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Founded in 1870, the American Correctional Association has a long and successful history of providing training, certification and accreditation to facilities in the United States. ACA has expanded its expertise to many countries around the world. ACA’s International Core Standards provide the basis for accreditation of correctional institutions throughout the world, supplying organizations with the information they need to pursue and maintain excellence in correctional practices. In addition, ACA’s customized international trainings provide a full range of opportunities for adult correctional and juvenile justice staff. Explore how your facility can benefit from ACA’s international expertise by becoming a global partner in corrections. For more information, contact Jeff Washington, deputy executive director at execoffice@aca.org.