Office of Program Evaluation and Accreditation

Mission Statement

The Office of Program Evaluation and Accreditation (OPEA) supports the mission of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine by leading the assessment, evaluation, and accreditation activities for all academic and non-academic programs, departments, offices, and services of the undergraduate medical education program. OPEA also directs the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes that support the accreditation activities at the college. Our office collaborates with college leadership, faculty, staff, and students to ensure that the collection, interpretation, and presentation of valid and reliable data are used to inform the evidence-based strategic goals for the undergraduate academic and non-academic programming, operations, and accreditation standards of the college.

Objectives

Support the goals, objectives, and outcomes of the programs, departments, and offices within the college.
Manage a comprehensive assessment and evaluation program that yields actionable information for CQI efforts.
Lead the accreditation and CQI processes to maintain compliance with the LCME standards.

Continuous Quality Improvement

Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) is an essential process that drives systematic improvement and helps ensure the integrity of program effectiveness and student outcomes. At the College of Medicine, we strive to implement thoughtful, data-driven initiatives that will not only improve our curricular activities but also align with accreditation standards to enhance the educational experience for both our students and faculty.