CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation)

CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) is an organization that sets standards to ensure teacher education programs prepare effective and qualified educators. They evaluate colleges and universities that train future teachers to ensure their programs meet quality benchmarks in curriculum, candidate assessment, and candidate impact on student learning. Accreditation by CAEP signifies that a program adheres to high quality standards, helping to ensure teachers are well-prepared to support student success in diverse classrooms. This process promotes continuous improvement and accountability within teacher preparation programs nationwide.