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Program Review Consultants
The CoA will be conducting a pilot project from July 1, 2006 through
December 1, 2007 that will employ non-CoA member readers in a supporting
role in the CoA’s review of programs. The purpose of the pilot project
will be to evaluate the utility and effectiveness of utilizing Program
Review Consultants (PRCs) in the review process. PRCs will receive training
in program review, including conflict of interest principles, prior to
reviewing any program materials as part of the pilot project. Once trained,
they will review program materials and be prepared to discuss those materials
by providing the panel with a detailed analysis of strengths and weaknesses
of assigned programs. As always, each program will be reviewed by at least
two readers, one of whom will be a CoA member. The PRCs will not make
any recommendations regarding accreditation. The CoA accepted nominations
for PRCs through May 5, and those individuals selected will be listed
on the accreditation website.
Policy Changes
The CoA has approved several additions to its Implementing Regulations.
- C-20. Disclosure of Education/Training Outcomes and Information Allowing
for Informed Decision-Making to Prospective Doctoral Students
- E2-1(a). Procedures for Panel Review of Programs at CoA Meetings
- E3-5. Conflict of Interest Policy for Program Review Consultants
In addition, the following Implementing Regulation has been revised:
- IR E2-1. Committee on Accreditation Meeting Procedures
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2007 Program Reviews Scheduled
Programs scheduled for site visits in 2007 have been notified of their cycle
assignments, which are posted on the accreditation website. Self-study instructions for all programs being site visited during 2007 are now available. New applicants for initial accreditation will be posted as they arrive.
Accepting Third-Party Testimony
The CoA is accepting third-party testimony from students, faculty, and consumers on all programs scheduled for a 2007 site visit and periodic review. For details on providing third-party testimony, refer to section 7 of the Accreditation Operating Procedures, located at http://www.apa.org/ed/oprtgprcd.pdf.
Annual Report Online Open
The Annual Report Online (ARO) will be open from April 17 until September 15. All accredited programs must complete this report. Please contact Kimberly Kirkpatrick with any questions.
ARO Preparatory Data Sheets are available on the accreditation website for programs to download and use to collect data prior to entry into the online system. These are provided for the convenience of accredited programs and will not be accepted in lieu of completing the report online.
Now Available!
The 2004 Annual Report of the CoA is now available. This report includes a summary of actions taken by the CoA, as well as aggregate statistics on accredited programs. Contact
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