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FAQ: How can I tell if a program is reputable and safe?

By admin | January 2, 2008

Check on how the program is licensed and/or accredited. Most states require licensure or facilities. Compliance histories are a matter of public record and can often be found on the websites of the licensing entity. One can ask the personnel at these facilities how to contact state licensure personnel to check the compliance history.

Other accrediting agencies such as the Council on Accreditation (COA) and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) accredit some of these facilities.

By clicking on “Checklist” on this website, one can find an excellent list of questions for parents to ask when evaluating a program for their child.

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