not go into it unprepared or only ready to meet the minimum you see in front of you and do not be prepared for a straightforward process.

What was most important to me to note was the need for accreditation to be eligible for federal funding. Going without accreditation, as I understand it, can lead to students not being able to receive federal loans or grants. Also, accreditation does not, in all cases, mean licensure is available with that program.