APA Accreditation "On probation"?

[psychanator]

I have a question I'm hoping some of you may be able to answer....

In reviewing the APA's list of accredited programs, I noticed that some schools are "On probation". I read a little bit about the accreditation process, but I was wondering what this means about a program (practically speaking, what generally causes a program to not meet the standards)? Also, do most schools on probation generally receive reaccreditation?

I'm sure this information varies by school, but I was hoping some of you may be able to provide some insight.

Thank you!

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[erg923]

I have a question I'm hoping some of you may be able to answer....

In reviewing the APA's list of accredited programs, I noticed that some schools are "On probation". I read a little bit about the accreditation process, but I was wondering what this means about a program (practically speaking, what generally causes a program to not meet the standards)? Also, do most schools on probation generally receive accreditation?

I'm sure this information varies by school, but I was hoping some of you may be able to provide some insight.

Thank you!

"Probation" isn't a precursor to full accredidation. Probation means they had it, but are now deficient in an area, and if thats not fixed within X amount of time, they will lose it.

 

[psychanator]

Thank you, erg923. I meant to type "reaccreditation" .

 

[Therapist4Chnge]

Re-acred. happens every 3-7 years, that is normal. As long as the program has been in good standing, re-acred. shouldn't be a concern for a prospective student. "On Probation" is an entirely different animal, and it is quite the red flag. It takes *a lot* to be placed on probation because the APA providers a number of opportunities to remediate before they get stuck with the "on probation" label.

 

[psychanator]

Thank you, Therapist4Chnge!

Yes, I was curious to know about what probation says about a program and how it may affect a the reaccreditation process. It does seem like a red flag. Is is appropriate to ask about this, in say an interview? Are there types of things that generally warrant such a "probation" status?

Thanks for your help!

 

[futureapppsy2]

Some programs--CUNY, for example--will list on their website why they are on probation but not all will do this. I think all have to direct you to somewhere (usually a phone number and/or email) to ask about it, though.

 

[AcronymAllergy]

Thank you, Therapist4Chnge!

Yes, I was curious to know about what probation says about a program and how it may affect a the reaccreditation process. It does seem like a red flag. Is is appropriate to ask about this, in say an interview? Are there types of things that generally warrant such a "probation" status?

Thanks for your help!

I'd definitely say it's fair game to ask during an interview, and I'd be very wary if a site attempted to gloss over the question by providing a cursory response. And if they were for some reason offended or upset at my asking, that'd be big red flag #2.

 

[slslmt]

Just curious as to the reason a school might voluntarily withdraw their application for accreditation? I saw this for Seattle campus of Antioch University, and it has me a bit concerned.

 

[futureapppsy2]

Just curious as to the reason a school might voluntarily withdraw their application for accreditation? I saw this for Seattle campus of Antioch University, and it has me a bit concerned.

Usually because it's been conveyed to them that they won't likely meet accreditation standards at the current time.

 

[paramour]

I'd definitely say it's fair game to ask during an interview, and I'd be very wary if a site attempted to gloss over the question by providing a cursory response. And if they were for some reason offended or upset at my asking, that'd be big red flag #2.

Although I agree, I honestly don't think most applicants would catch on to programs glossing over or providing a cursory response to such a question (as I don't think many grad students respond to such bullsh*t--from personal experience).

 

[AcronymAllergy]

Although I agree, I honestly don't think most applicants would catch on to programs glossing over or providing a cursory response to such a question (as I don't think many grad students respond to such bullsh*t--from personal experience).

Haha duly noted, although personally, even if I didn't actually respond, I'd definitely make a mental note if the response seemed at all shallow/superficial.