From Inquiry to Accreditation
So, you’ve submitted your accreditation inquiry, but now what? In the first session of our 2025 Accreditation Webinar Series, From Inquiry to Accreditation, we’ll review each step of the process after you initially contact us. What’s the ‘Request For Engagement’ (RFE) form? Why do you need to share all of that information? What then goes on behind-the-scenes? When can you expect to be placed on the schedule? This session will detail all the planning and preparation that happens to help set you up for accreditation success, prior to your first visit!
* CQL will be using Zoom’s built-in live transcription (closed captioning) features during the webinar. If you need any additional reasonable accommodations, you can share those in the registration form. Any requests need to be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of the webinar.
The CQL Accreditation Difference
There are big distinctions between accrediting bodies and important factors that provider organizations consider when choosing one entity over another. In this webinar, The CQL Accreditation Difference, we share why our partners continually choose CQL Accreditation. From a strengths-based approach, to a collaborative partnership, person-centered philosophies, proprietary tools, ongoing support, intentional use of data, impactful best practices, and many more components – this session explores the reasons our partners prefer to work with CQL for ongoing organizational transformation.
* CQL will be using Zoom’s built-in live transcription (closed captioning) features during the webinar. If you need any additional reasonable accommodations, you can share those in the registration form. Any requests need to be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of the webinar.
Turning Red Flags into Green Flags
CQL lives by the phrase “progress over perfection.” It’s because we understand that there are always opportunities for improvement and every organization needs to continually grow. However, there are issues we may encounter during the accreditation process which are more significant or even serious. We often refer to those as ‘red flags’ and they can affect the outcome of an accreditation. In this webinar, Turning Red Flags into Green Flags, we identify various red flags, share the impact that they can have, and offer guidance for remedying them.
* CQL will be using Zoom’s built-in live transcription (closed captioning) features during the webinar. If you need any additional reasonable accommodations, you can share those in the registration form. Any requests need to be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of the webinar.
Accreditation FAQ Part IV
During the final session of our 2025 Accreditation Webinar Series, we’re answering attendee questions all about CQL Accreditation. In the webinar, Accreditation FAQ Part IV, our experts will address your inquiries about the accreditation process, tools, components, and more. We’re here to cover whatever you want to know! Participants can either submit their questions using the webinar registration form, or ask them live during the webinar presentation. This is your opportunity to get your questions answered!
* CQL will be using Zoom’s built-in live transcription (closed captioning) features during the webinar. If you need any additional reasonable accommodations, you can share those in the registration form. Any requests need to be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of the webinar.
CQL Presenters
Nikki Anderson
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Nikki Anderson is a Quality Enhancement Specialist for CQL. Nikki brings 14 years of human and ID/DD service experience to CQL. Nikki earned a bachelor’s degree in ID/DD and a master’s degree in Disability Services. She has held several positions in the field including accreditation coordination.
EMAIL MENikki Anderson
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Gretchen Block
CQL Director of Partner Engagement
Gretchen Block serves as the point person for organizations and systems as they participate in CQL services, working directly with them throughout the process. Gretchen has over 25 years of experience in the field, holding a variety of positions for a large multi-state non-profit organization.
EMAIL MEGretchen Block
CQL Director of Partner Engagement
Brittany Brashaw
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Brittany Brashaw is a Quality Enhancement Specialist for CQL. In this role, Brittany provides accreditation and training. Brittany brings seven years of experience working with intellectual disabilities and four years quality assurance to CQL. Brittany also has experience working with a state organization in development of new policies and practices.
EMAIL MEBrittany Brashaw
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Betsy Burns
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Betsy Burns is a seasoned professional experienced in many multi-faceted programs. Betsy has served in positions like Director of Education and Training, Director of Children’s Services, Director of Support Services, Director of Service Coordination, and Assistant V.P. of Program Administration.
EMAIL MEBetsy Burns
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Jacqueline Cooper
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Jacqueline Cooper has been a Quality Enhancement Specialist since 2018. She brings over 30 years of experience in the field with expertise in quality management, and service and support development for both small and large organizations.
EMAIL MEJacqueline Cooper
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Ann Dorsey
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Ann Dorsey is a Quality Enhancement Specialist for CQL and brings over a decade of leadership in human services program management, training, and oversight. Ann has extensive experience in leading agencies to accreditation and systems change, specializing in ID/DD and children and youth services.
EMAIL MEAnn Dorsey
CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist
Katherine Dunbar
CQL Vice President of Services and Systems Excellence
Katherine Dunbar oversees CQL’s core services and provides strategic direction involving accreditation, training, and certification. Katherine has decades of experience in the field, holding various leadership positions and was responsible for directing services in multiple states.
EMAIL MEKatherine Dunbar
CQL Vice President of Services and Systems Excellence
Elizabeth Sites
CQL Director of Organizational Excellence
Elizabeth Sites has decades of experience in supporting people with disabilities, working in direct support, case management, and as a director with both small providers and several multi-state providers. She also has extensive experience in the Personal Outcome Measures® and Basic Assurances®.
EMAIL MEElizabeth Sites
CQL Director of Organizational Excellence