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Technology First Accreditation

Demonstrate your organization’s commitment to excellence through Technology First Accreditation. Gain recognition, improve practices, and join a network of leading organizations.

Why Technology First Accreditation?

What Sets Technology First Accreditation Apart: Access to SHIFT Subject Matter Experts

Technology First accreditation is not a document review. It is a strategic partnership. Organizations gain direct access to national subject matter experts who understand the operational, ethical, funding, and cultural complexities of implementing a Technology First approach in real service systems.

SHIFT experts provide practical, hands-on guidance to strengthen infrastructure, anticipate and navigate implementation barriers, and address systemic challenges before they become entrenched. They help organizations move from intention to execution with clarity and confidence.

This expert partnership accelerates alignment, reduces avoidable missteps, and ensures that Technology First is embedded into governance, daily practice, and accountability systems—not left to individual champions or isolated initiatives.

Technology First Accreditation Process Flow

Step 1

Group Education

Step 2

Application & Payment

Step 3

Data
Collection

Step 4

Organizational Technology Plan

Step 8

Goals

Step 7

Technology Team

Step 6

Surveys

Step 5

File Reviews

Step 9

Accreditation Determination

Benefits of Accreditation

Embeds Technology into Organizational Strategy

Moves technology from pilots or isolated initiatives into governance, budgeting, service planning, and leadership oversight—ensuring it is sustained, scalable, and structurally supported.

Aligns Practice with National Standards and Person-Centered Values

Brings the organization into alignment with national best practices while ensuring enabling technology advances autonomy, dignity, safety, connection, and informed choice.

Strengthens Infrastructure, Data, and Accountability

Formalizes policies, informed consent and risk mitigation processes, data collection methods, and outcome tracking systems that support responsible implementation and measurable impact.

Expands Workforce Capacity While Addressing Budget Constraints

Reduces over-reliance on staffing-intensive models, supports greater independence for people served, maximizes valuable staff time, and provides a structured strategy for navigating workforce shortages and funding limitations.

Builds Internal Expertise and Digital Literacy

Develops shared language, practical skills, and cross-department confidence needed to sustain a Technology First culture.

Enhances Credibility, Sustainability, and Market Differentiation

Signals readiness for modernization to state agencies and funders, strengthens long-term viability, and positions the organization as a leader in responsible innovation.

Technology First Education Requirements for Accreditation

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Organization Annual Revenue
$1-$1,000,000
$1,000,001 - $5,000,000
$5,000,001 - $10,000,000
$10,000,001 - $30,000,000
$30,000,001 - $50,000,000
$50,000,001 - $100,000,000
$100,000,001+
ETL Certification
1
1
3
2
2
3
4
ETIS & ETN Certifications (Combined)
1
2
3
4
6
10
12
Technology First Foundations
10
15
20
25
50
75
125

Plans and Pricing

Accreditation pricing is based on your organization’s annual revenue.

All fees cover a full 2-year initial accreditation period, including ongoing support.

The accreditation fee does not include the cost of education.

Annual Revenue
$1- $1,000,000
$3,000

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$1,000,001- $5,000,000
$4,000

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$5,000,001- $10,000,000
$5,000

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$10,000,001- $30,000,000
$6,500

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$30,000,001- $50,000,000
$8,000

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$50,000,001- $100,000,000
$10,000

Accreditation Fee

Annual Revenue
$100,000,000+
$12,000

Accreditation Fee

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