American Camp Association

ACA Standards Course

What: ACA Standards Course
Course Description: The purpose of the Standards Course is to prepare Camp Directors for their accreditation visits and to serve as an introduction to the Standards program for persons interested in becoming Visitors. The person completing the Standards Course is expected to assist the camp in preparation for the accreditation visit and participate in the on-site visit.

When: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 — Prior to ACA National Conference. 8:00am - 1:30pm. Includes lunch break (on own)

Where: Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

Who: Camp Directors/Administrators

Why: Standards Course attendance is required of a Camp Director/Administrator of any camp seeking accreditation when:

1. This is the first time the camp is to be visited,
2. S/he is a new Director of an already accredited camp.
3. There have been major changes in the accreditation program (Camp Directors who have previously taken a Basic Standards Course and have been through the accreditation process under the previous set of standards may attend either a Standards Update Course or the full Standards Course).

Number 3 above applies to all camps as we are implementing standards revisions.

Registration: Pre-registration is required for this Standards Course. Registration Deadline is February 5, 2010.

Required Materials
Participants must provide their own copy of the Accreditation Process Guide. Accreditation products available through the ACA bookstore.

Participants will have a 30 minute break for lunch on their own.

Maximum attendance is 50 people. Space is limited, so register early.