Kentucky State University: Accreditation of the Educator Preparation Provider and Approval of Programs
The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should accept the recommendations from the Accreditation Audit Committee (AAC) to grant accreditation for the Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) and approval for the initial and advanced level preparation programs at the Kentucky State University.
16 KAR 5:010 outlines the role and responsibilities of the AAC. The AAC has followed the regulatory procedures.
Should the EPSB grant continuing CAEP/EPSB state accreditation to the EPP and approve the initial and advanced preparation programs at the Kentucky State University?
KRS 161.028, 16 KAR 5:010
Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:010 identifies the requirements and processes for educator preparation providers to demonstrate evidence of meeting the standards for accreditation and program approval.
Summary: A joint CAEP/EPSB Site Visitors team conducted the virtual site visit evaluation of the EPP on Nov. 1-3, 2020. Typically, an in-person site visit, this visit was virtual based on COVID-19 restrictions established by CAEP and the state.
Under the new CAEP guidelines, the site visitors make recommendations on Areas for Improvement (AFI) and do not recommend status on standards met or not met. The site team also reviews AFIs from the previous accreditation visit and the state team members review any EPSB-cited AFIs.