The College of Education and Human Sciences has several departments, programs, and concentrations accredited and/or endorsed by a number of different external organizations. Accreditation and endorsements show that the departments and/or programs comply with strict standards for excellence and regularly review of courses and curricula to ensure that students are well prepared to succeed in their careers.
The School of Human Ecology is accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).
The School of Human Ecology at Louisiana Tech University is proud to offer two undergraduate programs — Human Development and Family Science and Fashion Merchandising and Retail Studies — that are accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).
Accreditation by AAFCS confirms that these programs meet the highest standards of quality in family and consumer sciences education. Students in the School of Human Ecology receive a comprehensive academic experience that prepares them for professional roles focused on enhancing the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
The AAFCS Accreditation Program is built on research, best practices, and qualitative indicators of performance. It emphasizes program effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity, with a particular focus on student learning outcomes. As the field continues to evolve, accreditation standards are periodically updated to reflect current professional expectations.
This peer-reviewed accreditation process is designed to be rigorous, meaningful, and responsive to technological advancements. It applies to all post-secondary family and consumer sciences programs, regardless of differences in size, specialization, delivery methods, or institutional affiliation. Through this accreditation, the School of Human Ecology demonstrates its ongoing commitment to delivering high-impact education that meets the needs of today’s students and future professionals.
The Human Development and Family Science, Child Life concentration, is endorsed by the by the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP). This endorsement recognizes the program’s excellence in preparing students for careers as Certified Child Life Specialists.
Housed within the School of Human Ecology, this program is one of only eight undergraduate programs in the United States to achieve this distinction. The endorsement reflects the program’s alignment with ACLP’s rigorous academic and professional standards, including coursework, clinical preparation, and faculty qualifications.
Students in the Child Life concentration gain the knowledge and skills needed to support children and families in healthcare settings, helping them cope with illness, injury, and hospitalization through developmentally appropriate interventions. The endorsement affirms Louisiana Tech’s commitment to providing high-quality education that meets national standards and prepares graduates for impactful careers in child life.
The doctoral program in Counseling Psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Questions concerning accreditation status should be directed to the APA Commission on Accreditation:
APA Commission on Accreditation
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
Phone: 202.336.5979 • TDD/TTY: 202.336.6123
Fax: 202.336.5978 • E-mail: apaaccred@apa.org
The American Psychological Association is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. APA is the world’s largest association of psychologists, with more than 137,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students as its members. The mission of the APA is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people’s lives.
Teacher preparation programs in the Curriculum, Instruction, and Leadership Department at Louisiana Tech are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The CAEP ensures the preparation of highly qualified educators through the accreditation of programs in which data drive decisions; resources and practices support candidate learning; and candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions geared toward raising student achievement. The purpose of this page is to provide the reader with information connected to accreditation of the teacher education programs within the College of Education and Human Sciences. A list of accredited programs.
The College of Education and Human Sciences is accredited at the initial licensure level through Fall 2025. The next site visit will take place in spring 2025.
CAEP has four accountability measures which are used to provide information to the public on both program outcome and program effectiveness.
The Master of Science in Kinesiology's concentration in Sports Performance is recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program (ERP). The NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP) recognizes regionally accredited academic institutions for their educational programs that have met, and continue to meet, educational guidelines recommended by the NSCA. ERP recognitions are good for three years and schools are eligible for renewal following this three-year period.
Louisiana Tech University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s,
and doctoral degrees. Louisiana Tech University may offer credentials and diplomas
at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Louisiana Tech University
may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission
on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404.679.4500,
or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
