Breaking New Ground: Transformative Lessons from the CEC Accreditation Process

Join CEC Accreditation Commissioners as they share lessons learned, challenges faced, and strategies developed during the accreditation process. Learn how one university became the first accredited institution and gain insights into preparing for CEC recognition that strengthens program quality and promotes excellence in special education teacher preparation.Participants will be able to: 1. Identify key components of the CEC accreditation process. 2. Apply strategies to align coursework, field experiences, and assessments with CEC Professional Preparation Standards. 3. Develop an action plan toward accreditation.