Benefits of Getting Your Chemical Technology Program Approved by ACS

Do you want to get ACS approval of your chemical technology program? Consider these benefits:

Industrial Workforce Development

• Graduates are highly qualified candidates for employment in local and comparable state and national industry
• Graduates have a competitive advantage to embark upon a stable, high-wage career path

Continuous Improvement

• Programs stay current with the rapidly changing world of chemical technology
• CTPAS provides regular feedback and recommendations to keep programs strong.

Networking Opportunities

• Program coordinators and partners are eligible to join the ACS-approved programs specialty group in the ChemTechStandards & Partnerships web community to network with other approved programs and CTPAS members.

Student Attraction

• ACS approved programs appeal to a diverse student body, including non-traditional students
• ACS approved programs are appealing to employers

Credibility with Financial Sources and the Academic Community

• Funding agencies and academic institutions recognize the high standards set by ACS-approved programs

National Recognition

• Accredited programs are promoted to a nationwide audience through ACS ChemTechLinks.

Extended Resources

• Programs are tied to a diverse group, including industry, academe, government, community leaders, and the American Chemical Society