Procedures, and Forms

Standards

Programs seeking accreditation must demonstrate compliance with each of the standards. 

Accreditation Handbook

This handbook is for use by individuals who are working with the Council’s accreditation process.

Forms​/Programs

• Application for Accreditation (required for new)
• Notary Form (required for new and programs pursuing renewal)
• Notice of Intent to Pursue Initial and Re-Accreditation (required for both new programs, and currently accredited programs intending to pursue renewal)
• Extension/Withdrawal Request Form

Self-Study Resources

• August 1, 2025: Seft Study Submission Link
• December 1, 2025: Self Study Submission Link
• Self Study Format and Template (updated 11/01/2020)
• Sample Self Studies 
• University of Utah
• Virginia Wesleyan University

Visit Resources

• Sample Visit Agenda 
• Visit Report Template  (revised 09-28-2023)
• Academic Program Contact Form
• Program's Evaluation of Visitation Team - Post visit

Additional Resources

• COAPRT Four-Year Corrective Action Plan (CAP)
  • Corrective Action Plan 
  • CAP Timeline Table
• Appeal Request Form
• Complaint Policy
• Permission to Use COAPRT Logo Form