Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Catalog Accreditation Requirements

January 24, 2025

The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is one of the most respected accrediting bodies in the allied health field. As a programmatic accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), CAAHEP sets the standards that ensure students graduate ready to succeed in their chosen healthcare professions. These standards are developed by professionals within each discipline to reflect the real-world knowledge and skills students need after graduation.

If your institution is seeking or maintaining CAAHEP accreditation, it’s essential to ensure that your academic catalog meets its rigorous requirements. To make the process easier, Clean Catalog has outlined key catalog-specific standards that institutions must follow to remain compliant.

What Must Be Included in Your Academic Catalog?

CAAHEP requires your institution’s catalog and all other publications to provide accurate, comprehensive information about your programs. Here are the critical details your catalog should include:

Accreditation Information

  • Institutional and programmatic accreditation status
  • The name and website address of CAAHEP

Admissions and Academic Policies

  • Admissions policies and procedures
  • Technical standards for program admission
  • Occupational risks associated with specific programs
  • Policies on advanced placement, transfer of credits, and credits for experiential learning

Program Details

  • Total number of credits required to complete each program
  • Availability of articulation agreements for transfer of credits
  • Tuition, fees, and other costs required to complete the program
  • Academic calendar

Student Support and Policies

  • Policies and processes for withdrawal, tuition/fee refunds, and clinical assignments
  • Student grievance and appeals processes
  • Criteria for successful completion of the curriculum and graduation requirements
  • Policies for students performing clinical work while enrolled in the program

Program Outcomes

  • An accessible, public, online summary of student/graduate achievement. This must include one or more of the following program outcomes: results from national credentialing examinations, programmatic retention rates, and job placement rates in related professions.

Stay Ahead of Accreditation Requirements

Ensuring that your academic catalog meets CAAHEP’s standards isn’t just about compliance—it’s about demonstrating your commitment to transparency and student success. At Clean Catalog, we specialize in helping institutions like yours create catalogs that are accurate, compliant, and easy to update.

If you’re ready to streamline the process and ensure your catalog reflects the highest standards, contact a Clean Catalog representative today!