Earning CARF® accreditation is a significant achievement that reflects an organization’s commitment to quality and accountability. However, the path to accreditation can be challenging—especially for organizations new to the process. Even well-prepared providers can make avoidable mistakes that delay or complicate their accreditation efforts. This guide outlines the most common pitfalls and offers strategies to … Read More "Common Mistakes and Pitfalls in a CARF® Accreditation Application"

It is important that organizations collect feedback and information from persons served, personnel, and other stakeholders. Gathering information should be done on a continuous basis throughout the year. During a CARF® survey, the surveyor will review a variety of data sources to assess the organization’s compliance with CARF® standards, determine the effectiveness of its services … Read More "Ongoing Data Collection from Stakeholders in the Human Services Environment"

Why is personnel training important for CARF® accredited organizations? CARF®-accredited organizations are required to provide ongoing training for personnel as a requirement for meeting CARF® standards. Personnel must be trained on CARF® standards, as well as any governmental regulations, organization-specific policies and procedures, and position specific skills. This training is important for several reasons: It … Read More "CARF® Required Training Updates"