ACS Chemical Technology Program Approval

Gain recognition and improve your chemical technology curriculum through the ACS Chemical Technology Program Approval Service (CTPAS). ACS recognizes chemistry-based technology programs with strong industry partnerships and high standards of academic excellence.

CTPAS is a subcommittee of the Society Committee on Education. Its members, representing both industry and academia, work with the ACS Committee on Technician Affairs and ChemTechLinks.

Learn about ACS approval

• Benefits of ACS approval
• ACS approval process (new!)
• ACS-approved chemical technology programs
• Forms

Review CTPAS recommendations

• Starting new chemistry-based technology programs
• Maintaining and strengthening chemical technology programs

Find resources for partnerships

• Building partnerships to improve chemical technology education
• ChemTechStandards resource package