ASCLAD presenter urges forensic labs to make 'quality' a culture, not just accreditation In an ASCLAD webinar, presenter Erin Forry urged forensic laboratories to adopt a culture of quality that goes beyond meeting accreditation checklists, highlighting ISO/OSAC standards, practical staffing and training steps, and ASCLAD resources including a mentoring program for five labs.

Erin Forry challenges forensic labs to transform their approach by embedding a culture of quality that transcends mere accreditation checklists.

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Paradise Valley Unified District earns systemwide Cognia accreditation Paradise Valley Unified District completed a two‑year, systemwide review and received full Cognia accreditation in June 2025; the district says the recognition covers preschool through 12th grade, includes district operations, and includes periodic six‑month and three‑year checkpoints through 2031.

Paradise Valley Unified District just achieved full Cognia accreditation after a rigorous two-year review, ensuring consistent educational excellence from preschool to high school!

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Board committee begins multi-meeting review of LMFT education requirements; staff proposes consolidated framework Staff proposed consolidating California's LMFT education rules into a single framework that would remove in-state/out-of-state designations, remove specific degree-title lists, require an integrated qualifying degree with a six-semester-unit practicum, and allow remediation through graduate coursework. Stakeholders urged caution before formally-rec

California is set to revolutionize the education requirements for marriage and family therapists by proposing a streamlined framework that eliminates confusing distinctions between in-state and out-of-state degrees.

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Board workforce committee begins multi‑year review of LMFT education, considers accreditation recognition and remediation rules The Board of Behavioral Sciences’ Workforce Development Committee reviewed a preliminary framework to modernize LMFT education requirements, discussed whether to recognize program accreditation (COAMFT/CACREP) as meeting California standards and asked staff to draft a more detailed proposal and consult subject‑matter experts on degree content and a

California's Workforce Development Committee is on the verge of transforming LMFT education requirements, tackling everything from degree recognition to essential training updates!

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State staff recommend approval of Oakwood and Miles educator‑preparation programs after site visits Department reviewers reported site visits to Oakwood University and Miles College and recommended seven‑year approvals for bachelor‑level educator‑preparation programs; the transcript records staff recommendations but no formal vote during the work session.

Alabama's education landscape is set for a transformation as state staff recommend approval for Oakwood University and Miles College's educator-preparation programs!

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Board of Education Receives Accreditation Improvement Report from Cognia Accreditation report highlights professional learning and mentoring program evaluations for staff improvement.

Clayton County's Board of Education is taking bold steps to enhance staff development and mentorship programs following a crucial accreditation review.

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Kansas State Board Approves Accreditation for All 303 School Systems The Kansas State Board of Education accredits all school systems based on action plan compliance.

The Kansas State Board of Education just approved full accreditation for all 303 school systems, marking a pivotal moment for educational progress in the state!

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Oklahoma Board recommends full accreditation for Northwest Technology Center Northwest Technology Center receives recommendation for full accreditation status after thorough review

A pivotal moment for education in Oklahoma unfolds as the Northwest Technology Center receives a glowing recommendation for full accreditation, promising to elevate vocational training standards across the state.

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Florida House approves extension criteria for nursing program accreditation House Bill 919 establishes accreditation extension criteria for nursing programs in Florida.

House Bill 919 is set to reshape nursing education in Florida by offering struggling programs a lifeline to meet accreditation standards and address healthcare workforce shortages.

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Senator Neal critiques House Bill 4's impact on Kentucky universities' funding and accreditation Senator Neal expresses concerns over unintended consequences of House Bill 4 on universities.

Kentucky lawmakers are embroiled in a heated debate over House Bill 4, with concerns that it could undermine the very foundations of the state's universities and their critical role in education.

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Oklahoma State Regents mandate standards for out-of-state degree-granting institutions Oklahoma establishes accreditation requirements for out-of-state colleges to ensure educational quality.

Oklahoma's new Senate Bill 760 could redefine higher education by enforcing strict standards on out-of-state colleges to protect students from subpar institutions.

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