The Framework is a tool to guide quality improvement (QI). Using the Framework is not a requirement for accreditation or verification.
Using the Framework does not guarantee compliance, but the Framework can be used as a tool to support your facility’s ongoing QI efforts required for accreditation/verification.
No, the PRQ is a separate quality program-specific document that must be filled out.
The QI Basics course can be found in the Quality > Quality Improvement Education section of the ACS website.
You can access the Framework at facs.org/qualityframework.
The Framework is a tool to guide quality improvement. It is not a methodology but can be used with methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma or with PDSA and DMAIC models.
No, the Framework is a free resource.
The Framework can be used by any individuals or teams completing quality improvement projects in any setting. The Quality Framework can be applied to all programs, accreditation projects and verification programs to guide QI projects.
The Case Study Repository offers a curated list of quality improvement projects from participants of ACS Quality Programs. If your team would like to submit a QI project for consideration, please contact ACSQualityFramework@facs.org.
No, we do not require permission to use the Framework for doctoral work or publication as it is available for public use. ACS would appreciate content acknowledgement when applicable.
Still have questions? Contact us at ACSQualityFramework@facs.org.