Globalization of science and technology provides new opportunities and challenges to educate and train undergraduates in chemistry related fields. While many countries have a system to maintain chemical education standards, many institutions within such countries also pursue approval or certification of their programs by organizations in other countries such as Canada and Great Britain. The Canadian Chemical Society in Canada and the Royal Society of Chemistry in Great Britain are examples of organizations that approve institutions that provide chemical education not only within their territory, but also in other regions of the globe. In contrast, the American Chemical Society, through the Committee on Professional Training (CPT), approves chemistry programs only in US-based educational institutions.<br/>This presentation will summarize ongoing discussions within the CPT on what should be the role of ACS in maintaining high quality education in other regions of the globe. Some of the questions include: Should the ACS certify or approve programs in other countries? What would be the benefit to such programs, their home country, and the world? Could an approval system for international programs be implemented? How would an approval program consider differences in culture and educational practices between the US and programs seeking approval?

Crossing the border: Should ACS approve international undergraduate chemistry programs?

251st National Meeting (2016)

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