Accreditation and Program Assessment Workshops
Take advantage of our pre- and post-Symposium offerings and maximize your learning experience! Led by our highly experienced professional development facilitators, these workshops deliver the essential tools and guidance you need to lead the way in implementing a successful programmatic assessment or accreditation process.
Pre-Symposium workshops will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m and the accreditation self-study development workshops will be held the same day from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Post-Symposium assessment workshops will be held Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
You can attend an individual workshop or bundle them with your Symposium registration for added savings.
All times listed below are Pacific Daylight Time.
Fundamentals of Program Assessment Workshop
The Fundamentals of Program Assessment Workshop is an interactive, in-person workshop designed to introduce the foundations of program assessment through small group activities, individual assignments and facilitated discussion. Participants will explore assessment processes, develop measurable student outcomes and apply data collection and reporting methods using examples from associate’s, bachelor’s and technology-focused programs.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for individuals who are new to program assessment or looking to build a stronger foundation in assessment practices, including faculty, assessment coordinators, program leaders and others involved in assessing student learning.
The Workshop Prepares You To:
- Identify key elements of a functional assessment process.
- Clarify the similarities and differences between course and program assessment.
- Develop measurable student outcomes and performance indicators.
- Understand methods for assessing student outcomes.
- Build rubrics to evaluate student performance in achieving student outcomes.
- Evaluate the advantages and limitations of different data collection methods.
Interpret and report assessment results.
Workshop Details
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 7, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. OR Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Workshop Rates
$785 if you register by Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
$915 if you register after Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
Advanced Program Assessment Workshop
The Advanced Program Assessment Workshop is a hands-on, interactive workshop for individuals with experience in program assessment who want to critically evaluate and refine their current assessment processes. Through small group activities, participants will critique performance indicators and assessment processes, practice rubric calibration and work with data visualization and evaluation techniques.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for experienced faculty, assessment coordinators, program leaders and others who have an established understanding of program assessment and want to refine their current processes.
Prerequisites
Fundamentals of Program Assessment Workshop OR Institute for the Development of Excellence in Assessment Leadership (IDEAL)
The Workshop Prepares You To:
- Create a sustainable assessment process.
- Improve consistency in multi-faculty evaluations.
- Evaluate performance indicators and assessment processes.
- Apply rubric calibration techniques.
- Use data visualization and evaluation approaches to inform assessment.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing assessment processes.
Workshop Details
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 7, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. OR Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Workshop Rates
$785 if you register by Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
$915 if you register after Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
Using Generative AI Tools and Techniques for Program Assessment Workshop
The Using Generative AI Tools and Techniques for Program Assessment Workshop connects foundational program assessment practices with the capabilities of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI). Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will explore how tools such as ChatGPT can support assessment tasks, develop and refine effective prompts and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
The workshop also addresses ethical use, sustainability considerations and appropriate citation of AI tools.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for faculty, assessment coordinators, administrators and others involved in program assessment who are interested in using Generative Artificial Intelligence to support their assessment processes.
No prior experience with Generative Artificial Intelligence is required. Participants will benefit from having access to ChatGPT or a similar AI tool during the workshop.
The Workshop Prepares You To:
- Develop and refine prompts for program assessment tasks.
- Apply Generative Artificial Intelligence to assessment activities.
- Evaluate the validity and usefulness of AI-generated outputs.
- Identify appropriate ways to incorporate AI into assessment processes.
- Consider ethical and sustainability issues when using AI.
- Properly cite the use of AI tools in assessment work.
Workshop Details
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 7, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Workshop Rates:
$785 if you register by Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
$915 if you register after Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
Self-Study Development Workshop
The Self-Study Development Workshop provides an interactive, step-by-step look at the accreditation process using the most recent accreditation criteria and the Accreditation Policy and Procedure Manual. Participants will examine each criterion, learn what review teams look for during an accreditation visit and work through the development of a clear, concise and targeted Self-Study report.
Through group activities led by senior ABET volunteer leadership, participants will have the opportunity to apply what they learn to their own accreditation preparation.
Registration Note: Participation is limited to two people per institution. Registration is first-come, first-served and only the first two registrations from each institution will be honored. Tables will be grouped by commission, so please select the correct commission when registering. There will be no waitlist or walk-in registration.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for individuals preparing for an accreditation review in the 2027–28 review cycle, including faculty, program leaders and others responsible for preparing a Self-Study report.
Priority registration is available to attendees anticipating an accreditation review in the 2027–28 review cycle.
The Workshop Prepares You To:
- Navigate the accreditation process using the most recent accreditation criteria.
- Understand what review teams look for during an accreditation visit.
- Interpret accreditation criteria and requirements.
- Develop a clear, concise and targeted Self-Study report.
- Prepare effectively for an upcoming accreditation review.
Workshop Details
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Date and Time: Wednesday, April 7, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Accreditation Commissions:
- Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission (ANSAC)
- Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC)
- Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
- Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC)
Workshop Rates
$785 if you register by Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
$915 if you register after Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
Navigating the General and Program Criteria for Computing Programs: An Interactive Workshop
Designed for faculty and administrators preparing for or undergoing an ABET accreditation review, this interactive workshop provides a deeper understanding of the General and Program Criteria for computing programs. Through guided activities and breakout sessions, participants will examine common challenges, apply the criteria to accreditation scenarios and explore practical approaches to meeting accreditation requirements.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for faculty, program leaders and administrators who are preparing for or currently undergoing an ABET accreditation review for a computing program. It is particularly valuable for individuals involved in accreditation preparation, Self-Study development or site-visit planning.
The Workshop Prepares You To:
- Apply the General and Program Criteria to your computing program
- Identify common pitfalls and challenges in addressing accreditation requirements
- Develop practical strategies for managing the Self-Study process and preparing for a site visit
- Collaborate with peers to work through accreditation scenarios and questions
Workshop Details
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Date and Time: Saturday, April 10, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Workshop Rates
$785 if you register by Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
$915 if you register after Monday, Dec. 14, 2026
