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Accreditation: Its Nature, Process, and Effective Implementation

Mr. Pagliarulo is Assistant Professor and Assistant Director, School of Allied Health Professions, Division of Physical Therapy, Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY 14850 (USA). He is currently a doctoral candidate in the Higher-Postsecondary Education Program, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13210.

The purpose of this article is to describe what accreditation is, how it operates, and how it can be used effectively for self-improvement. The nature of accreditation is presented in terms of its definition, purpose, types, and governmental influence. Accreditation is presented as a four-step process, of which self-study is the foremost step. Seven principles for a successful self-study are discussed. When accreditation is viewed and administered appropriately, it is an opportunity for self-improvement and a tool for quality assurance.

Key Words: Physical therapy • Quality assurance, health care • Self administration

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