Council on Accreditation

ChildSavers is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).

What is COA?
COA is the accrediting body for behavioral healthcare and human service organizations. COA accreditation focuses on “contextual accreditation,” meaning that the organization’s accreditation process is customized to the organization’s needs and scope of services.

What is Accreditation?
COA accreditation is a comprehensive process that occurs every four years. ChildSavers received its original accreditation in 2003 and is currently undergoing the reaccreditation process, which is scheduled for completion in 2007. The process involves submission of a comprehensive self-study that evaluates every aspect of the organization, from leadership and governance to provision of services. ChildSavers must also undergo an on-site inspection conducted by COA peer reviewers. Achieving accreditation means that the ChildSavers complies with nationally recognized standards of best practice at all levels of the organization.

What is a COA standard?
COA standards represent goals for a field of practice recognized as a model for excellence. COA standards focus on analyzing outcomes, which can lead to improved service delivery and superior internal processes.

What does accreditation mean to you?
ChildSavers' COA accreditation means that it is an organization committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and consistent service delivery. Accreditation is our proof that we exceed the expectations of our clients.