Prestige
Parents nationwide recognize the importance of ACA accreditation when choosing a camp for their child, and they expect you to reach far beyond the minimum state and local regulations. ACA-accreditation status is solid proof of your accountability, credibility, and commitment.
Use key messages [1] and scripts [2] to keep parents tuned to the value of your accreditation status in every operational aspect of your camp from programming to staff training.
Advertising
ACA's Find a Camp [3] database receives thousands of "hits" per day! When your camp is ACA accredited, your camp is listed in this interactive search tool that helps parents choose a camp for their child. Find-A-Camp provides parents with a better choice in camps and a direct link to your camp.
Strategic Planning
ACA accreditation is an educational tool, an industry benchmark, a best-practices solution, and a learning formula for your camp staff. Strategic planning for your camp is simplified; policies, procedures, and practices are established; and your staff is responsible for ongoing implementation – a dynamic instructional process for any camp!
Exclusive Discounts
Recoup your investment in accreditation through discounts on services you can't do without – food service, staff recruitment, product savings through ACA business partnerships and vendors [4], etc.
Professional Development
It is proven that involvement in professional organizations in any field of expertise develops well-informed, better educated staff. The accreditation process and membership in ACA are invaluable tools for success. Discover the value of student memberships [5] for your staff.
Networking
Professional ties and the opportunity to network with your colleagues are incredible benefits – get involved! Learn more, understand more, and discover more . . . become a standards visitor [6] – be a mentor to camp staff and witness how other camps operate.