Testimonials
Saskatchewan Polytech
Saskatchewan Polytechnic firmly believes in and supports third-party accreditation—with policies and procedures in place to ensure that programs seek the highest level of accreditation possible and undergo regular accreditation review. Our 15 technology and applied science programs are accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC). Achieving national program accreditation provides confidence to students, industry and the educational institution that the program has met defined standards. National program accreditation with TAC also benefits students by providing a streamlined pathway towards professional registration as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.), or a Certified Technician (C.Tech.) with Technology Professionals Saskatchewan. As an organization that strives to lead the rise of polytechnic education, we appreciate the recommendations provided by TAC’s audit teams as our technology and applied science accreditation body.
Has Malik, Provost and Vice-President Academic, Saskatchewan Polytechnic
College of the North Atlantic
Accreditation matters. It is the quality assurance process through an independent team of certified professionals performing an extensive audit that confirms a program meets a strict and recognized set of standards. All programs in CNA’s School of Engineering have received full accreditation from Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC). We embrace accreditation to ensure accountability of our college programs, which also boosts public trust and confidence. When a diploma program is properly accredited, we have the assurance of its rigorous quality control; our students know that our college will provide a high-quality educational experience, giving them that vital peace of mind. When graduating from a nationally accredited program, our students are provided an accelerated pathway to becoming a certified professional with the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL), which is an organization that represents the interests of technicians and technologists in this province. In addition, for our local and international students, the recognition of these accredited programs by the International Engineering Alliance under the Sydney or Dublin Accords means CNA graduates will have qualifications that are internationally recognized.
Jason Rolls, Vice President —Academics and Applied Research
Centennial College
"Centennial College is committed to developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive quality assurance processes to ensure academic and service excellence. Quality assurance processes have been given priority in our strategic, business, and academic commitments and apply to all of our academic programs and service functions. Centennial College leads the Canadian post-secondary sector in the number of nationally accredited programs. The third-party rigorous national accreditation provided by Technology Accreditation Canada is an important component of our quality indicators and we value the recommendations by TAC’s audit team which underscores our focus on continuous improvement."
Dr. Gina Marshall, Associate Vice President —Learning Innovations, Teaching Excellence and Academic Quality
Centennial College
"I am very proud of the dedication and commitment our faculty and staff consistently demonstrate throughout the Technology Accreditation Canada rigorous process. As stated in our Academic Plan, Centennial College has an ongoing commitment to ensure the quality of learning that takes place within and beyond our classrooms and laboratories. We view accreditation as one component of ensuring our programs continue to meet the needs of industry and the community. The external accreditation process speaks highly of our commitment to quality standards and our programs meeting national technology benchmarks as defined by our employers."
Dr. Predrag Pesikan, Acting Dean — School of Engineering Technology & Applied Science
Global Marine Technology Company
“As an employee of a Global Marine Technology Company, the assurance that my colleagues and I are graduates of accredited programs boost confidence in the work we complete as a team. As a graduate of College of the North Atlantic’s (CNA) Engineering Technology Campus, the qualifications that was provided to me during my time at CNA has prepared me to work closely with engineers, management, and business professionals, achieving our goals as efficiently and effectively as possible. The knowledge and tools that CNA provided has equipped me to move from engineering design to global supply chain, and in the future will allow me to move into project management. This would not have been possible without my years of global industry experience and the solid foundation built through education from this CNA program that is accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC). TAC accreditation leads graduates to a fast-track to professional certification from the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador. Accredited programs offer the very first step in building a successful, solid career in industry. Students and employers can be confident that an accredited program, such as an Engineering Technology program at CNA, is a smart, solid first step.”
Vicki Case, Supply Chain Professional from a Global Marine Technology Company, Newfoundland and Labrador