Program Updates

The Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) is pleased to announce the enhanced and redesigned Vendor Accreditation Program, aimed at further elevating standards and safety in the challenge course, aerial adventure park, canopy tour, and zip line industry. This program builds on ACCT's... Continue Reading

As we work towards our July launch of Vendor Accreditation, we are thrilled to highlight some significant improvements to our Vendor Accreditation Program, designed to bring consistent and reliable audits, greater value for users, and stronger program enforcement. These enhancements ensure... Continue Reading

An additional update is the Vendor Auditor. The Administrative and Technical Reviewer roles have been consolidated into a more structured and defined Vendor Auditor role. About the Vendor Auditor Role As a Vendor Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in our re-designed Vendor Accreditation... Continue Reading

Our new Outreach & Engagement Coordinator, Brittany, got the chance to accompany a professional inspection and talk to both the operator of the course and the inspectors about the importance of the process. There are some great takeaways from this fresh perspective. Continue Reading

If you missed the Qualified Course Professional Guidelines update workshop at the conference, no worries! We are bringing the updates to you! The Qualified Course Professional Task Force has concentrated on refining the guidelines to better define the attributes of a qualified person, emphasizing... Continue Reading

This year, we implemented a strategic adjustment by transitioning from QR Codes back to self-tracking CEU lists, eliminating the need for presenter signatures but incorporating sign-in/sign-out sheets. This decision was made with the aim of streamlining the CEU collection process, ensuring a more... Continue Reading

Attention all Operation Reviewer and Inspector Certification candidates, the clock is ticking faster than a ride down a zip line, and deadlines are looming! Complete your applications, and secure your spot for the upcoming events. Act now to avoid any setbacks in your credentialing journey. These... Continue Reading

Operation Reviewer Training: We wanted to remind you of the upcoming deadline for Operation Reviewer Training applications. Please note that registration for the Operation Reviewer Training is separate from your conference registration. Application Deadline: February 2nd, 2024 To complete... Continue Reading

We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for individuals seeking to become integral members of the Approved Operation Reviewer group. As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in the industry, we are hosting an Operation Reviewer Training on Sunday, February 25th, 2024,... Continue Reading

Relevant Update posted 2024-03-21 updated 2023-12-08 Editor Notes: To assist the reader with some previous information not included in this article's release on 12/7/23, we would like to provide some additional information to bring more clarity. In 2020, Florida introduced changes to its... Continue Reading

We are thrilled to announce updates to the Inspector Certification Program that aim to streamline the eligibility process and enhance accessibility for international and domestic inspectors. As the ACCT Inspector Certification Program has expanded, the number of certified inspectors from around... Continue Reading

Written by Heather Brooks, ACCT Program Manager, and Niels Damman, The Alliance Collaborative Board Chair In the lush green heart of Central America lies a country known for its biodiversity, sustainability efforts, and jaw-dropping landscapes - Costa Rica. But this year, Costa Rica's Monteverde... Continue Reading