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Guides, checklists and policies published by HCDE, in full, so that nothing about how it works is hidden from applicants or the public.

Everything here is open to read, and can be printed or saved as a PDF from your browser.

For applicants

Standards HandbookAll eight standards on one page, with what is expected and the evidence reviewers look for.Read Self-Study GuideHow to assess yourself honestly, structure the document and present the evidence.Read Application ChecklistThe documents to gather before you apply, grouped by what they show.Read Fees and MembershipThe fee structure and how membership relates to accreditation.Read

Policies

Privacy PolicyWhat personal information HCDE collects through this website and in its work, why, and what you can ask of us.Read Terms of UseThe terms on which you may use this website and the information in its registry.Read Code of ConductThe standards of behaviour HCDE expects of its staff, reviewers, committee members and accredited bodies.Read Conflict of Interest PolicyHow HCDE prevents personal, financial or professional interests from influencing its reviews and decisions.Read Complaints and Appeals PolicyHow to complain about HCDE or to appeal an accreditation decision, and how HCDE will handle it.Read Suspension and Withdrawal PolicyWhen and how HCDE may suspend or withdraw an accreditation, and what happens to learners and the public record.Read Use of the Accreditation MarkWho may use the HCDE name and mark, how, and what is never allowed.Read

About decisions and the registry

Decisions and Status DefinitionsThe decisions the committee can take and the statuses shown in the registry.Read Accreditation ProcessThe six stages from inquiry to annual monitoring.Read GlossaryPlain definitions of the terms HCDE uses.Read

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