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Oct. 2024: Revisions to COCA Standards and Substantive Change Policies now available

Following a review of public comments received, the COCA has released a revision to its 2023 Accreditation Standards. The revisions are in relation to Candidate Element 10.1: GME Feasibility, and Pre-Accreditation Element 10.2: Accredited GME. Some editorial changes to clarify requirements were also made. Documents comparing the 2019 and 2023 Accreditation Standards are available on the COCA website.

The 2024 revisions to the COCA’s Substantive Change Policies have been posted. These policies are effective for any Substantive Change application submitted after Oct. 1, 2024.

For more information, contact COCA staff at (312) 202-8124 or [email protected].

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You may contact the Department of Accreditation at:
Phone: (312) 202-8124
[email protected]