Get Accreditation Ready

About this event

This practical workshop provides a springboard for museums who are preparing their first application, are already Accredited and preparing their return, or those seeking to refresh their knowledge of the Scheme.

The workshop will provide:

• an overview of the 2018 Museum Accreditation Standard
• tips for preparing an application or return
• where to find supporting guidance and resources
• what to expect from an assessment

The workshop will be peppered with practical exercises and group discussion so that participants can learn from one another.

The event will be delivered via Zoom using a range of exercises and interactive features including Chat and Breakout Rooms, and will include a short break. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and actively participate in discussion. If you have any concerns about accessibility or usability for these features please contact enquiries@mdmidlands.org.uk

This event supports the Arts Council England Dynamism Investment Principle.

About Jennie Crawford

Jennie Crawford has been commissioned to develop and deliver the MDM Accreditation programme. She has extensive knowledge of the museum Accreditation standard having worked as Accreditation Advisor in the Midlands for 23/24 and delivering high quality engaging Accreditation workshops in the Midlands since 2022. Prior to her work in the Midlands, Jennie was an Accreditation Adviser for Arts Council England (2011-15) and Museum Development North West (2018-22).

Who should attend?

This workshop is aimed at anyone involved in the Accreditation process within a museum that is either already Accredited or Working Towards Accreditation. It is an introduction to the Accreditation process and you do not have to have priori experience of Accreditation to take part. It would also provide a useful refresher to anyone who has previously been involved in Accreditation but would like to update their knowledge.

Maximum two delegates per organisation.

Accessibility

This event will be auto-captioned through Zoom. If you would benefit from any other form of access support, including live captioning, please answer ‘yes’ to the access requirements question on the booking form and email the MDM team as early as possible stating the support you require.

All participants will receive an email containing a Zoom link to the training prior to the event. The email will be sent to the email address used for booking. If you have not received an email the day before the event please contact us.

Read the MDE Access Statement here

Bookings

Please note: We require you to complete the full booking form in order to confirm your eligibility for the session. The main booking form questions will appear after you have been through the 'check out' process. If you do not complete this form we will be in contact and reserve the right to cancel your ticket if we do not receive a response.

Contact Us

If you need any further information or would like to speak to a member of the team please contact us:

Enquiries@mdmidlands.org.uk

01952 435943