Accreditation Procedures Research Articles

Понятие и признаки стадий административной процедуры государственной аккредитации в сфере высшего образования

The article is devoted to defining the structure of state accreditation of educational activities in the field of higher education as an independent administrative procedure. A theoretical definition of its stage formulated as a relatively independent set of procedural actions performed within the timeframe and in the sequence determined by regulatory acts in order to assess the compliance of the implementation of a specific educational program by an educational organization of higher education with the established accreditation indicators. Based on the consideration of theoretical views and provisions of regulatory legal acts, the author outlines the structure of the administrative procedure of state accreditation of educational activities in the field of higher education. It is proposed to understand it as a set of mandatory stages — initiation of an accreditation case, consideration of an accreditation case and decision-making on it, provision of the result of a state service for state accreditation of educational activities, accreditation monitoring, as well as an optional stage, which is the correction of typos and (or) errors in the information contained in the register.

Conception of a Recognized Accreditation for a Senior-Friendly Hospital: The Accreditation “Hospital Attentive to the Elder”

ObjectivesConsideration of the need to strengthen the commitment of professionals to the good care of the older population in hospitals has been emerging over the last several years. The steering committee of the geriatric sector of the hospitals of our Hospital Consortium (HC) has structured an accreditation project to promote the commitment of professionals to the good care of older adult patients in hospitals: the “Hospital Attentive to the Elder” (HAE) accreditation. This global approach aims to better adapt care to the needs of this population in the hospital and promote positive values (eg, kindness, attentive support). DesignThe creation of the HAE accreditation required the creation of an accreditation board, a referential framework, and an accreditation procedure. Setting and ParticipantsThe whole process was coordinated by the accreditation board, a multidisciplinary entity, representative of the hospitals of our HC. MethodsThe 5-step approach of the accreditation procedure includes a commitment to the HAE, with the support of the institutional board, and an internal self-assessment phase to guide the creation of action plans, followed by an accreditation cross-evaluation visit. The HAE accreditation is awarded to departments that meet the described criteria. This accreditation process was initially initiated by our HC. ResultsIn June 2021, 6 of 10 hospitals of our HC and 11 departments, which mobilized 28 medical, paramedical, and quality referents, initiated the process. All 11 departments fulfilled the criteria for the accreditation, and a ceremony to hand out the certificates was organized in December 2023. Conclusions and ImplicationsWe envisage that this accreditation process could be offered at the regional and national level to any hospital or group of hospitals with departments that receive patients aged >75 years, regardless of their specialty.

Симуляционное обучение: ключевой элемент профессиональной подготовки медицинских работников в контексте аккредитации.

The article shows the importance of simulation training in preparation for the procedure of primary specialized accreditation of medical specialists. Introduction. Simulation training is gaining popularity, and is gradually becoming one of the most important tools in medical education. It not only improves the quality of education, but also makes it more competitive. Due to the development of professional skills, including decision-making, according to pre-simulated scenarios, students and practicing medical professionals (doctors, paramedics, nurses) receive not only motivation, but also interest in mastering practical skills. In the future, they will be able to apply these skills in their professional activities. Training in simulated conditions also allows medical professionals to prepare for the accreditation procedure (primary, primary specialized). The purpose of this article is to describe the experience of using simulation training in the preparation of students of additional professional education (DPO) at the Department of Nursing Management of the branch of the Military Medical Academy in Moscow for the procedure of primary specialized accreditation (PSA). Materials and methods. We analyzed the results of the procedure of primary specialized accreditation in the specialty «medical care» and «nursing» of students who were trained at the department (nursing management) at the branch of the Military Medical Academy in Moscow in the period from September 2021 to December 2023 and practiced all practical skills in simulated conditions. Results. The analysis of the final tables with the results of the accreditation procedure for nurses and paramedics allows us to conclude that all students in the simulation center have successfully passed the accreditation procedure, training sessions provide students with a high level of training necessary for successful accreditation. Conclusions. Simulation training is an integral part of modern professional retraining and advanced training programs for medical professionals. It is a powerful tool that helps to prepare professional medical professionals for the realities of modern practice. Students and trainees who have completed such training demonstrate a higher level of knowledge, skills and abilities than those who receive traditional education.

Профессионально-общественная аккредитация как инструмент взаимодействия сферы высшего образования и работодателей

The field of education today cannot develop as a closed system, without taking into account the request formulated by employers. The contradiction between the requirements of employers and the results provided by educational organizations is one of the reasons for the decline in the quality of training. It is obvious that the dialogue between the sphere of education and the sphere of work should be based on clear mutual obligations. In many countries, the National Qualifications System (hereinafter referred to as the NSC) is used as a tool that allows building such a dialogue. In our country, according to the 238-FZ “On the independent Assessment of Qualifications”, this is an independent assessment of qualifications, just its introduction into the employment relationship “employer – applicant” and leads to those serious changes in the field of education as a supplier of qualified personnel for the labor market. In this regard, the article attempts to assess the methodological impact of the process of implementing an independent assessment of qualifications on the field of higher education through the created interaction tools, which include professional standards and the procedure of professional and public accreditation, as a system for verifying the fulfillment of their requirements. After all, it is necessary to be able to correctly assess the degree of achievement of the requirements of professional standards when students master the relevant educational programs of the university, and to focus on achieving this goal the process of designing the educational trajectory of future graduates. Because it is from the competent fulfillment of this condition that in the end the demand for trained personnel in the labor market, and, therefore, the educational program itself, which is already beneficial to the educational organization, will hang.

대학 자체 교육과정 인증제 개선을 위한 대학 간 상호 인증체계 구축에 관한 탐색적 연구

Objectives This research aims to examine the current status of individual university operation after the introduction of the university curriculum internal educational accreditation in South Korea, ten years since its implementation. The study focuses on identifying the limitations of the internal educational accreditation system and exploring possible ways for improvement.
 Methods Initially, a literature review was conducted to analyze recent trends in internal educational accreditation. Case studies of two medium-sized local universities, W University and G University, were examined to compare and analyze key elements of their respective internal educational accreditation. Based on the analysis results, limitations and improvement suggestions were derived, and through a meta-evaluative perspective, the researchers discussed and extracted a mutual authentication system as one of the factors and solutions that can be generalized.
 Results The comparison revealed similarities in both universities implementing accreditation as part of their revamped competency-based major education programs, contingent upon voluntary participation from departments. However, differences were observed in accreditation stages, targets, types of accreditation decisions, accreditation procedures, and education consulting methods. These variations can stem from differences in each university's educational conditions and approaches to curriculum redesign. Regardless of the approach, limitations are inevitable. Therefore, this study proposes a mutual accreditation system model focused on inter-university exchange and collaboration as an improvement strategy for the current internal educational accreditation system.
 Conclusions Such a mutual accreditation system could enhance objectivity and fairness in accreditation while generating new ideas for curriculum improvement, facilitating the development of new courses, and discovering joint educational programs aligned with future trends in higher education. Moreover, the proposed model suggests different application scopes based on the degree of participation and level of collaboration during curriculum development, operation, or evaluation. This differentiated approach aims to provide important insights for universities seeking improvements in their internal educational accreditation systems.

Remote operation of cross-sectional imaging devices as a new form of teleoperation: Structural, technical, regulatory, and qualification aspects in Germany.

There is a significant shortage of radiographers in Germany and this shortage is expected to increase. Thus, it is becoming increasingly difficult for radiological facilities to adequately provide their services for the required period of time. Teleradiology has already been established for electronic transmission of diagnostic radiographic imaging examinations between two geographical locations for diagnostic reporting. Recently, the concept of teleoperating radiological devices has become increasingly attractive. We examined the potential of teleoperating magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in radiological facilities within the German regulatory framework in order to address the shortage of qualified personnel. To this end, we are introducing the concept of remote scanning, the structural foundations, the technical requirements associated with it, as well as the legal and educational qualifications of the relevant professional groups. Furthermore, suggestions regarding nomenclature and necessary standard operating procedures to efficiently integrate teleoperation into a clinical workflow adhering to high patient safety standards are provided. Companies provide technical solutions or even experienced radiographers as a service on demand for teleoperating radiological imaging devices remotely from a distance. There should be a comprehensive on-site strategy to effectively embed remote scanning into clinics. Local information technology and data security institutions should be involved in implementation. In order to guarantee that the remote operation workflow is able to provide health care services in line with regulative and legal standards, it is essential to implement standardized personal and institutional training, certifications, and accreditation procedures. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and checklists for the involved staff, which are adapted to the local workflow in the participating facilities, are beneficial. Remote MRI scanning is an evolving technology that further expands the concept of teleradiology to include teleoperations and provides flexibility with respect to the staffing of MRI operators. Careful consideration and dedicated expertise of all involved parties are required to ensure patient safety, meet regulations, and successfully integrate teleoperations into clinics. · Remote MRI scanning expands the concept of teleradiology.. · Remote scanning provides flexibility regarding the staffing of MRI operators.. · IT and data security institutions should be involved when implementing remote scanning.. · Comprehensible SOPs and checklists should be established for remote MRI scanning.. · Radiation protection legislation does not allow purely remote CT scanning.. · Deistung A, Gussew A, Schneider J et al. Remote operation of cross-sectional imaging devices as a new form of teleoperation: Structural, technical, regulatory, and qualification aspects in Germany. Fortschr Röntgenstr 2024; 196: 928 - 938.

Enhancing Accreditation Processes in Polytechnic of Media Kreatif Through Cloud-based Academic Data Collection and Analysis

Data retention plays a crucial role in the accreditation process of an on-campus program of study. Since 2012, Polytechnic of Media Kreatif has been engaged in the implementation of accreditation procedures. However, the effectiveness of these procedures is hindered by the decentralized storage of data, resulting in disruptions throughout the data-gathering process. Consequently, stakeholders have difficulties in their efforts to evaluate and accredit study programs, as they are required to manually look through individual files and data. This research anticipates that the deployment of centralized data storage for certification purposes will alleviate the challenges previously associated with this process. The agile method was used to develop the systems. In conclusion, this study found that the applications that have been created to help with the management of accreditation-related data were supported by a well-running black-box test. It is also backed by an average usability test of 74%.
 Keywords: cloud storage, data management, agile method

Medical informatics and biophysics in medical universities of European countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis

<b>Aims:</b> This systematic review aims to assess the prominence of medical informatics and biophysics in European medical schools, recognizing the growing importance of technology in healthcare.<br /> <b>Methodology:</b> A comprehensive search of Medline and PubMed databases was conducted by employing MeSH terms and relevant keywords following PRISMA guidelines.<br /> <b>Results:</b> The review reveals limited body of research on this topic, with 41 relevant studies identified. These studies underscore the value of medical informatics and biophysics in medical education. They emphasize the necessity of certification and reveal variations in curricula and training across European nations.<br /> <b>Scientific novelty:</b> This study contributes to existing literature by highlighting the scarcity of research on subject.<br /> <b>Conclusions:</b> The findings emphasize the significance of incorporating medical informatics and biophysics into medical education across European nations. Standardization, international guidelines, and accreditation procedures are imperative to ensure the competence of healthcare professionals in utilizing technology and information systems effectively.

Accreditation of stroke programs at the MENA + region; between aspiration and reality

IntroductionDespite global progress in stroke care, challenges persist, especially in Low- and Middle-Income countries (LMIC). The Middle East and North Africa Stroke and Interventional Neurotherapies Organization (MENA-SINO) Stroke Program Accreditation Initiative aims to improve stroke care regionally. Material & methodA 2022 survey assessed stroke unit readiness in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) + region, revealing significant regional disparities in stroke care between high-income and low-income countries. Additionally, it demonstrated interest in the accreditation procedure and suggested that regional stroke program accreditation will improve stroke care for the involved centers. ConclusionAn accreditation program that is specifically tailored to the regional needs in the MENA + countries might be the solution. In this brief review, we will discuss potential challenges faced by such a program and we will put forward a well-defined 5-step accreditation process, beginning with a letter of intent, through processing the request and appointment of reviewers, the actual audit, the certification decisions, and culminating in granting a MIENA-SINO tier-specific certificate with recertification every 5 years.

Integration of digital services in the work of accreditation and simulation center of medical educational organization: experience, problems and prospects

The experience of using universal digital services in the accreditation and simulation center of Yaroslavl State Medical University for the period from 2016 to 2023 was studied. More than 1,000 specialists are trained at the center per year. Over the entire period, 4,684 people underwent the accreditation procedure. The introduction of simulation technologies into medical education requires a high level of automation and digitalization of basic processes. Implemented tools and services of a modular object-oriented dynamic learning environment, a designer of online courses and training simulators, an electronic schedule, cloud technologies and online services, including those based on artificial intelligence. This allowed the training center to provide effective management both within the current educational process and during periods of peak load during the accreditation procedure for specialists.

The educational trajectory of medical psychologist training in historical retrospect

The aim of the work was to analyze the educational trajectory of the training of medical psychologists in historical retrospect, starting in 1995, when the positions of medical psychologists were first introduced in the Russian Federation. The method of historical and perspective analysis was used as the main research method. As a result, on the one hand, educational continuity has been established in the training of medical psychologists, starting from the moment of the introduction of this position in healthcare institutions. On the other hand, some intersections of the work functions of medical psychologists with other specialists, namely, psychotherapists, are recorded. It should also be noted that the requirements for admission to the professional activities of medical psychologists in healthcare institutions, starting in 2020, are identical to those for medical workers and involve the passage of an accreditation procedure (primary specialized or periodic, depending on work experience).

Professional qualifications, accreditation, and certification in library and information science schools: A global perspective

Library and information science schools and their accreditations play a crucial role in preparing individuals to become effective and competent library and information professionals. A number of efforts have been undertaken to analyze the accreditation standards and procedures for library and information science professionals in a specific context (e.g. country). However, there is limited research from a global perspective. This article provides an overview of the qualifications of library and information science professionals and accreditation and certification in library and information science schools around the world. A non-probability sampling strategy was employed to collect all this information. A total of 586 programs (e.g. undergraduate) from 198 library and information science schools in 69 countries was represented. The results show that an accredited national degree was the most required credential to work as a professional librarian in the field. Master’s degree programs appeared to be the most commonly offered degree programs at these schools, and English was the most popular language of instruction in all degree programs.

Improving Health Training Institutions Status to Function As Tertiary: Challenges and the Way Forward in Ghana

The objective of this opinion article is to explain how to improve Health Training Institutions Status to Function as Tertiary. Health Training Institution (HTI) is a unit under Ministry of Health of Ghana which has as its principal object the conducting of courses of training in the theory and practice of health care delivery, including nursing, midwifery and allied health subjects. These and many other measures like being abreast with accreditation procedures, improving facilities such as library, ICT and skill laboratories, general infrastructure and proper and efficient governance system coupled with good leadership style to reflect on the contemporary tertiary education system.

A Survey on Faculty’s Perceptions of Art Therapy Accreditation

In 2015, programmatic accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) was initiated for art therapy education. The study examined art therapy faculty’s perception of the CAAHEP accreditation process through a nation-wide online survey research. The mixed-method analysis supports the complexity of the current art therapy programmatic accreditation as perceived by faculty. Three main themes were identified: (1) accreditation as accountability, (2) additional burden and time-consuming, and (3) limited support and skill mismatch. The findings suggest that programmatic accreditation brings both benefits and challenges while also supporting the development of quality accreditation procedures for art therapy education.

Professional and public accreditation as a management mechanism tool of socio-economic processes in the field of additional professional education

The article is devoted to the system analysis of organizations implementing programs of additional professional education as an element of the continuing education system in the Russian Federation. The article purpose is to determine the role of the professional public accreditation procedure in the management system of socio-economic processes in the field of additional professional education. According to the results of the study, the authors concluded that, having additional socio-economic effects, the procedure of the mandatory system of professional and public accreditation of organizations in the field of additional professional education can serve as one of the tools for the development of the educational activity management mechanism. The methodology of the research includes methods of analysis and synthesis, comparative method of cognition, methods of processing statistical information. The results of the study are valuable in developing a development strategy in the field of professional retraining and advanced training of employees from the state and commercial spheres.

Self-Study Report and its Preparation Process for Saudi National Accreditation

National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA) established in 2004 is a Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. National Commission which accredits postsecondary institutions and programs within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Commission determines and monitors standards and procedures for academic accreditation and quality assurance procedures and practices. There are around 11 main requirements for any program wishing to be accredited by NCAAA. One of the very crucial requirements is the Self Study Report of the program (SSRP). This article deals with the preparation process of SSRP and what are the major contents in the SSRP and how to respond to each of them. Keywords: Accreditation, Standards, Management, Teaching and Learning, Students, Faculty and Facilities

Highly Realistic Performance of a Standardized Patient in the Accreditation Procedure for Healthcare Professionals

Ensuring highly realistic simulation in training and assessing the clinical skills of healthcare professionals is one of the important tasks in the development of simulation technologies. Using the method of analyzing OSCE video fragments in the accreditation procedure, it was possible to consider the work of simulated / standardized patients when assessing communication skills in the accreditation procedure for healthcare professionals in the Russian Federation, as a condition for ensuring highly realistic simulation.

Organization of the Accreditation Procedure for Healthcare Professionals in Yaroslavl Region

During the period 2016-2023 in Yaroslavl region, 4,636 healthcare professionals underwent the procedure of primary and primary specialized accreditation. Optimal approaches to providing organizational and technical support for the accreditation procedure while maintaining due objectivity and rigor of the event created all the necessary conditions for comfort and satisfaction with the event on the part of all participants.

Introduction Of Communication Stations Within The Framework Of The Primary Specialized Accreditation Procedure: Residents’ View

Communication between the doctor and the patient is an important component of the treatment process and is of great importance for the effective and successful restoration of health.

Consumption values, image and loyalty of Malaysian travellers towards Muslim-friendly accommodation recognition (MFAR)

PurposeThis study aims to ascertain consumption values of Muslim tourists, attitudes, satisfaction and loyalty towards a Muslim-friendly accommodation, which has gained recognition from the Malaysian Government. Subsequently, an overall Muslim-friendly image was examined as a moderating variable within the associated relationship.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative research design with a purposive sampling technique was chosen through a sample size of 378 people in Malaysia and distributed via social media. The respondents were selected based on the Muslim-friendly accommodation recognition (MFAR) initiatives, a procedure of accreditation which acknowledges Muslim-friendly accommodation for tourists. To obtain data from those travellers, structured questionnaires were used. SmartPLS was used for data analysis in this study.FindingsThe values which were found to have an influence on attitude towards a Muslim-friendly accommodation are related to social, emotional, economic, functional, monetary and epistemic elements. On the other hand, hedonic, conditional, Islamic and altruistic values were found to be insignificant in determining the attitude towards a Muslim-friendly accommodation. Subsequently, an overall Muslim-friendly image was found to moderate the relationship between social, monetary and altruistic values and its link concerning attitude towards the accommodation, while the rest of the relationships were not significant. More importantly, attitude seems to have an impact on satisfaction, as well as its loyalty towards a Muslim-friendly accommodation.Research limitations/implicationsFirstly, it begins with understanding Malaysia, one of the developing countries in Southeast Asia. Secondly, data was collected from participants using a survey method, from purposive sampling which may limit the findings’ generalizability. Thirdly, this study focussed exclusively on the perceived value dimensions associated with Muslim-friendly accommodation, thus, disregarding consumers who may associate with other types of tourism and hospitality elements.Practical implicationsThe results provide a fresh insight and a better understanding regarding the consumption values and all of its related components towards customer loyalty of the Muslim-friendly accommodation in Malaysia. In addition, the findings deliver new information and a deeper understanding of relevant values in Malaysia’s Muslim-friendly accommodation, which can be used as a standard guideline by industry practitioners, local and abroad.Social implicationsThis research supports service providers in developing effective brand management strategies for their own businesses. Apparently, this study discovers that emotional values tend to be the most important values in determining attitude towards Muslim-friendly accommodation.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the studies examining the overall perceived Muslim-friendly image within the consumption values that are relevant from an Islamic viewpoint. It provides policymakers, as well as the industry players, some reliable approaches for enhancing Muslim-friendly accommodation.