Please note that the National Office and Visiting Evaluators each receive accreditation materials in different formats. Please reference the Procedures for Self-Study document of the format chosen for further information.
When the application and all materials are complete, follow the timelines noted below and send hard copies of the following:
To NASM:
- Application Fee
- Application for Membership Form
- Self-Study Document and Supportive Materials:
- Three complete hard copies of the institution’s application form and Self-Study narrative, and three complete copies of all accreditation documentation including the Management Documents Portfolio (MDP) and appendices (if any) preferably in electronic format which may include an electronic copy of the Self-Study narrative and catalog, are due in the NASM National Office at least four weeks before the visit. Please note: All materials must be three-hole punched.
- NASM will notify the institution in writing regarding receipt of materials and, if applicable, any additional materials that are due.
- For complete information regarding the preparation of materials, see Procedures for the Self-Study Document for the format you are using.
To Each Visitor:
- Self-Study Document and Supportive Materials:
- One hard copy of the institution’s Self-Study narrative, and one complete copy of all accreditation documentation including the Management Documents Portfolio(MDP) and appendices (if any) preferably in electronic format which may include an electronic copy of the Self-Study narrative and catalog should be sent as early as possible, and must arrive at least four weeks before the visit so that the visitors have ample time for study and reflection before arrival.