The Self-Assessment Checklist is more than an annual reporting requirement. It’s a valuable tool for maintaining compliance, identifying areas for improvement, and documenting progress between accreditation cycles. Discover how a consistent, thorough self-assessment process can strengthen accountability, support continuous improvement, and help IACET Accredited Providers prepare for reaccreditation with confidence.
Trust in continuing education and training extends beyond the quality of instruction. It also depends on transparency, accountability, and respect for intellectual property. This article highlights how clear disclosure practices, responsible use of learning materials, and consistent organizational policies support quality assurance, strengthen learner confidence, and reinforce the principles of the IACET Standard.
What happens when an organization’s mission and learning strategy are truly working toward the same goal? Bradley Davis, Vice President of Accreditation & Training at IACET, uses an unexpected connection to video game design to show why mission alignment matters. See how connecting organizational purpose to learning outcomes, evaluation, and decision-making can create a more intentional and cohesive learning experience.
What separates a learning experience people merely sit through from one that actually changes what they can do? This four-part series breaks down the full arc of quality — starting with what "quality" really means beyond satisfaction scores, moving into the curriculum design decisions that set a session up to succeed, then into what it actually takes to facilitate that design well once real people are in the room. We close by turning a critical eye on our own assumptions: How do you know any of it actually worked? Whether you're building continuing education programs, association learning content, or professional development experiences, this series offers a practical framework for designing with intention — and verifying it delivers.
Effective training starts with more than engaging content and skilled facilitators. Alyssa Kaszycki of Training Industry explores why strategic alignment is the foundation of great training and how connecting learning initiatives to organizational priorities, stakeholder needs, and measurable outcomes can strengthen training’s impact and demonstrate its value to the organization.
