8 Things No One Tells You About Accreditation (But We Will)
Whether you’re a seasoned administrator or someone who got voluntold to help with the self-study, understanding how accreditation actually works and what it really means for your institution is crucial. And while there’s no shortage of formal definitions and policy handbooks out there, there’s a lot that tends to go unsaid. That’s where we come in. Today, we're sharing 8 things no one tells you about accreditation (but we absolutely will).
More Books Everyone Should Read (According to the EduCred Services Team)
Reading as an adult is a strange thing. We crave it, we romanticize it, and then we doom-scroll Instagram until midnight instead. Which is why it feels like a minor miracle every time we actually finish a book we love. When this event, as mystical as it is rewarding, happens; we want to tell everyone about it!
Higher Ed New Program Planning: Why Intentionality Beats Impulse
It can be really tempting to try to capitalize on the many student niches and needs by offering as many programs as you possibly can. But, as Icarus, taser owners, and anyone who’s ever painted an accent wall in their home will tell you: just because you can do something doesn’t mean that you should.
An Intro to Our Newest Team Member: Kadera Scanlon
What felt manageable at 8 o’clock feels completely out of control by noon. That shift from “I’ve got this” to “I’m drowning” can happen fast, and it happens to everyone. Chaos is part of life, but staying stuck in it doesn’t have to be. Let’s talk about how to start moving again, even when everything feels like too much.
The 7 Biggest Mistakes Institutions Make When Seeking Accreditation
We decided to stop gatekeeping and let you in on the top 7 mistakes new institutions make (it was originally 5, but we’re overachievers here). If you can avoid these, you’ll already be ahead of the curve and less likely to find yourself heading face-first into a compliance brick wall.
SWOT, PESTLE, or 4Ps? Which Framework Should You Use for Your Strategic Plan?
At the heart of any strong strategic plan is a clear, honest understanding of where your institution stands and what it might face in the future. That’s where tools like SWOT, PESTLE, and the 4Ps come in. In this blog, we’ll walk through how to choose the right tools (spoiler: use all three), and give you practical, not-boring tips on how to actually use them to make smart, mission-aligned decisions.