Steps and Requirements to achieve NAEYC Accreditation

 
Overview
 
Step 1
Enrollment
 
Step 2
Application
 
Step 3
Candidacy
 
Step 4
Meet & Maintain the Standards


Step 4: Maintaining NAEYC Accreditation Step 4 FAQs

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Your program has worked hard to achieve NAEYC Accreditation and we applaud you. An NAEYC-accredited program is the mark of quality in early childhood education - display your NAEYC accreditation certificate with pride! In order to maintain your accreditation throughout your five-year term, you must submit Annual Reports and complete a Self Report of Changes when your program experiences a major change. Your program is also eligible to receive Random Unannounced Visits and is responsible for submitting materials for reaccreditation in a timely manner to Avoid a Lapse as you Pursue Reaccreditation. For more information about maintaining your accreditation, please click on the appropriate links in the menu above.