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Survey Preparation Tools & Support

Learn how to prepare for Joint Commission behavioral health care and human services accreditation. Browse supporting resources on topics like timelines, checklists, sample survey agendas, and more.

Preparation Milestones

Get a sense of how to prepare for your accreditation survey and the expected timeline for each step in the process.

Supporting Resources

Browse tools and services to help you get ready, including technical resources, educational offerings, and more.

Snapshot of Survey Day

Learn what to expect on the day of your survey and what resources can help you prepare, including your survey activity guide.

Mobile Notification of Onsite Survey

Learn about the mobile-friendly version of the Notification of Scheduled Events — including notice of the onsite survey — accessible via smart phone.

What Happens After the Survey

See what comes next when your survey is complete, including RFIs, the SAFER™ Matrix, and receiving the final accreditation decision.

Other Accreditation Resources

Whether you're new to The Joint Commission and just starting your behavioral health care and human services accreditation journey, or you are looking for guidance after your survey, we’re here to help.

Select from the options below to learn more about the basics of accreditation, like eligibility and pricing, or access other useful resources to help your organization sustain accreditation status and provide consistently excellent care.