Accreditation by an authorizing agency attests to and approves our programs as meeting a prescribed standard. Accreditation applies to our programs, the way that they are delivered, and who delivers them. Through accreditation, an outside, credentialed institution grants recognition that we maintain reputable standards. The National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE) Standards Accreditation – Accreditation and adherence to NCACE’s national standards provides AYSO with across the board recognition and validity from colleges, universities, high school athletic associations, national governing bodies of sport, youth sports organizations, and others for AYSO’s certification programs.