Programmatic accreditation applies to specific academic programs rather than an institution as a whole. It is separate from institutional accreditation, and only certain University of Phoenix programs hold specialized programmatic accreditation.

For the most current information about University of Phoenix’s institutional accreditation and the specialized programmatic accreditations held by eligible programs—including accreditation scope and covered degree programs—refer to the University’s official Accreditation page. Students should verify the accreditation status of the specific program they are considering, as programmatic accreditation does not apply to every degree program. Learn more at https://www.phoenix.edu/about/accreditation.

Business programs: ACBSP

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accredits the following programs offered by the College of Business and Information Technology or the College of Doctoral Studies. Associate of Arts with a concentration in Business Fundamentals Bachelor of Science in Accounting Bachelor of Science in Business Master of Business Administration Master of Management Doctor of Business Administration Doctor of Management For additional information, visit acbsp.org or call (913) 339-9356. Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) 8101 College Blvd #100 Overland Park, KS 66210

## Nursing programs: CCNE

CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education): Many state nursing boards and hospital employers require CCNE accreditation. Directory: aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation. Verification at this directory is recommended for any nursing program evaluation where CCNE is specified.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education , 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

Counseling programs: CACREP

CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs): accredits master’s and doctoral programs in counseling, marriage and family therapy, addiction counseling, student affairs, and related fields. CACREP accreditation is specifically required for licensure eligibility in a growing number of states. This is one of the most consequential programmatic accreditation requirements for career purposes. Directory: cacrep.org. Students planning licensed counseling careers should verify CACREP status for the specific program before enrolling.

The Master of Science in Counseling program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the Phoenix Campus and the Master of Science in Counseling/Clinical Mental Health Counseling online program are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP®).

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
500 Montgomery Street, Suite 350
Alexandria, VA 22314

For additional information please visit cacrep.org.

Healthcare programs: CAHME

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program at University of Phoenix is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). CAHME accredits graduate programs in healthcare management and evaluates them against standards for quality and continuous improvement in healthcare management education. Students interested in healthcare leadership careers can verify the program’s accreditation status through the official CAHME directory

Social work programs: CCWE

The Bachelor of Science in Social Work program at University of Phoenix is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Commission on Accreditation. CSWE accreditation indicates that a social work program meets nationally recognized standards for quality established through peer review and is an important consideration for students pursuing professional social work education and licensure pathways where applicable. Students can verify the program’s accreditation status through the official CSWE resources.

How to use this directory for verification

For any program in a regulated field: first identify the field’s primary programmatic accreditor from this reference; then go to that accreditor’s directory; then search for the specific institution and program; then confirm the scope of what is accredited and the current status. Programmatic accreditation coverage can be narrowly scoped - ACBSP may cover only some of a university’s business programs, or CCNE may cover only the BSN program and not the nursing certificate programs. Always combine programmatic accreditation verification with institutional accreditation verification through DAPIP and the HLC directory.

Accreditor recognition can change over time. For any accreditor listed in this directory, current recognition status can be confirmed through the Department of Education’s list at ed.gov. Confirming recognition at the time of a career decision ensures that the programmatic accreditation being relied upon is current and recognized.

Sources

• [1] Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. https://acbsp.org. Accessed June 2026.

  [2] Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. https://aacnnursing.org/ccne-accreditation. Accessed June 2026.

  [3] Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. https://cacrep.org. Accessed June 2026.

  [4] Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. https://caepnet.org. Accessed June 2026.

  [5] American Psychological Association. Accreditation. https://www.apa.org/ed/accreditation. Accessed June 2026.

  [6] U.S. Department of Education. Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP). https://ope.ed.gov/dapip. Accessed June 2026.

  [7] Higher Learning Commission. Statement of Accreditation Status and directory records. https://hlcommission.org. Accessed June 2026.