Upcoming Accreditation Workshops
Attend a training to learn more about completing your self-study or becoming a site visitor.
Site Visitor Training
This training is designed to provide exposure to the Standards of Accreditation (SoA) and explore the role and functions of a site visitor. The training has two parts: a self-paced training component and a real-time training component. The self-paced training must be completed prior to the day of the synchronous training. Additional details will be provided at the time of registration.
This training is open to those interested in becoming a site visitor and is required for prospective site visitors to be eligible to conduct site visits. The criteria for being a site visitor can be found here. Experienced visitors are encouraged to attend this training at least every five years. There are no fees to attend.
For additional information about being a site visitor, click
here.
Chair Site Visitor Training
This training is designed to teach current site visitors how to effectively lead a site visit team. There are no fees to attend.
For additional information about being a site visitor, click
here.
UPCOMING DATES
Become an APA Site Visitor for Master’s Programs
(Virtual Training via Zoom)
Trainings to become a site visitor for master’s programs will be posted to this webpage as soon as they are scheduled.
Become an APA Site Visitor for Doctoral, Internship, and/or Postdoctoral Programs
(Virtual Training via Zoom)
August 19, 2026
11:00 am–5:00 pm ET
If you would like to register for this training, please email
apasitevisit@apa.org indicating that you would like to register for the Site Visitor Training.
Effectively Serving as an APA Site Visit Team Chair
(Virtual Training via Zoom)
November 4, 2026
11:00 am–3:00 pm ET
If you would like to register for this training, please email
apasitevisit@apa.org indicating that you would like to register for the Chair Training.
Self-Study Training
UPCOMING DATES
This training is designed to provide guidance on preparing a self-study based on the Standards of Accreditation (SoA) and what to expect during a site visit.
This training is open to those interested in learning more about the SoA and may be especially helpful to those submitting self-studies in the near future. There are no fees to attend. CE credits will not be provided.
Self-study trainings are not an avenue for individual program consultation; please contact the office if you have questions specific to your program.
Preparing an APA Accreditation Program Self-Study
11:00 am–5:00 pm ET
To register for the Master’s Program Self-Study Training on November 13th, click here.
Those seeking immediate training on the SoA for doctoral, internship, and/or postdoctoral programs are encouraged to complete the APA CoA’s asynchronous Accreditation Consultation Training Programs (https://accreditation.apa.org/act).
Related Pages
Applying for Accreditation and Intent to Apply Status
Current Site Visitors
Programs Applying for Initial Accreditation
Important Accreditation Dates
