Accreditation of Distance Learning Programs

Accreditation is a process in which education institutions are recognized as viable places to learn. Standards are established by various accrediting agencies that are composed of educational experts. If an institution meets the standards set by the agency, is it acknowledged with accreditation status.

Be careful to check the accreditation of a school, because there have been schools claiming to be accredited which were not, therefore your hard earned degree cannot be transferred, or recognized by colleges and employers. Your best bet is to stick with a regionally accredited college or university, so you can easily transfer the credits should you wish to do so.

There are six regional accreditation agencies are DE and CHEA sanctioned:

• MSA (Middle States Association)
• NASC (Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges)
• NCA (North Central Association of Colleges and Schools)
• NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges)
• SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools)
• WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)

Employers also want to know that you went to an accredited college/university.

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