Governance, Ethics & Verification
1. Governance & Oversight
The International Theological Accreditation Association (ITAA) operates under a governance structure that reflects our commitment to integrity, transparency, and biblical accountability.
As a faith-based accrediting body recognised by the Council for Education Quality & Accreditation (CEQA), we follow governance practices that align with CEQA’s private-sector oversight expectations while serving the unique needs of theological education.
Our governance includes:
Executive oversight and administrative review
External academic and theological advisors (consulted when needed)
Clear policies for ethical decision-making
Accountability structures to ensure impartial accreditation reviews
This framework allows ITAA to function with both global credibility and theological distinctiveness.
2. Ethical Commitments
ITAA is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all accreditation activities.
We uphold the following principles:
Honesty & Transparency: All decisions and communication are conducted openly and truthfully.
Fairness: Every institution is evaluated consistently according to published standards.
Doctrinal Respect: ITAA does not enforce a specific denomination; we respect the diversity within orthodox Christian traditions.
Student Protection: Institutions must demonstrate ethical treatment of learners, academic integrity, and responsible stewardship.
Non-Commercial Integrity: Accreditation cannot be bought or influenced by personal relationships or financial incentives.
These principles ensure that theological accreditation remains meaningful, trustworthy, and Christ-honoring.
3. Conflict of Interest
ITAA reviewers and staff must avoid any situation where impartiality may be compromised.
No reviewer may participate in evaluating an institution if they:
Are employed by the institution
Have a financial interest in the institution
Serve in leadership at the institution
Have family or personal relationships with its staff
Have a vested interest that could influence objectivity
If a conflict arises, a different reviewer is immediately assigned.
4. Verification of Accreditation
Anyone may verify the accreditation status of an institution accredited by ITAA.
To verify an institution:
Email: admin@i-t-a-a.com
Include:
Institution name
Country
We respond to verification requests within 2–5 business days.
A public directory of accredited institutions may also be made available on our website.
5. Complaints & Concerns
ITAA accepts formal complaints only on issues related to:
Misuse of accreditation status
Ethical misconduct
False claims of theological or academic credibility
Non-compliance with ITAA standards
Submit complaints to:
Complaints are reviewed confidentially and impartially in accordance with CEQA-aligned quality assurance policies.
6. Commitment to Continuous Improvement
As a CEQA-recognised accrediting body, ITAA routinely reviews its evaluation processes, governance practices, and standards to ensure:
Ongoing alignment with international private-sector quality assurance frameworks
Faithful representation of theological education best practices
Enhancement of student and institutional outcomes
This ensures that ITAA remains a trusted authority in theological accreditation worldwide.
