Academic Accreditation Process: Experience of a Medical College in Saudi Arabia
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The accreditation process of the National Commission for Academic Assessment and Accreditation (NCAAA) was successful in improving quality of medical education, without imposing radical changes in curriculum philosophy or orientation in one medical college in Saudi Arabia.Abstract:
Objective: This study aims to describe effects of the accreditation process of the National Commission for Academic Assessment and Accreditation (NCAAA) and its impact on the quality of medical education in one medical college in Saudi Arabia, and determines the extent to which the tools used for this purpose (the NCAAA Standards) are applicable to medical colleges. Methodology: We conducted a semi-qualitative study in Qassim University College of Medicine, where an accreditation exercise led by NCAAA was recently completed. Data pertaining to applicability and impact of the accreditation process were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus-group discussions and structured questionnaires. Data were aggregated and analyzed and compared with information prior to accreditation, where available. Results: The accreditation process lasted about two years, culminating in the preparation of a self-evaluation report and a visit of external reviewers. The process itself brought significant changes in the educational processes and administration and implementation of the curriculum. Our analysis also indicated significant improvements in the quality of medical education in the College. However, there were questions about the applicability of the NCAAA accreditation process on medical education. The process can be modified to suit the special requirements of medical colleges in Saudi Arabia. Conclusions: NCAAA accreditation process was successful in improving the quality of medical education, without imposing radical changes in curriculum philosophy or orientation. Better measurement of students learning outcomes, regular review and updating of the quality standards and continuous quality improvement are anticipated to deliver better medical education in the college.read more
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