Supplementary Education Programs (SEPs)

WASC defines a Supplementary Education Program (SEP) as a non-degree, non-diploma granting organization that offers programs or instruction or education services designed for elementary, secondary age or adult students seeking educational development in one or more areas. WASC accreditation for an SEP serves as a stamp of quality assurance through defined performance criteria that validate the program’s quality.

The Significance of WASC Accreditation for SEPs:

Validates the supplementary education program.
Gives students, families and communities confidence that the supplementary education program has quality resources for all students and staff.
It is a review process that strengthens the program through the lens of experienced educators.
Creates a roadmap for the continuous improvement cycle.
Celebrates areas of strength and focuses on area of growth.
Staff collaborates through the self-study process.
Provides staff time to reflect on the SEPs mission and vision and what is best for all students.

WASC provides:

Supplementary education programs with a WASC Advisor throughout their self-study journey.
A personalized approach.
A systematic framework to guide SEPs in their continuous improvement cycle.
Tools for SEPs to use throughout the self-study process and beyond.

Steps for Supplementary Education Programs

Informational Brochure

Download: SEP Informational Brochure

Fee Schedule

Application Fee: $160

Nonrefundable Initial Visit Fee: $850

Annual Membership Fees

Contact Information

Domestic SEPs: Brian Jensen (bjensen@acswasc.org)

International SEPs: Alana Steward (asteward@acswasc.org)

Domestic and International SEPs: Elizabeth Oberreiter (eoberreiter@acswasc.org)

Elizabeth Oberreiter

Vice President, Domestic Accreditation

Elizabeth Oberreiter, Vice-President for Domestic Accreditation at ACS WASC, joined the organization in 2015. With over 37 years in education, she has held roles ranging from classroom teacher to CEO of an online educational organization. Her expertise in strategic planning, curriculum, and data analysis, combined with her deep knowledge of the WASC process, supports schools in improving student achievement and leveraging schoolwide learner outcomes. Elizabeth’s passion for accreditation shines in her work with schools, educators, and colleagues.

Brian Jensen

Director

Brian Jensen has worked at WASC since 2017. He currently serves as a Director supporting schools and visiting committee teams through all aspects of the accreditation process including initial accreditation, mid-cycle, and self-study processes. He has over 20 years of experience working in both secondary and higher education including online, private, and alternative education schools.

Alana Steward

International Consultant

After beginning her teaching career in her native Canada, Alana has been teaching and leading in schools in various countries for the past 19 years. She has traveled extensively with her family and has worked in countries including Macau, Kyrgyzstan, Singapore, Austria, and Japan.