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2026 Accreditation Manual

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Learning the Basics & Free Resources

​​Visit our ABHES Accreditation Resources page for free resources, guides, and tips for the new ABHES applicant: 


  • ABHES Eligibility Assessment.
  • ABHES Readiness Assessment.
  • ​From Licensed to Accredited in 4 Milestones.
  • ABHES Reference Guides. 


Are you considering starting the accreditation process with ABHES? Learn about upcoming workshops, webinars, and application timelines. 


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ABHES Webinars

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Updated February 2026

Request a free consultation by calling 786-618-2277, completing the free session request form, or emailing [email protected]. We serve clients nationwide and are accredited by the Better Business Bureau with a BBB A+ Rating. Count on us to help you with your career school needs.


ABHES webinars cover a variety of topics, including preparing for visits, preparing self-evaluation reports, financial capability, and standards review. Scheduled webinar dates:


April 15 and 22, 2026

​June 30, 2026

August 4 and 26, 2026

October 6 and 22, 2026 

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Initial Applicant Assistance 

Our services as accreditation consultants have helped many vocational schools and colleges conquer this important milestone. Visit our ABHES Consulting page for a description of the services readily available. We invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation.


Complimentary Consultation

ABHES has issued a revised accreditation manual effective January 1, 2026. To download, visit the official ABHES Accreditation Manual page. 


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ABHES Accreditation News & Event Dates 

ABHES accreditation timeline for institutional initial applications submitted and accepted between February 1, 2026, and July 31, 2026: 

  • Draft Self-Evaluation due Nov 15, 2026
  • Preliminary Visit between Feb-March 2027
  • Final Self-Evaluation due May 15, 2027
  • ​On-Site Team Visit between Aug-Oct 2027
  • Commission Review & Approval Jan 2028


For additional timelines, visit ABHES's official accreditation timelines page.


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March 19-20, 2026

Hyatt Regency New Orleans
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ABHES Accreditation Timeline

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February 12, 2026

​March 17, 2026

​September 11, 2026

​October 16, 2026

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ABHES National Conference

Initial Accreditation Workshops