Timeline for Joint Accreditation Process
The Joint Accreditation application process is organized into 2 annual cycles, beginning June 1 and October 1. The length of cycles vary depending on whether your organization applies for initial accreditation or reaccreditation.
New Applicants
| Milestone | Cycle 1 | Cycle 2 |
|---|---|---|
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Determination of eligibility. Provider submits:
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June 1 | October 1 |
| Provider informed of eligibility decision | July 1 | November 1 |
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Provider deadline to submit:
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September 1 | January 1 |
| Provider informed which activity files, at a minimum, will be reviewed. | October 15 | February 15 |
| Providers contacted to establish interview date | January/February | April/May |
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Provider deadline to submit:
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March 1 | July 1 |
| Interview | April/May | August/September |
| Joint ARC Meeting | June | October |
| Provider notified of decision no later than | July 31 | December 31 |
Reaccreditation
| Milestone | Cycle 1 | Cycle 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Intent to re-apply for Joint Accreditation | June 1 | October 1 |
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Provider deadline to submit
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September 1 | January 1 |
| Provider informed which activity files, at a minimum, will be reviewed. | October 15 | February 15 |
| Provider contacted to establish interview date. | January/February | April/May |
|
Provider deadline to submit
|
March 1 | July 1 |
| Interview | April/May | August/September |
| Joint ARC Meeting | June | October |
| Provider notified of decision no later than | July 31 | December 31 |
