Islamic University, Najaf— The College of Medical Technology hosted a workshop titled “Academic Accreditation Standards for Health and Medical Technology Colleges and Institutes,” held under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ammar Abdul Amir Al-Salami, President of the Islamic University. The workshop, led by Dr. Ghadeer Al-Bustani, aimed to educate and inform various stakeholders, including students, researchers, faculty members, and administrators. The topics covered were specifically designed to assist in understanding and implementing academic accreditation standards in health and medical technology institutions.
Key topics presented by Dr. Al-Bustani included:
1- The Concept of Academic Accreditation: A comprehensive overview of accreditation and its significance in elevating educational quality.
2- Objectives of Academic Accreditation Standards: Delving into the goals of these standards, which encompass improving educational performance, fostering academic autonomy, and establishing a unified framework for evaluation.
3- Basic Criteria for Accreditation: A detailed exploration of the fundamental criteria, including curriculum, resources, faculty qualifications, and quality management systems.
4- Preparing the Self-Assessment Report: Practical guidance on crafting self-assessment reports, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and prioritizing areas for improvement.
5- Continuous Performance Improvement: Strategies for prioritizing efforts to ensure ongoing quality in education and achieve high standards.
Dr. Rahman Zubaiba, Assistant Dean, and several department faculty members attended the workshop, demonstrating the institution’s commitment to advancing scientific and educational endeavors.
