Accreditation

Khoisan Tribal Police and Law Enforcement Academy believes in Cross-border accreditation is a well -established reality in the international higher education landscape and is even recommended by UNESCO as a legitimate mechanism for promoting academic mobility and the recognition of studies between countries. Various institutions, colleges and universities hold licenses and are listed in the official database of countries ministry of education must also be considered when it comes to evaluation of foreign qualification.

Lisbon recognition convention is a significant international treaty that governs the recognition of Higher education qualifications in a multitude of signatory nations including those in Europe and beyond. This convention establishes a framework under which qualifications from one signatory country must be recognized in others, unless substantial differences can be demonstrated.

It also ensures that qualifications obtained in one signatory country are assessed fairly and transparently in another. The convention is based on the fundamental principle that a foreign qualification should be recognized unless the recognizing authority can demonstrate substantial differences between that qualification and a comparable qualification in its own system.

The Lisbon Recognition Convention serves as a vital framework for promoting academic mobility and ensuring the fair evaluation of educational credentials across a wide range of nations.

Another foundation and legal status are United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization – UNESCO that promotes quality education and address educational challenges globally. All those accrediting agencies recognized and in partnership with UNESCO, give it a legal standing comparable to other treaty-based educational bodies and guarantees validity to the accreditations it grants.

Public verification of institutions, colleges and universities legality, license (authorization) and other form of accreditation with Ministry of education with other countries in terms of evaluation of foreign qualification by SAQA – South Africa Qualifications Authority must also be considered and not just focus on operation within a specific country of origin of which institutions, colleges and universities might have accreditation with other countries of origin where they also operate. Lisbon Recognition Convention and UNESCO must form part of the research and consultation of SAQA in terms of evaluation of foreign qualification.

Both modalities of a country’s higher educational systems must be considered in terms of research & consultation, some countries have 1 modality and others have 2.

Consultation must also be considered with the institutions, colleges and universities, where the foreign qualification was obtained, in most cases SAQA failed this process of consultation and only focus on 3th parties, which is the government educational system of origin within a certain country. (Both verification of qualification and quality assurance is needed before recommendation regarding evaluation of foreign qualification is made in cases where the institution, college or university obtained other accreditation with ministry of education).

Khoisan Tribal Police and Law Enforcement Academy is accredited by International Education Accreditation Council in UK

The International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC) is a UK-based, independent body that accredits educational institutions and programs globally, focusing on quality assurance, academic standards, faculty, curriculum, and student support to ensure global recognition and employability for graduates, operating through rigorous, collaborative evaluations. 

What they do:

• Accreditation: They provide formal recognition that institutions meet established quality benchmarks.

• Evaluation: They conduct thorough assessments, including self-assessments and site visits, checking everything from facilities and faculty to curriculum and student services.

• Quality Assurance: IEAC aims to foster continuous improvement and uphold high standards in education for teaching-focused and research-focused institutions.

• Global Focus: They work with institutions worldwide, helping them gain credibility and prepare students for the international job market. 

Key Characteristics:

• Independent: IEAC is an independent organization, not tied to specific research rankings.

• Collaborative: Their process involves working closely with institutions to help them improve.

• Comprehensive: They look at overall institutional effectiveness, including administrative practices, financial health, and commitment to diversity. 

In essence, IEAC provides a framework for educational quality, helping institutions demonstrate their commitment to high standards and ensuring students receive a globally recognized education. 

• IEAC is widely recognized both in the United Kingdom and internationally, standing out for its affiliation with associations of great global relevance, including the European Association for International Education (EAIE), the International Vocational and Technical Education Association (IVETA), the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS), the British Quality Foundation (BQF), the International Association of Teaching English as a foreign Language (ATEFL), the Association of Arab Universities (AARU), the Accreditation Services for International Qualifications (ASIQUAL), the International Academic and Management Association (IAMA) and the Association Internationale De Linguistique Applliquee (AILA).

•  Khoisan Tribal Police and Law Enforcement Academy is also a member/affiliate of MACCA -  Mercosul Accreditation Agency is a private organization focused on ensuring quality and academic excellence in higher education, primarily within the Mercosur region and internationally, by providing institutional and programmatic accreditation for universities and courses, aligning standards with global bodies like GAFM and QAHE. It works through rigorous processes and partnerships with other quality assurance groups to validate educational programs and institutions against international benchmarks.  

• It's a private entity, not a government agency. 

• Partnerships: Collaborates with organizations like the European Association for Higher Education Advancement (EAHEA), Global Academy of Finance & Management (GAFM), and QAHE (International Quality Assurance for Higher Education) for mutual recognition and standard setting.

• Focus: Strengthening education foundations and ensuring institutions meet global excellence standards.