Apply for AADP School Accreditation
Institutions that meet the standards of the AADP School Accreditation Program are invited to submit an application for formal accreditation.
Accreditation is granted for a five (5) year term, subject to approval, payment of applicable fees, and continued Annual School Membership participation.
Accreditation Fees
The AADP School Accreditation Program includes the following fee structure:
Application & Accreditation Review Fee
$199 (non-refundable)
Due at the time of application submission.
The application fee supports:
- Administrative review and processing
- Curriculum and eligibility assessment
- Accreditation evaluation
- Institutional onboarding and setup
Annual School Membership
$325 per year
Annual School Membership maintains:
- Active accreditation status
- Listing within the AADP Accredited School Directory
- Verification support
- Graduate pathway participation
- Eligibility to use the Accredited School designation and seal
- Promotional opportunities through AADP platforms
Failure to maintain Annual School Membership may result in expiration of Active accreditation status and removal from the public directory following the applicable grace period.
What Happens After You Apply
- Submit your completed application and $199 Application & Accreditation Review Fee
- Your institution enters administrative review
- Additional clarification or supporting documentation may be requested if necessary
- Upon approval, your institution receives activation instructions for Annual School Membership
- Your institution is listed in the official AADP Accredited School Directory
- Accreditation remains active throughout the five-year accreditation period provided Annual School Membership requirements are maintained
Accreditation Lifecycle
AADP accreditation is granted for a five-year term.
Accredited institutions should notify AADP regarding significant organizational or program changes, including:
- Institutional relocation
- Ownership changes
- School name changes
- Major curriculum revisions
- Delivery modality changes
- Significant operational restructuring
Certain material changes may require additional review.
Important Clarification
AADP School Accreditation is a professional accreditation designation issued by AADP.
It does not constitute governmental, regional, national, or academic accreditation and does not automatically grant certification eligibility to graduates.
Graduates independently satisfy applicable AADP certification requirements.
Institutions remain responsible for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Begin Your Accreditation Application
Institutions that meet AADP School Accreditation standards may begin the application process below.
The application includes institutional information, program details, curriculum information, and accreditation review materials.
A $199 non-refundable Application & Accreditation Review Fee is required at the time of submission.
Average review timelines may vary depending on application completeness and supporting documentation.
Questions Before Applying?
Not sure if your institution qualifies?
Use our contact form to ask questions regarding eligibility, accreditation standards, curriculum alignment, or participation requirements.