The Process for Programme Approval

  1. The provider must complete and submit an application form with all relevant documentation to the BAC;

  2. The BAC will review the application form and supporting documentation and advise the provider on the status of the application;

  3. The programme will be reviewed by a team of professionals including independent consultant evaluators contracted by the BAC who have specialist knowledge in the relevant field;

  4. The provider will receive a report on the outcome of the evaluation and a statement on the approval or non-approval of the programme;

  5. The provider will receive a Certificate of Approval for each programme approved by the BAC;

  6. A provider that submits a programme that is granted ‘Conditional Approval’ by the BAC will be given for a period not exceeding one (1) calendar year to correct the deficiencies identified and to re-submit the programme for approval.  No additional fees will apply.

  7. Re-application and the payment of fees will be required for programmes that are not approved on the expiration of the 1 year period.