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The curriculum accreditation process is an opportunity for individual agencies to have their classroom-based and/or online training programs receive APPA endorsement and be acknowledged as meeting an approved training standard.
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The American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) Curriculum Accreditation Program recognizes organizations delivering high-quality training aligned with rigorous industry standards. Earning this accreditation affirms that your in-person or online programs are relevant, effective, and reflect the latest best practices. This positions your organization alongside APPA, the industry leader, demonstrating a commitment to training excellence and supporting the continued growth of community corrections professionals nationwide.
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Accreditation Cost and Application
To support the review process, a small accreditation fee is required.
Final payment is due if approval is granted for APPA Contact Hours.
Please see below for associated costs and applications.
First Time Course/Curriculum
Accreditation
APPA Member: $25/contact hour*
Non-Member: $50/contact hour*
New Applications
Classroom-based Courses/Curriculum
MS Word
PDF
Online or Distance Learning-based Courses/Curriculum
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Reaccreditation Of Previously APPA Accredited Courses/Curriculum
APPA Member: $15/contact hour*
Non-Member: $35/contact hour*
Re-accreditation Applications
Classroom-based Courses/Curriculum
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Online or Distance Learning-based Courses/Curriculum
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*Additional costs may be incurred based on the amount of material to review.
If additional costs are assessed, APPA will discuss additional costs with the submitting agency prior to beginning the review process.
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Post-Accreditation Approval
Once a course or curriculum is accredited by APPA, the organization will be granted permission to display the official APPA Accreditation logo and use an approved statement affirming accreditation, as provided by APPA. Accreditation is generally granted for three years before re-accreditation must be submitted.
Please note that accreditation does not authorize the use of the general APPA organizational logo on courses, training materials, marketing content, or other related materials. Only the designated APPA Accreditation logo may be used for this purpose.
There are additional guidelines and restrictions regarding the use of APPA’s branding on external websites and materials. For full details, please contact APPA directly.
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If you have any additional questions for the APPA Professional Development Team, please contact Joshua Nelsen.
Joshua Nelsen, M.A.
Professional Development Manager
(859) 244-8236
email
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