Becoming an accredited provider
What is accreditation?
The standards and accreditation system in Queensland provides a formal system for the external assessment of the performance of registered community housing providers against the National Community Housing Standards to encourage quality and accountability.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions on becoming an accredited provider.
Getting started: self-evaluation
Accreditation is best thought of as a continuous quality improvement cycle. Most organisations embarking on the accreditation process for the first time will take from one to two years to work through the process.
Preparing for accreditation
Prepare for on-site evaluation (continuous process from self-evaluation phase until date of on-site evaluation).
On-site evaluation
Conduct an on-site evaluation.
Post evaluation
The National Community Housing Standards are underpinned by the principle of continuous quality improvement. Continuous quality improvement should become integral to day to day operations rather than being addressed only when seeking re-accreditation.
Accredited providers
Providers that have been accredited under the National Community Housing Standards receive an Accreditation Status Report.
Resources
Resources related to becoming an accredited community housing provider.
Contacts
Contact details for additional information about becoming an accredited provider.