Self-assessment refers to the internal, systematic analysis of an agency's operations, management and practices to determine if it complies with applicable standards.
Self-assessment requires the careful review of the program-specific CALEA standards in making these determinations. CALEA will confirm compliance for initial accreditation through a remote, web-based file review and site-based assessments.
Initial Self-Assessment Timeframes
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Law Enforcement Accreditation or
Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation
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36 months
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Communications Accreditation
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24 months
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Training Academy Accreditation
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24 months
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Campus Security Accreditation
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24 months
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Once accredited, all programs include annual compliance assessments, conducted remotely by CALEA staff, and a visit by CALEA site-based team members during the fourth year to verify continued compliance. Accredited agencies apply ongoing self-assessment strategies, in order to maintain compliance.
It is important to note that training, networking and access to your CALEA Regional Program Manager is essential to an effective self-assessment. Agencies should take advantage of all the resources available to them to increase the probability of achieving accredited status.
