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Languages Canada’s Quality Assurance Framework
Quality Assurance and Accreditation:
Protecting Students and Assuring Governments Through Regulation
Click here to download the QA Framework
All Languages Canada member schools are required to be accredited under one internationally recognized and comprehensive scheme.
The Accreditation Scheme operates at arm’s length, is transparent, confidential and maintains the integrity and rigour of Languages Canada’s standards and process. Each level of review is done by different members of a team of highly qualified, independent professionals.
Six areas examined:
- Student Services
- Teaching Staff
- Curriculum
- Marketing and Promotion
- Administration
- Student Admissions
Accreditation Documents
Accreditation Manual
The Accreditation Manual provides a detailed overview of the steps involved in obtaining accreditation.
Standard
The Standard details the requirements that form the basis for accreditation. All requirements must be met.
- LCS110 – Languages Canada Quality Assurance Standard (Approved February 2023)
- LCS02 – Classification of TESOL Qualifications
- LCS03 Professional Development Specifications
- Approved teacher training programs (English)
Forms
Forms are documents that are completed during the accreditation process.
- LCF03 – QA Scheme Auditor Checklist
- LCF08 – Teaching Qualifications Summary
- LCF13 – Declaration of Suitability Juniors
Procedures
Procedures outline relevant procedures surrounding the accreditation process.
- LCP01 – Accreditation Advisory Board Appeals Policy and Procedure
- LCP02 – Transfer of Ownership Scheme
- LCP03 – Accreditation Process Overview
Guidance Documents
Guidance documents provide additional guidance for meeting certain requirements.
- LCG01 – Best Practices Dealing with Agents
- LCG02 – Best Practices for Handling Student Requests
- LCG03 – Homestay Resident Suitability Declaration 2018
- LCG05 – Practicum Equivalence Form
- LCG06 – Code of Conduct
Training Material
Questions? Contact:
Orion Assessment Services of Canada Inc.
info@orioncan.com
1-877-494-0477
A strong, united voice for Canada's language education sector.