ASIA PACIFIC ACCREDITATION AND CERTIFICATION COMMISSION

1. ASIA PACIFIC ACCREDITATION AND CERTIFICATION COMMISSION

2. A story of intergenerational wisdom In 1973 Member Governments of The Colombo Plan concerned with the shortage of qualified and trained technician education staff recommended to set up CPSC through an MOUsigned in 23rd Consultative Committee Meeting creating CPSC as a specialized agency of the Colombo Plan (on 5 December 1973) )

3. after one generation… In 2004 or 30 years after, the Member Countries of CPSC signed Seoul Declaration 2004 and Manila Resolution 2005 manifesting support to APACC

4. In other words…. Colombo Plan, born in the 1950s as the first multi-lateral aid in Asia, gave birth to the Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education (CPSC) in 1973, as an autonomous specialized agency and CPSC in turn, conceived APACC (at her ripe age of 31)…thus it could be considered that APACC is a third generation child of the Colombo Plan organization of nations…

5. APACC – Outcome of Prior Efforts CPSC Corporate Plan (2003-2008), Goal 1, Strategy 1.2, “to facilitate capacity building to develop Accreditation and Certification System for the Asia Pacific Region in TET”. International Conference on Accreditation and Certification, Seoul, December 2004 Regional Workshop on “Regional Accreditation Modeling and Accrediting the Accreditors” Manila, August 2005 Experts Meeting on “Competence Building in APACC accreditation”, Cheonan, Korea, June 2007

6. APACC – Outcome of Prior Efforts Seoul Declaration 2004 Manila Affirmation of Commitment 2005 Organizational Development 2006 APACC President APACC Secretariat Quality Systems and Procedures Competence Building in Accreditation 2007

7. APACC – Outcome of Prior Efforts APACC Conceptual Framework and Accreditation Models APACC 21 Policy Papers APACC Development • APACC Foundation Documents • APACC Primer • APACC Video Documentary • APACC Skills Standards • APACC Accreditation Manual • APACC Survey Instrument • APACC Handbook for Accreditors • Network of APACC Accreditors Pilot Testing

8. Agreement as Part of MOA (14 countries) • Promote the objectives and goals of APACC as mechanism for undergoing self evaluation; • Identify TVET institutions to apply for accreditation and certification by APACC; and • Tap qualified local accreditors, in addition to NCAs from the MC, for training on APACC accreditation procedures

9. APACC Framework for Accreditation Gold Silver Bronze

10. APACC ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS 2008 Silver Level • TESDA Women’s Center, Philippines Bronze Level • International Academy of Film and Television, Philippines • Bogra Polytechnic College, Bangladesh • Rangpur Technical School and College, Bangladesh • Feni Computer Institute, Bangladesh • Dhaka Mohila Polytechnic Institute, Bangladesh

11. APACC INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION FLOW CHART Responsibility Activity Procedure Description Online Inquiry and Application Applicant contacts APACC. The applicant submits accomplished application form endorsed by NCAs/NAB/HRDA. APACC processes the application within a week. Upon confirmation, notifies the institution on successful outcome and informs the institution to accomplish and submit online Self -Study guide. Applicant Institution Application Application Processing APACC Confirmation of Application APACC Applicant prepares required documents based on the Self-Study Guide within two to three months. During the Self-Study the institution may seek assistance by hiring an APACC Consultant. Conduct of Self-Study Applicant Institution Self-Study Online Submission of Self-Study Report (SSR) to APACC Applicant Institution Online submission of Self-Study Report to APACC Document Review APACC reviews SSR within two (2) weeks upon receipt of SSR. APACC During on-site visit, Team Leader conducts opening meeting and starts evaluation based on APACC’s Criteria and Policies, inspects facilities and equipment. APPAC On-Site Visit Team Evaluation On-Site Visit Activities Evaluation Review& Decision Accreditation APACC Each site-visit team members will submit report to the Team Leader on their assigned area. Team Leader prepares final report and submits to APACC President/Committee through the NCAs/NAB/HRDA. Not Accredited When the result of the report is acceptable, applicant is notified of accreditation status awarded. Accreditation and Certification Request for Appeal Applicant Institution If not accredited, applicant may submit written request for appeal. If appeal is accepted the institution will accomplish necessary corrective actions for a minimum period of six (6) months. Applicant Institution Corrective Action

12. The Self-Study Guide Contains three general Sections: 1. Profile of the Institution 2. Criteria-based Data and Self-Study 3. Institutional SWOT Analysis

13. Section 1: Profile of the Institution • Information about the institution • Status of the institution • Law/Ordinance that created the Institution, and date of establishment • Information about the Head of the Institution • Information for Communication about Other Important Officials • Any Quality Management System adopted by the institution • Vision/Mission Statement of the Institution • Area of the Institution • Other campuses of the institution • Classification of current TVET programs offered

14. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation Criterion 1: Governance and Management Criterion 2: Teaching and Learning Criterion 3: Faculty and Staff Criterion 4: Research and Development Criterion 5: Extension, Consultancy and Linkages Criterion 6: Resources Criterion 7: Support to Students

15. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION I: GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Indicator A – Administrative Structure and Bodies Indicator B – Qualifications of Administrative Staff Indicator C – Management Systems and Procedures

16. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION II: TEACHING AND LEARNING Indicator A – Institutional Objectives Indicator B – Curriculum Indicator C – Syllabus Indicator D – Instructional Materials Indicator E – Teaching Methods and Techniques Indicator F – Other Related Teaching-Learning Indicators

17. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION III: FACULTY AND STAFF Indicator A – Qualifications and Job Descriptions of Faculty Members and Staff Indicator B –Faculty Members Assignment and Load Indicator C – Systems of Recruitment, Compensation, Staff Development and Evaluation

18. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION IV: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Indicator A – Program of Research and Development Indicator B – Faculty Participation Indicator C – Dissemination and Utilization of R&D Outputs Indicator D – Management of Research and Development

19. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION V: EXTENSION, CONSULTANCY AND LINKAGES Extension Indicator A – Program of Extension Indicator B – Faculty Members Participation in Extension Projects Indicator C – Management of Extension Consultancy Indicator – Consultancy Program Linkages Indicator A – Linkage with Industry Indicator B – Consortia/Arrangements with Educational Institutions

20. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION VI: RESOURCES Financial Resources Indicator A – Financial Resources Indicator B – Financial Management Physical Plant ( Building) and Facilities Indicator A – School Campus Indicator B – Classrooms Indicator C –Other Facilities and Conditions Library Indicator A – Library Collection Indicator B – Library Space and Facilities Indicator C – Library Management System Indicator D – Other Related Library Matters

21. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation Workshops/Laboratories Indicator A – Equipment/Tools and Supplies and Materials Indicator B –Workshops/Laboratories Management Information Technology Indicator A – Computers and Licensed Software Indicator B – Other Information Technology Units

22. Section 2. Criteria for Evaluation CRITERION VII: SUPPORT TO STUDENTS Indicator A – Guidance Counselor-Student ratio Indicator B – Student Services

23. Section 3. Institutional SWOT Analysis Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats

24. The System of Evaluation

25. The System of Evaluation

26. The System of Evaluation THE INDICATORS OF QUALITY Commendations are expressions of the demonstrated strengths of the institution, e.g., it excels in providing adequately certain inputs Affirmations. These are acknowledgements of adequacy of certain inputs or provisions, healthy practices being adopted, or promising or potential achievements, but have yet to be proven or demonstrated to be successful, to deserve a Commendation. Recommendations. These are suggested measures to address or improve certain identifiable elements of weakness

27. Flowchart of Main Activities Before On-site Visit Disseminating the APACC Accreditation Program Holding Consultancies (optional) Organizing and Mobilizing Self-Study Team Initiating the Process Organizing and Supporting the Team of Accreditors Conducting Self-Study Conducting and Hosting an Evaluation Visit

28. Continuous Gathering/ validating of data or information Consolidation and validation of the data/ information DAY 2 APACC Accreditors Accreditors prepare their individual reports; i) Rating the institution based on the criteria, indicators and elements; ii) computing the summary of points; iii) identifying the finding APACC Accreditors Preparing individual reports APACC Accreditors Analysis of the data/information Data analysis i) Rating the institution based on the criteria; ii) Computing the Summary of Points APACC Accreditors Rating i) The ratings and other decisions are discussed and decided criterion by criterion; ii) adopts a consensus in all ratings; iii) accreditors reviews their individual reports; ii) identifying the findings strengths and weaknesses, and making recommendations; iv) Team Leader consolidates the Accreditor’s Report Meeting on composition of Accreditor’s Report APACC Accreditors i) Consultation with the officials and faculty of the host institution, and concluding the three-day on-site visit; ii) the Team should meet again after the exit conference to affirm the Report, or to make revisions, if necessary Finalization of the Accreditor’s report DAY 3 APACC Accreditors i) Reimbursement of travel expenses of all Accreditors; ii) payment of honoraria; iii) issuance of certificates of appearance and recognition; iv) return of all materials to Accreditation Center Clearing of obligations APACC Accreditors / Institution A Cont …. Flowchart of Main Activities During On-site Visit

29. Cont … Flowchart of Main Activities During On-site Visit A Exit conference APACC Accreditors/ Institution i) Validate findings; ii) check the accuracy of factual information/data; iii) secure feedbacks Final Team meeting APACC Accreditors Affirms report or makes revisions if necessary Closing Ceremony APACC Accreditors i) Concluding three-day on-site visit; ii) all the Accreditors must attend the closing program; iii) will inform institution that the final decision will be formally communicated to the institution within one (1) month in as much as the report will still be reviewed by a Committee, and approved by APACC

30. The System of Evaluation Example of Rating Elements in Criterion I. Indicator A – Administrative Structure and Bodies • How frequent does the institution communicate its vision and mission to stakeholders (administrators, governing board members, student, parent’s faculty, staff and community)?

31. The System of Evaluation Data Required: Annex 1. Dissemination of Institution’s Vision and Mission to Stakeholders Data Sources: • Vision and Mission Statement • Institution’s Charter or Constitution • Government Laws Affecting Institution • Corporate Plan • Quality Manual • Capability Statement • Feedback from the Stakeholders • Copies of newsletters and related correspondence

32. APACC Policies and Procedures • APACC Accreditation Status • Certificates • Competition • Complaints • Extensions • Non-compliance • Single School Accreditation • Use of the APACC’s Name • Use of APACC Official Seal and Letters • Voluntary Withdrawal

33. The APACCAccreditation Manual • The APACC Accreditation and Certification • Criteria for Evaluation • The System of Evaluation • The Self-Study Guide • Conducting and Hosting an Evaluation Visit • Qualifications, Roles and Responsibilities, Code ofConduct for Accreditors • APACC Policies and Procedures

34. APACC accreditation Instrument More accreditor friendly

35. Handbook for Accreditors APACC international code of conduct Guidelines for conducting on-site visits The system of evaluation Tasks for on-site visits • Tips In interview • Tips for writing a good report • Tips for accreditors • Do’s and Don’t’s for accreditors • Desirable attitudes of accreditors

36. Characteristics of APACC Accreditation • It is voluntary on the part of the TVET institution that may want to be accredited. • It adopts the APACC accreditation criteria as defined in this Manual. • It is a partnership endeavor between APACC and the applying institution. • It is governed by openness and transparency. • It is a form of regional regulation as a value-added dimension to augment self-regulation and/or national government regulations. • It is aimed at continual improvement leading to excellence. • It conducts external evaluations through APACC accreditors • It accredits the TVET institutions which are accredited by recognized accrediting bodies at the national or sub-regional level.

37. APACC accreditation is an internationally recognized sign of quality

38. Benefits of APACC Accreditation Accredited institutions and stakeholders enjoy the following benefits: Quality and employable workforce in member countries through APACC coordination among its network of institutions, agencies and other stakeholders; Part of a regional network of quality institutions that expand schooling and learning opportunities for students; Receiving institutions take note of whether or not the credits a student needs to transfer have been earned from an accredited institution. Employer confidence on the selection of employees coming from accredited institutions. Status of Accreditation is important to employers when evaluating credentials of job applicants and when deciding to provide support for current employees seeking further education;

39. Benefits of APACC Accreditation Transferability of credits earned by a student among educational institutions. International recognition of the institutions’ quality, accountability, and public trust; Greater workforce mobility and mutual recognition of qualifications in Asia and the Pacific region;  Eligibility and reliability of TVET institutions for funding support from donors and other lending agencies; Q - PRESTIGE

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