ACHENA Accredited School Directory

Currently Accredited

The Professional Program in Homeopathy at the
ACADEMY OF HOMEOPATHY EDUCATION

Physical address of AHE Historical Library:

6190 Ardleigh St.
Philadelphia PA, 19138

Licensed Administrative Office mailing address:

1155 S. Power Road
Ste. 114PMB272
Mesa, AZ 85206

Phone: 212-967-4519

Email: admin@ahe.online

Website: www.ahe.online

Accredited and in good standing through April 3, 2031

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The Diploma in Homeopathy and Health Sciences Program at the
CANADIAN COLLEGE OF HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE

1881 Yonge Street, Suite 500
Toronto, Ontario M4S 3C4

Phone: (416) 966-2350 or (800) 572-6001 (toll free)
Email: info@homeopathycanada.com
Website: www.homeopathycanada.com

Accredited and in good standing through February, 2030

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The Diploma of Classical Homeopathy at the
NORTHWESTERN ACADEMY OF HOMEOPATHY

7300 Metro Blvd Suite 570
Edina, MN 55439

Phone: (612) 584-3850
Email: office@homeopathictraining.org
Website: https://www.homeopathictraining.org/

Accredited and in good standing through April 6, 2031

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Practitioner Diploma Course at the
SCHOOL OF HOMEOPATHY

Orchard Leigh
Rodborough Hill
Stroud GL5 3SS, UK

Phone: +44 (0) 1453 765 956
Email: admin@homeopathyschool.com
Website: http://www.homeopathyschool.com

Accredited and in good standing through June 30, 2031

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Schools are accredited for a 5-year period and must initiate reaffirmation of accreditation toward the end of this timeframe.

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Accreditation Standards

The fundamental principles of postsecondary accreditation are to formulate and implement policies for professional training and education at institutions of higher learning (i.e. beyond the high school level). To ensure equitable application of these principles, accreditation agencies must balance board representation by appointing members who represent the profession as educators, practitioners and students; represent allied health professionals; represent the public; and reflect the individual and cultural diversity within society and the discipline seeking accreditation.  For School Accreditation Implementation Documents and ACHENA Standards and Competencies, click here.

ACHENA Standards of Excellence and Competencies in Homeopathy

Relative to ACHENA’s mission and standards of excellence, the accreditation process assesses the extent to which a professional homeopathic school or program successfully achieves its stated program mission, goals, objectives, as well as its student learning outcomes, as measured against the established Educational Standards and Practice Competenices.

Components of Accreditation
Community-Accepted Standards.
Accredited schools meet widely accepted and valid standards of education and training established by the field of homeopathy through a well-documented, public deliberation process. Based on those standards, schools in the public domain agree to demonstrate that they provide students with a meaningful learning experience. Accreditation by ACHENA must ensure that the:

• Student resources are adequate and provide meaningful learning experiences
• Curriculum is comprehensive and up-to-date
• Faculty is well qualified
• Student grading is fair and unbiased
• Consumer protection is upheld by highly qualified educators and graduates

Peer Review.
Peer reviews are conducted by ACHENA professionals who are knowledgeable about setting standards of higher learning and committed to supporting the growth of the school under review. A peer review involves a site visit to provide a school applying for accreditation an opportunity to receive a systematic review of their program with experienced educators or administrators of higher learning.

Self Study.
ACHENA accreditation allows for a forum within which the school or program engages with its own community. This allows for a process of self-reflection and evaluation of its school mission and principles, and supports growth that is based on a flexible and innovative formula of professional homeopathic training and education.

Established Policies and Procedures.
ACHENA accredited schools and programs establish documented policies and procedures to ensure that students, faculty and administrators fully understand the scope of their rights, responsibilities and how they will work together to promote excellence in professional training, education and practice.

ACHENA Accreditation Process

The ACHENA accreditation process consists of two distinct, yet related processes:

1. The Eligibility Process – objective: Candidacy for Accreditation
2. The Self-Study Process – objective: Accreditation

Prerequisite School/Program Structure

The school or program structure must first include any or all of the following:

Program Type

• Master’s Degree in Homeopathy, Professional Homeopathic Practitioner certificate or diploma programs, or a Doctoral Degree in Homeopathy.
• Freestanding institution or college of homeopathy that offers such programs
• Schools that prepare professional homeopathic practitioners via educational programs that are at least 1,000 hours in length

Program Format

• In-person, classroom-based
• Distance learning only (View Distance Learning Standards here)
• Blended learning (i.e. in-person and distance learning)

Program Content

• Schools or programs that teach the art and science of Hahnemannian homeopathy, as set out in the 5th and 6th eds. of The Organon. Principles generally accepted as “classical” by the homeopathic community at large include – using a single homeopathic remedy, in a minimum dose according to the Law of Similars, and based on a totality of symptoms. This philosophy must be evidenced in the teaching and clinical curriculum.

Five procedural steps guide the Eligibility and Accreditation process.

ACHENA intends to set its accreditation policies, procedures and guidelines consistent with nationally recognized principles of accreditation. For all related ACHENA accreditation documents and specific instructions and guidance in completing an ACHENA application for accreditation, please go to ACHENA Resources.

ACHENA Accreditation Fee Schedule

ACHENA is pleased to announce its updated, value-enhanced accreditation process and fee schedule, effective immediately for schools wishing to pursue initial accreditation, and January 1, 2027, for ACHENA member schools.

For schools who wish to pursue initial accreditation – There is now one detailed eligibility packet required which offers schools the opportunity to receive initial feedback from ACHENA to help promote a successful submission of a self-study. Site visits, now called site reviews, are virtual, unless it is determined that being on site is essential to the initial accreditation decision. There is no longer a candidacy period. Orientation and training are available, along with mentor support. Fees are designed to be paid at the beginning and end of the self-study and site review.

For ACHENA member schools – The process for reaffirmation of accreditation has been streamlined to make it a more meaningful investment of time and outcome. To ensure best practice in accreditation, the reaffirmation process will be predicated on annual report documentation. It is not necessary for a member school to respond to all ACHENA standards when ready for reaffirmation, but rather only the standards specific to the member school and reported via a self-assessment written report. In addition, site reviews (formerly site visits), are virtual unless it is mutually determined that being on site is essential to the reaffirmation decision. Fees remain the same.

ACHENA Accreditation Fee Schedule

 

Payment Method

Payment is accepted via bank transfer, credit/debit card, or PayPal through the link located on the ACHENA invoice received. Payment may also be made by check payable to ACHENA and mailed to: ACHENA, PO Box 517, 49 Elmwood Road, Swampscott, MA 01907. Fees are non-refundable.

Introduction to ACHENA Accreditation Interested schools can learn more about ACHENA accreditation by requesting access to Introduction to ACHENA Accreditation. This brief webinar offers an overview of the what and why of accreditation, a brief synopsis of ACHENA standards and competencies, and a review of the steps to achieving ACHENA accreditation.

Gratis

Orientation to ACHENA Accreditation To ensure a successful initial application, individual(s) designated as responsible for the Eligibility Packet, Self-Study and Site Review must take ACHENA Preparation Program for Initial Accreditation online and receive a certificate of completion prior to submission of the Eligibility Packet.

Gratis

Step 1: Eligibility for Initial Accreditation (Active for 12 months from date of submission)

Eligibility Packet – Review and Assessment

$650

Paid in full, with submission of completed Eligibility Packet.

Eligibility Packet – Extension One six-month extension may be requested.

$350

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Initial Accreditation Mentorship A mentorship program is available to schools applying for initial accreditation. A seasoned mentor will be assigned to assist in all phases of the process. Three hours are provided gratis. Further mentorship needed is $75 per hour.

Gratis – First Three Hours $75 each additional hour

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Step 2: Self-Study (Must be submitted within one year after Eligibility is awarded. Active for 6

months from date of submission)

Self-Study Review

$1250

50% paid with submission of Self-Study. Remaining 50% paid upon receipt of the ACHENA Report.

Self-Study – Extension One six-month extension may be requested.

$350

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Step 3: Site Review (Must be scheduled within 6 months after the receipt of Self-Study Report from ACHENA).

Site Review

$2000 – Plus, travel, lodging and meal expenses if on-site visit is required.

50% paid, upon Site Review commitment and date is agreed upon. Remaining 50% paid upon receipt of the ACHENA Report. On-site visitor travel, lodging and meal expenses payment in full due upon receipt of ACHENA invoice.

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Self-Assessment – Review Must be submitted in the last year of the school’s accreditation period and within 6 months prior to its end date.

$1000

Paid in full, with submission of Self-Assessment.

Site Review Must be scheduled no more than 3 months after receipt of the Self-Assessment Review ACHENA Report.

$2000 – Plus, travel, lodging and meal expenses if on-site visit is required.

Site Review Commitment paid in full, when the date is agreed upon. On-site visitor travel, lodging and meal expenses payment in full due upon receipt of ACHENA invoice.

Mandatory Preparation for Reaffirmation of Accreditation To ensure a successful reaffirmation of accreditation, individual(s) designated as responsible for completing the Self-Assessment and overseeing the Site Review must take ACHENA Preparation Program for Reaffirmation of Accreditation online and receive a certificate of completion prior to the submission of the Self-Study.

Gratis

Annual Dues

Based on the average Gross Annual Revenue (GAR) found in the Annual Report year and the year prior. Annual Dues begin the second year of Initial Accreditation.

Annual Dues

$2000 Fee only if GAR <$100,000 $2000 Fee + .0025(GAR) if GAR >$100,000

Paid in full, annually, upon review and acceptance of the Annual Report, and invoiced in accordance with the above calculations.

Other Fees

Substantive Change – Notification and Required Approval See policy on substantive change.

Notification only – No Fee $250 for each required change approval

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Required Consultation When there are issues at a school which ACHENA must investigate in-depth and provide consultation, fees are assessed per hour.

$100 per hour

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Requested Consultation Questions and support for all accreditation activities are provided by the ACHENA Accreditation Coordinator. When more in-depth consultation is needed for specific issues, fees are assessed per hour.

$100 per hour

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Special Reports and Site Review When a special report or a Site Review is needed, as determined by ACHENA, or requested by the school.

$350 per Report Site Review TBD

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.

Late Fees Fees more than 90 days past due will result in a pause in an Initial Accreditation review or possible lapse in Accreditation status.

10% of overdue amount with an additional 10% added every 30 days

Paid in full, upon receipt of invoice from ACHENA.