Resources
Policies
The policies that govern how HCDE works, how its decisions are challenged and how its name and mark may be used.
These policies bind HCDE as much as the bodies it accredits. Each one is published in full.
Privacy Policy
What personal information HCDE collects through this website and in its work, why, and what you can ask of us.
Read the policy 02Terms of Use
The terms on which you may use this website and the information in its registry.
Read the policy 03Code of Conduct
The standards of behaviour HCDE expects of its staff, reviewers, committee members and accredited bodies.
Read the policy 04Conflict of Interest Policy
How HCDE prevents personal, financial or professional interests from influencing its reviews and decisions.
Read the policy 05Complaints and Appeals Policy
How to complain about HCDE or to appeal an accreditation decision, and how HCDE will handle it.
Read the policy 06Suspension and Withdrawal Policy
When and how HCDE may suspend or withdraw an accreditation, and what happens to learners and the public record.
Read the policy 07Use of the Accreditation Mark
Who may use the HCDE name and mark, how, and what is never allowed.
Read the policyWrite to [email protected]. HCDE is a private, independent, non-governmental body. Its accreditation rests on its own published standards and does not constitute governmental recognition.
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