Educational Programming
Accreditation Liaison Officers
Save the date for upcoming events and trainings for accreditation liaison officers.
August 26, 2026 Training
ALO Visit Refresher Training
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
Preparing for an evaluation visit this fall or spring of 2027 This refresher training will walk ALOs through the essential tools, strategies, and best practices for effectively hosting evaluation teams. Whether you’re new to the process or need a quick update, this session will ensure you’re ready to host a successful visit.
September 2, 2026 Training
New ALO Training
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
Learn the essential responsibilities of the Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) and gain insights into key accreditation processes, proven best practices, and effective strategies for success in the role. This training is ideal for ALOs seeking practical guidance on report submissions, evaluation visits, and ongoing compliance with NWCCU Standards and policies.
September 11, 2026 Town Hall
ALO Fall Town Hall
(10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT)
Join your liaisons and Commission staff to learn about changes to processes, policies, and updates from the Summer Commission meeting and discuss NWCCU Standards revision updates.
September 18, 2026 Webinar
Substantive Change Webinar
(10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT)
Join Commission staff as they discuss NWCCU’s substantive change policies and procedures. Whether you are a seasoned ALO or new to the role, this is an opportunity to gain clarity on the substantive change process, understand key requirements, and ensure compliance.
Evaluators
Save the date for upcoming events and trainings for peer evaluators and chairs. Refresher training invitations will be sent to individuals in the months of January and July.
Fall 2026 Refresher Trainings
Dates Subject to Change
Tuesday, August 11
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
EIE Chair Refresher Training
Wednesday, August 12
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
EIE Evaluator Refresher Training
Monday, August 17
(1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. PT)
Ad Hoc Refresher Training
Tuesday, August 18
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
Mid-Cycle Chair Refresher Training
Wednesday, August 19
(10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT)
Mid-Cycle Evaluator Refresher Training
Wednesday, August 19
(1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. PT)
Prison Education Program Evaluator Training
December 1, 2026 – New Evaluator Training
New Evaluator Training is held annually at the NWCCU Annual Conference. New evaluator invitations will be sent out in August 2026. To learn more about becoming a NWCCU peer evaluator, please visit our webpage, “Become a Peer Evaluator.”
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