Trinidadian and Tobagonian Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Ministry of Science, Technology and Tertiary Education of Trinidad and Tobago
Founded in 2010, the Ministry of Science, Technology and Tertiary Education of Trinidad and Tobago is a government ministry responsible for the development and implementation of policies and programs related to science, technology and higher education in the country. The ministry is tasked with… learn more

National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology
Established in 1974, the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) is a government organization in Trinidad and Tobago that is responsible for promoting and supporting the development of science and technology in the country. The organization works to enhance… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago
Established in 2004, the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago (ACTT) is an organization responsible for quality assurance and accreditation of higher education institutions in Trinidad and Tobago. Its mission is to enhance the quality of tertiary education through accreditation, monitoring… learn more

University Associations and Alliances

This uniRank category encompass all organizations or collaborative networks that bring together multiple universities or higher education institutions with a common purpose. These associations and alliances serve as platforms for cooperation, knowledge sharing and advocacy within the higher education sector. They promote collaboration among member institutions, address common challenges and work towards common goals. University associations and alliances may operate at the local, national, regional or international level.

Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions
The Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions (ACTI) is a regional organization that represents and advocates for the interests of tertiary level educational institutions in the Caribbean. The organization was established with the objective of promoting the development and advancement of higher… learn more

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