Event Information

ACEND - October 2018 Program Director Workshop (2017 Standards)

Date: October 19 - 20, 2018

• Location:

Description:  The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND^®) will be offering an Accreditation Workshop prior to FNCE^® in Washington, DC.  The workshop is designed to help dietetic education program directors and others interested in ACEND accreditation learn the latest accreditation standards and specific details on how to prepare for self-study reports, program assessment reports and site visits.  This workshop will focus on preparing a self-study report or PAR based on the new 2017 standards (revised 2012 standards).  During the workshop, interactive sessions cover plans for pass rate improvement, how to conduct a self-study process and
Topics:

• Standards on Program Eligibility for ACEND Accreditation  
• Standards on Program Planning and Outcomes Assessment 
• Standards on Curriculum and Student Learning Objectives 
• Standards on Program Staff and Resources 
• Standards on Students 
• Strategies and Resources to Help You Succeed 
• Preparing Your Self-Study Report 
• Preparing for Your On-Site Evaluation 
• Procedures following the On-Site Evaluation
• Addressing the Board's Recommendations 

Date: Friday, October 19, 2018, 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM 

Saturday, October 20, 2018, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
2-3:00 PM Optional - meet with ACEND staff

CPE Credit:  12 hours (Level 2) with 7 additional CPEs credit for completing the ACEND Accreditation Modules.

Suggested Learning Needs Codes:  6060, 6070, 7100

1. Cost:  $475 per attendee or $350 for new directors of ACEND accredited programs who have paid the $250 substantive program change fee. 
2. Registration:  To register visit: https://ams.eatright.org/eweb  Registration is limited to the first 50 participants.
3. Cancellations:  Cancellations must be submitted to acend@eatright.org in writing on or before October 10, 2018 will be refunded (minus a $50.00 processing fee).  Registrations are non-refundable after October 10, 2018.
4. Lodging and Transportation:  Hotel and travel expenses are the responsibility of the attendee.  Please do not make any non-refundable travel arrangements until you have received written confirmation from ACEND that you are enrolled in the workshop.