The process of achieving programmatic accreditation typically involves several steps:
1. Self-Study: The institution conducts a comprehensive self-study to evaluate its program against the accrediting body's standards. 2. Application: The institution submits an application for accreditation, including the results of the self-study. 3. Peer Review: A team of peer reviewers visits the institution to assess the program in person. 4. Decision: Based on the self-study and peer review, the accrediting body makes a decision to grant or deny accreditation. 5. Continuous Improvement: Accredited programs must regularly submit reports and undergo periodic re-evaluations to maintain their status.