Instructors and their programs gain accountability and credibility. Accreditation provides recognized standards for graduates. Schools can offer career opportunities to students. Students learn more because the program is focused. Students can move to a different state and retain national credentials.
Employer benefits Employers have access to a potential work force with basic technical skills.
Employers can expect quality work and professionalism from students. Partnership with education and instructional content that is compatible with industry. Accreditation Standards PrintED outlines and documents the shared responsibilities of industry and education for excellence in printing education through a system of nine program standards developed jointly by industry and educational leaders. The instructional staff must maintain technical competency, earn at least the minimum score on the PrintED instructor Data Form, and meet all state and local requirements for accreditation. Purpose Program must have clearly stated program goals related to the needs of the students and employers served.