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The
Ontario Council on Community Health Accreditation (OCCHA) is an
independent agency directed by a Board whose members are appointed
by professional associations to promote accountability and
excellence in public health.
OCCHA’s Mandate
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To establish, review and revise accreditation
standards related to governance, administration and program
planning, implementation monitoring and evaluation.
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To enhance knowledge through consultation and
shared experience.
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To measure agency performance against peer-set
standards, provide comprehensive reports and confer
accreditation awards.
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To promote and facilitate continuous quality
improvement in public health units through consultation across
Ontario
health units.
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To
work in partnership with other community health organizations
and relevant provincial ministries, to promote excellence in
public health programs and services.
Through
the accreditation
process, OCCHA provides an independent, voluntary, peer
evaluation of the administrative and operational aspects of local
public health agencies, including a review of program planning,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation. |
