These case studies can be used as facilitated training exercises for the entire board or board committees. They can also be used profitably for reflection by individual board members.

• Case Study 1. Board Engagement and the Self-study
• Case Study 2. Enlisting One’s Accreditor to Help With Difficult Decisions
• Case Study 3. Substantive Change
• Case Study 4. Changing Accreditors
• Case Study 5. A System Board’s Dilemma
• Case Study 6. An Accreditation Threat

Members can access the full toolkit:

Section 1. Introduction

Section 2. Understanding Accreditation Standards and Policies

Section 3. The Accreditation Process: Gaining Value at Every Stage

Section 4. Accreditation Challenges

Section 5. Case Studies, Additional Resources