Accreditation
Technology First Accreditation
Demonstrate your organization's commitment to excellence.
Why Technology First Accreditation?
A strategic partnership with national subject matter experts who help embed Technology First into governance, daily practice, and accountability.
Accreditation Process Flow
Step 1
Group Education
Step 2
Application & Payment
Step 3
Data Collection
Step 4
Surveys
Step 5
Technology Team
Step 6
Goals
Step 7
Organizational Technology Plan
Step 8
File Reviews
Step 9
Accreditation Determination
Benefits of Accreditation
Embeds Technology into Strategy
Moves technology into governance, budgeting, and leadership oversight.
Aligns with National Standards
Aligns practice with best practices and person-centered values.
Strengthens Infrastructure & Data
Formalizes policies, consent, and outcome tracking.
Expands Workforce Capacity
Reduces reliance on staffing-intensive models.
Builds Internal Expertise
Develops shared language and cross-department confidence.
Enhances Credibility
Signals readiness and positions you as a leader.
Education Requirements
| Annual Revenue | ETL | ETIS & ETN | Foundations |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1–$1M | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| $1M–$5M | 1 | 2 | 15 |
| $5M–$10M | 2 | 3 | 20 |
| $10M–$30M | 2 | 4 | 25 |
| $30M–$50M | 3 | 6 | 50 |
| $50M–$100M | 3 | 10 | 75 |
| $100M+ | 4 | 12 | 125 |
Plans and Pricing
All fees cover a 2-year initial accreditation period; education not included.
| Annual Revenue | Accreditation Fee |
|---|---|
| $1 – $1,000,000 | $3,000 |
| $1,000,001 – $5,000,000 | $4,000 |
| $5,000,001 – $10,000,000 | $5,000 |
| $10,000,001 – $30,000,000 | $6,500 |
| $30,000,001 – $50,000,000 | $8,000 |
| $50,000,001 – $100,000,000 | $10,000 |
| $100,000,000+ | $12,000 |