September 28 - 30, 2026

Renaissance Columbus-Westerville Hotel - Columbus, Ohio 

Conference Description

The National Accreditation Conference is the first national forum dedicated exclusively to accreditation leadership across public safety. Hosted by the National Association for Accreditation Leadership (NAAL), this inaugural event brings together accreditation managers, assessors, executives, and subject-matter experts from law enforcement, fire, EMS, corrections, communications, and emergency management.

Designed as a professional working conference, the National Accreditation Conference focuses on the strategic role accreditation plays in organizational excellence, accountability, risk reduction, and public trust. Attendees will engage in meaningful dialogue, cross-discipline learning, and leadership-level discussions that move accreditation beyond compliance and into its role as a catalyst for continuous improvement.

Through keynote sessions, facilitated discussions, and practical workshops, the conference provides a national platform for sharing best practices, addressing common challenges, and shaping the future of accreditation leadership. Whether you manage accreditation daily, serve as an assessor, or oversee accredited agencies, this conference is built to strengthen professional identity, expand perspective, and foster lasting connections across the public safety community.

Designed by and for accreditation managers, assessors, and public safety leaders, the conference offers more than 80 hours of training and over 50 breakout sessions organized by discipline. The program reflects the real demands of accreditation work—balancing standards, documentation, assessments, and organizational expectations—without losing sight of the practical realities accreditation professionals face every day.

Conference Agenda Coming Soon!