How to apply for accreditation.

• Submit application form, required documents and fee
• Pre-assessment: Initial review of application and requests for additional information or clarification

On-site Assessment

• Assessors identify any areas or items that do not meet the specific program requirements and suggest corrective action
• Additional audits and follow-up visits as set out in accreditation requirements

Approval

• Report prepared including recommendation about whether or not to grant accreditation
• Review by the Standards Council of Canada
• Final decision

Accreditation

• Upon approval, accreditation and trademark license agreements are signed
• Notice of accreditation posted to Standards Council of Canada website