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Accreditation
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How Does DEAC Accreditation Work for Online Colleges?
Updated September 20, 2023 | Doug Wintemute
Online colleges need accreditation just like traditional schools. DEAC accreditation ensures you qualify for federal aid and get a quality online education.
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What Jobs Require a Professional License?
Updated September 20, 2023 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.
A quarter of jobs in the U.S. require a professional license, including many roles in the healthcare, education, law, and social services fields.
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How Does Psychology Accreditation Work? And Which Accreditors Should You Look For?
Updated September 19, 2023 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.
Considering a psychology degree? Discover how psychology accreditation works and how APA accreditation differs from other psychology accreditations.
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What Happens if Your School Loses Accreditation?
Updated September 20, 2023 | Kim-Ling Sun
If your school loses accreditation, don't fret! Here are some ways to help you get back on track to successfully finishing your degree.
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Accreditation in Healthcare: What Accreditors Should You Look For?
Updated September 20, 2023 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.
Considering a career in healthcare? Healthcare accreditation ensures you get a quality education and can qualify for professional licensure.
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What Is Institutional Accreditation? And Why Is It So Important?
Updated September 20, 2023 | Anne Dennon
Institutional accreditation helps colleges prove their educational merit in addition to making them eligible for federal financial aid.
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Are Trade Schools Accredited? Yes — Here’s How It Works
Updated March 12, 2024 | Doug Wintemute
Accredited trade schools graduate millions of skilled professionals each year. Learn about how the accreditation process works and why it's important.
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Business School Accreditation: How Does It Work?
Updated September 5, 2023 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.
Considering a bachelor's in business or an MBA? Learn how business school accreditation works and the differences between AACSB vs. ACBSP vs. IACBE.
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How Does Nursing Accreditation Work? And Which Accreditor Is Best?
Updated November 16, 2023 | Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.
Nursing accreditation recognizes high-quality programs. Learn more about nursing school accreditation and the difference between ACEN vs. CCNE accreditation.
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Is University of Phoenix Accredited? 101 Accredited For-Profit Schools
Updated September 19, 2023 | Thomas Broderick
Unaccredited schools usually fail to provide a quality education. Discover which for-profit schools are accredited — and which ones you should avoid.
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