2010 Accreditation Documents
2010 Guide to Accreditation of Zoological Parks and Aquariums (in PDF)
The complete guidelines for zoos and aquariums applying for AZA accreditation (34 pp.).
2010 Accreditation Standards and Related Policies (in PDF)
The complete standards for zoos and aquariums applying for AZA accreditation (66 pp.)
2010 Accreditation Questionnaire (Application) (in DOC) (24 pp.)
Accreditation Inspector's Handbook
Visiting Committee Members may download the Accreditation Inspector's Handbook (in PDF) or contact Jennifer DiNenna, Program Assistant, Accreditation Programs, at 301-562-0777, ext. 248, to receive a hard copy.
Certification
Moratorium Placed on New Applicants For Related Facility Certification
The Board of Directors has placed a temporary moratorium on accepting new applicants for the category of Related Facility, effective immediately. The Accreditation Commission is in the process of examining the Related Facility category in terms of definition, focus, and alignment with AZA's mission statement and brand platform. The moratorium will remain in place until any changes to the Related Facility category are approved by the AZA Board of Directors and then by the voting membership.
Currently certified Related Facilities are not affected.
Accreditation Rack Cards for Visitors
Show your visitors what your AZA accreditation means! Download the Accreditation Rack Card.