Accreditation Process Flashcards
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What accreditation status does CODA assign when a new periodontics program is being established and has not yet graduated its first class?
Answer: Candidate status
CODA grants candidate status to developing programs that are in the process of meeting accreditation standards prior to enrolling or graduating their first cohort.
Which CODA standard directly addresses the qualifications and ongoing development of periodontics program faculty?
Answer: Standard 3 – Educational Program
CODA Standard 3 covers educational program requirements, including faculty qualifications, responsibilities, and professional development.
If a periodontics program fails to correct a CODA-cited deficiency within the required timeframe, what is the likely outcome?
Answer: Withdrawal of accreditation
Persistent failure to correct cited deficiencies can result in CODA withdrawing accreditation from the program.
Which entity has the authority to appeal a CODA accreditation decision for a periodontics program?
Answer: The sponsoring institution on behalf of the program
The sponsoring institution (e.g., dental school or hospital) is the entity that holds accreditation and has standing to appeal CODA decisions.
What is the primary purpose of CODA's annual report requirement for accredited periodontics programs?
Answer: To monitor ongoing compliance and track any significant program changes
Annual reporting allows CODA to monitor for changes that may affect compliance with accreditation standards between formal site visits.
Which of the following program changes requires a periodontics program to notify CODA immediately?
Answer: Change in program director
A change in program director is a substantive change that must be reported to CODA promptly, as it may affect program leadership and compliance.
Which CODA standard specifically requires periodontics programs to document adequate clinical experiences for residents?
Answer: Standard 3 – Educational Program
Clinical experience requirements, including procedural minimums and case diversity, are addressed under CODA's educational program standards.