Benefits of Accreditation
Why Should Your Program Be CAHIIM Accredited?
- Public recognition of undergraduate and graduate degree programs
- Consultation services
- Searchable program directory
- Comprehensive, 'online' accreditation review processes
- Interactive, online program evaluation plan
- Communications network includes Web site and e-newsletter
- Benchmark data and best practices for continuous improvement
- Conference workshops and presentations covering program management, student learning outcomes assessment, and quality improvement practices
- White Papers and program resources
For Students
- Quality programs provide professionally required knowledge and skills
- Search for Programs in the CAHIIM Directory
- Employment and marketability
- Establishes academic eligibility for applicable professional certifications
For Colleges and Universities
- Promotes continuous quality improvement through monitoring and reevaluation
- Provides online assessment tools for outcome metrics and trend data
- Adherence to the Code of Good Practice of the Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA) as a member organization
For Employers
- Assurance that graduates have expected knowledge and skills
- Curriculum relevant to today's electronic health record (EHR) environment
