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Graduates of ACCE-accredited & certified programs meet the highest standard of excellence for construction education and are in high demand by construction employers.

SETTING THE STANDARD FOR CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Accreditation • Certification • Professional Development
ACCE Turns 50!

Founded in 1974, ACCE has been in partnership with Academia and Industry for the sole purpose of  promoting, supporting, and accrediting/certifying quality construction education programs

LATEST NEWS

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News Flash! COMSAT is Second Single-Purpose Institution to be Accredited by ACCE!
 

The ACCE Board of Trustees APPROVED the application for accreditation of the College of Mechanical Systems and Technology, its Associate of Applied Science in Construction Leadership Degree Program, and its four apprenticeship programs (Plumber, Steamfitter, HVAC/R Technician, and Marine Fitter.)  The College is in Tualatin, Oregon. MORE...

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ACCE PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Oregon State University was founded more than 150 years ago as a land grant institution, building on the idea that everybody deserves an extraordinary education that’s attainable and accessible.

The beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art campus is located in one of America’s best college towns.READ MORE

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Tony Lamanna's career reflects a profound dedication to advancing construction education, sustainable practices, and community engagement, making him a respected leader in his field.. READ MORE

 

ACCE accredits our first International Program in South America, the Master’s Degree at Universidad de Peruana De Ciencias Aplicadas. Congratulations!.

ACCE Accredited Programs - A Win Win for Students and Employers

There are more than 100 ACCE-accredited programs across the United States and Canada, offering associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees and apprenticeship opportunities. READ MORE

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Accreditation

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ABOUT

ABOUT

Mission and Purpose

 

The mission of ACCE is to be a leading global advocate of quality construction education; and to promote, support, and accredit quality construction education programs.
 

The purpose or purposes for which the corporation is formed are:

  • Promote and improve construction education and research at the post secondary level

  • Engage in accrediting construction education programs offered by colleges and universities

  • Maintain procedures consistent with policies and procedures established by other accreditation agencies to which the corporation may belong

  • Publish current information concerning criteria and procedures adopted by the corporation for accrediting

  • Report the results of its activities

  • List the colleges and universities which have or are seeking accredited programs of study in construction

  • Review at regular intervals the criteria which the corporation has adopted to evaluate programs in construction education

  • Do any and all things necessary to carry out the purposes and conduct the business of the corporation as authorized by law.
     

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Download our 2020 Strategic Plan Document     

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The Dupree Construction Education Fund awards an annual scholarship up to $5,000 for a candidate pursuing an advanced degree in construction management with a desire to teach in an ACCE accredited construction management program.  Applicants must have been accepted in an advanced degree program in construction management in an institution with an ACCE accredited undergraduate program.

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