What is the purpose of ongoing reporting and surveillance after accreditation?

• A. To ensure continued compliance with standards and monitor program performance.
• B. To periodically compare program to unrelated institutions.
• C. To increase tuition.
• D. To replace the on-site evaluation.

Answer: (A)

Ongoing reporting and surveillance are about keeping the program accountable to its standards over time. Once a program is accredited, the work doesn’t stop at a single review; it must continually demonstrate that it still meets the approved criteria and that its outcomes and operations are performing as expected. Regular data submissions, outcome measures, and progress updates help the accreditor track quality, spot trends, and prompt corrective actions if needed. This supports ongoing quality improvement and ensures stakeholders—students, employers, and the public—can trust the program remains compliant and effective. It’s not about comparing to unrelated institutions, increasing tuition, or replacing on-site evaluations, which still occur as part of the broader accreditation cycle.