About ASPA
The Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors
ASPA’s Role and Function
We are the only organization whose members are specialized and professional accrediting agencies. Our member accreditors set national educational standards for entry into more than 100 specialized disciplines or defined professions. ASPA, a 501(c)(3) association, works with higher education and government officials to enhance education and accreditation and functions as the only national voice for this important constituency.
Our Vision
ASPA is the authoritative voice of specialized and professional accreditation.
Our Mission
ASPA provides a collaborative forum and a collective voice for organizations that assure the quality of specialized and professional higher education programs and schools.
Our Values
The Association, the Board, and all Committees shall promote dignity, respect, courtesy, and cooperation in all aspects of the Association’s work.
Accreditor Members
See a full list of accreditors who are members of ASPA and the professions and fields of study for which they set quality standards.