Updated Accreditation Standards

Staff-to-student ratio and Student Workers clarified.


IACS Standards are now better aligned

with today’s higher education

mental health counseling center needs.

Standards related to the staff/student ratio and the use of student workers have been adjusted.

The updated standards are available here.

Setting the benchmark for

counseling services

on college and university campuses.

Validating your center’s

critical role on campus with

key decision makers.

Assuring students and parents

the on-campus counseling center

meets the highest standards

Why

Get Accredited

Gain a recognized stamp of approval that benefits your center, your school and your students

See the impact

How

To Get Accredited

Complete a tiered review process with access to supportive accredited center directors.

Take the first step

What

Accreditation Means for Parents

Certified high quality care is accessible to your student if ever needed.

Learn who is accredited

Meet our current leaders

Monica Osburn President of the Board; Chris Corbett VP

Meet the President and VP of IACS.

Standards Updated

Staff-to-student ratio and Student Workers Standards

IACS Standards related to the staff/student ratio and the use of student workers have been adjusted.

Download the updated Standards.

No More Site Visit Fees!

New All-in-One Fee Structure

We now have a single annual accreditation fee that includes all previous fees (site visits, evaluation, etc.).

Learn more here.