Accreditation Volunteer Course (Associate Visitor Course)

COURSE OVERVIEW

Join the ACA Illinois Visitor Crew and experience the #1 volunteer role in the field of summer camp! As an Accreditation Volunteer with ACA, you’ll have the opportunity to serve as a peer reviewer in the Annual Accreditation Report, Written Documentation, and onsite Visit process. Along with another Visitor, you’ll see behind the scenes of other camps, grow your professional network, gain new ideas, and provide unparalleled service & support to the community. It's a win-win-win-win! 

Additionally, folks who serve as Accreditation Volunteers for ACA Illinois (known as the ACA Illinois Visitor Crew) will have access to exclusive programs, discounted professional development, and so much more! (limited edition exclusive swag!)

SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT THIS COURSE

This course date is hosted by the national office and will include folks from all over the country. You should apply/register directly here. 

Not quite sure if you are ready and want to know more? Check out one of our Becoming A Visitor sessions! 

ABOUT THE COURSE

About 4-6 weeks before the course date, you will receive a copy of the Accreditation Process Guide and access to the pre-work through our online learning systems. Trainees will need to complete the online pre-work no later than 1 week before the date of the training. You must attend all portions of the course in order to pass.

HOW TO APPLY/REGISTER

Complete this application. Within 7 days of your application, you will receive confirmation of enrollment into the date of your choice. 

This is a free course.

REQUIREMENTS TO ME TO BE TRAINED

• Must be a current member of the American Camp Association with a member number.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.

QUESTIONS

ACA Illinois Volunteers, Members, & Visitors can contact Kyla at kyla@acail.org.

All other Accreditation Volunteers & Visitors should contact accreditation@acail.org.