Cost of accreditation

The fees are based on a cost-recovery model. Any fees for program accreditation received by DAA are used for accreditation related activities/services only and do not support any other business activities of DAA. Accreditation fees are reviewed annually. Universities should budget for increases in line with the annual consumer price index.

The review of the accreditation report will not begin until payment is received. If an invoice must be raised, universities may wish to request an invoice prior to submitting an application for accreditation.

Fees received for an accreditation application are utilised for the following:

  • reviewing accreditation documentation
  • teleconferences and other communication expenses
  • site visit travel, accommodation and expenses
  • DAA Accreditation Services general operating costs
  • development of resources required for accreditation processes.

There is no fee payable on the submission of an interim report.

The current fee schedule is available on the Manual for Accreditation of Dietetic Education Programs page.