Distance Education Accrediting Council 

The Distance Education Accrediting Council has recognized the Animal Behavior Institute as an Approved Provider after completing the Approved Quality Curriculum review process. AQC approval has been granted to all courses in the Canine Training & Behavior certificate program. Please note that this approval is not accreditation.

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"DEAC AQC Approved" means a curriculum has been reviewed and approved by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) through their Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) process. This indicates the curriculum meets DEAC's quality standards for distance education programs. The AQC process involves peer review by experts and focuses on ensuring the curriculum is relevant, effective, and aligned with industry standards. 

DEAC
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is a recognized accrediting body for distance education institutions in the United States, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). 

AQC:

Approved Quality Curriculum is a specific program within DEAC that provides external review and validation of distance education curricula. 

Benefits of AQC approval:

• Quality Assurance: AQC approval signifies that the curriculum has been rigorously reviewed and meets high standards for distance education. 

• Industry Recognition: It provides assurance to students, employers, and other stakeholders that the curriculum is aligned with industry standards and best practices.