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Benefits of BAC Accreditation

Our accreditation is recognised the world over by students, agents and government officials as the clearest mark of educational quality in the private sector.

Advantages

Recognition
Accredited Colleges can use the new BAC logo to promote their accreditation:
Mark of quality
Accreditation by an established national body which is recognised in UK and overseas
Raising standards
Inspections which provide invaluable advice from inspectors with extensive knowledge of the sector
Staying informed
Continuing advice and updates on statutory changes through our regular information bulletins and this website
International recruitment
Authorisation to enrol international students requiring UK student visas (initially through listing on the Register of Education and Training Providers, and from 2008 through access to the Home Office's new Register of Sponsoring Organisations)
A voice in the sector
Qualify for membership of the BAC-Accredited Colleges Association (BACA), which gives a unified voice to bona fide private education providers for interacting with government and the public

Promotional Opportunities

Public record
Entry in the BAC's Colleges Directory on this website and use of our logo
Education UK
Free entry on the Education UK website, and use of the Education UK logo, after full four-year accreditation
International promotion
Full BAC Accreditation qualifies you for membership of Education UK Partnerships, giving access to overseas Education Fairs