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College of Education Office of Assessment

Office of Assessment

The Office of Assessment in the Eriksson College of Education leads the college's assessment and accreditation efforts. The Eriksson College of Education must meet the standards and requirements set forth by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Tennessee State Board of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). 

The Austin Peay State University Eriksson College of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), a national organization that sets standards and procedures for accrediting teacher preparation programs.

CAEP's mission is to ensure quality and continuous improvement in the effectiveness of preparation programs to strengthen student learning in grades PreK - 12. The accreditation process provides professional judgment of the quality of teacher education programs and encourages continuous improvement.

The Eriksson College of Education meets rigorous standards of excellence developed by professional educators to provide quality professional education programs that foster competent practice by our graduates.

CAEP Website


Accreditation News 

APSU's Eriksson College of Education earns reaccreditation, glowing reviews


IE Resources

Quality Assurance System Handbook

Assessment Calendar (Initial Programs)

Assessment Calendar (Advanced Programs)

Assessment Contacts

Dr. Lori Allen, Coordinator of Continuous Improvement 

Theresa Dezellem, SLL Coordinator

Kevin Fee, Coordinator of Teacher Licensure