CARF 101: Preparing for Successful Accreditation

Achieving CARF accreditation requires a commitment to excellence.

Presented by CARF staff, CARF 101s are intended for a variety of audiences, including organizations that are:

• Exploring CARF accreditation.
• Preparing for their first CARF survey.
• Needing a refresher prior to a CARF resurvey.

CARF 101s are comprehensive and engaging two-day training sessions designed to help organizations prepare for successful accreditation.

Topics vary depending on the audience and may include:

• An overview of the accreditation process, including an examination of the value of accreditation for organizations, consumers, and the public.
• An overview of CARF standards, including the ASPIRE to Excellence® quality framework, which is designed to provide a logical and action-oriented approach to continuous quality improvement.
• Examples of conformance to the CARF standards, including discussion of the most frequently missed standards.

Please refer to specific events for more detailed information.

All presentations and materials are provided in English.

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In their own words:

The session on CARF accreditation standards was invigorating, and provided me with the energy, motivation, and voice to influence change. The session simplified the process and was fluid and integrative concerning day-to-day activities. I am pleased to hear that accreditation is not another “add on”, and supports the person-centered philosophy.