Why Accreditation Matters to Industry and Government

Employer and workers

As an employer, you want to know that your new hires have the right educational background to excel. ABET accreditation provides that assurance.

When ABET program evaluators review educational programs, they make certain the program meets quality standards that provide the students with an appropriate educational experience.

ABET accreditation:

  • Ensures that graduates have met the educational requirements necessary to enter the profession
  • Provides opportunities for the industry to guide the educational process to reflect current and future needs
  • Enhances the mobility of professionals

In addition, ABET accreditation is often used by licensing, registration, and certification boards to screen applicants. This provides additional assurance that our public safety and well-being is in knowledgeable, professional hands.

Hire Graduates of ABET-Accredited Programs

When you advertise for new hires, include "graduation from an ABET-accredited program" as one of your requirements.

See how employers typically advertise for graduates of ABET-accredited programs.

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What Does ABET Stand For?

Originally, "ABET" stood for "the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology." The organization changed its name to simply "ABET" in 2005.