Accreditation Information

In addition to accrediting its own courses, the University of the Aftermarket accredits many non-university courses offered within the motor vehicle aftermarket. These accreditations are based on a combination of academic (Northwood University) and industry-specific (ASE/NATEF) standards.

Educational event organizers must apply to have their programs considered for accreditation by the University of the Aftermarket. A downloadable PDF of the Accreditation Standards is available below.

Once accredited, programs will be listed in the official University of the Aftermarket course calendar and all participants of these accredited courses may qualify to receive Continuing Education Units that can be applied toward the Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) certificate.

Participating Organizations

The following aftermarket organizations and events currently offer educational programs that are accredited by the University of the Aftermarket:

• Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association
• AAPEX
• Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association
• AASA Vision Conference
• MIS Council
• CARQUEST
• Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo
• Automotive Warehouse Distributors Association
• Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week
• Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
• Aftermarket eForum
• Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Annual Convention

Accreditation Process

Organizations that wish to have a course considered for accreditation should download the Accreditation Standards document listed below. This document outlines the standards by which the University of the Aftermarket and Northwood University evaluate a given course. Once familiar with the standards, organizations may apply for accreditation by completing the Accreditation Application, also listed below. Individual course applications must include the application fee. A schedule of application fees is noted below.

Once complete, applications should be sent electronically to: uofareg@northwood.edu

Or, completed applications may be mailed to:

University of the Aftermarket Accreditation
Sloan Family Building for Aftermarket Studies
4000 Whiting Dr.
Midland, MI 48630

Applications are generally considered in 10 business days.

Downloads

• Accreditation Standards
• Accreditation Application

Fees

Fees for course accreditation are used to support the University of the Aftermarket's educational mission.

• One course: $500
• Two to four courses: $350 each
• Five or more courses: Call (800) 551-2882 for custom pricing.