The Council on Podiatric Medical Education is an autonomous accrediting agency for podiatric medical education. Deriving its authority from the House of Delegates of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the Council is empowered to develop and adopt standards and policies as necessary for the implementation of all aspects of its accreditation, approval, and recognition purview. The Council has final authority for:

• The accreditation of colleges of podiatric medicine, the approval of fellowships and residency programs, and providers of continuing education.
• The recognition of specialty certifying boards for podiatric medical practice.

The Council is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the US Secretary of Education as the accrediting agency for first professional degree programs in podiatric medicine. Unqualified recognitions by these organizations have recently been extended for the maximum periods available.

The Council also holds membership in the Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA), agreeing with and abiding by the ASPA Code of Good Practice. The ASPA Code of Good Practice is oriented towards the work of accrediting organizations as a guide in establishing the principles on which relationships with programs and institutions should be based. 

CPME Calendar

Council on Podiatric Medical Education 103rd Annual Report, 2022

2023 Self-Study Report

CPME 925a, Complaint Procedures (Colleges) (October 2023)

Complaint Form for Colleges

CPME 925b, Complaint Procedures (Committees) (October 2023)

Complaint Form for 925b for Residencies, Fellowships, Providers, and Specialty Boards

Updates to CPME Policies and Procedures