About ASCS Agency
Private, independent certification and standards organization for the senior care industry.
ASCS Agency is a private, independent certification and standards organization. ASCS is not a government agency, regulator, or licensing authority. Certification is voluntary and based on compliance with ASCS-developed standards.
Legal Status
Entity Information
ASCS Agency operates as a private certification and standards organization. ASCS functions as an independent standards body establishing certification criteria for senior care organizations.
Operating Authority
ASCS operates under private authority to establish certification standards, evaluate compliance, issue certifications, and maintain a public registry of certified entities. ASCS certification is voluntary and does not replace any state or federal licensing requirements.
ASCS is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government agency, regulatory body, or public authority. All certifications are issued under ASCS-developed private standards.
Governance Structure
Standards & Ethics Committee
Responsible for developing, reviewing, and updating certification standards. Ensures standards reflect current best practices and maintain ethical integrity.
Certification Review Panel
Handles exception cases, appeals, and complex certification decisions that require human judgment beyond automated evaluation systems.
Registry Oversight Function
Maintains public registry integrity, monitors certification status, and ensures accurate representation of certified organizations.
Independence Statement
Operational Independence
ASCS does not own, operate, or manage care providers. ASCS does not provide senior care services, operate care facilities, employ caregivers, or deliver any form of care or support services. ASCS functions exclusively as a private certification authority.
Decision Independence
Certification decisions are independent of commercial influence. ASCS maintains operational independence from certified organizations, industry associations, and commercial interests. ASCS does not accept funding, sponsorship, or consideration from entities subject to certification authority.
Revenue Model
Revenue is derived exclusively from certification fees, credentialing subscriptions, and monitoring services. This model ensures alignment with certification integrity rather than commercial relationships or external influence.
Conflict of Interest Policy
No Pay-to-Certify Guarantees
Payment of certification fees does not guarantee certification approval. All applicants must demonstrate compliance with ASCS standards through documented evidence and verification processes. Certification is merit-based, not fee-based.
Certification Denial and Revocation
Certification can be denied for failure to meet standards, incomplete documentation, or verification failures. Certification can be revoked for non-compliance, misrepresentation, or failure to maintain required standards. ASCS maintains sole discretion over certification decisions.
Prohibited Relationships
ASCS maintains strict conflict of interest policies prohibiting financial relationships, consulting arrangements, or advisory roles with organizations subject to certification authority. Standards development and enforcement decisions are made independently of industry pressure or commercial considerations.
Core Functions
Standards Development
Establishes and maintains comprehensive certification standards defining requirements for senior care organizations across multiple service categories.
Compliance Evaluation
Assesses applications through automated verification systems and rules-based evaluation to determine compliance with certification requirements.
Certification Issuance
Issues digital certifications, grants badge usage rights, and maintains public registry entries for organizations meeting established standards.
Ongoing Monitoring
Conducts periodic compliance verification, monitors certification validity, and enforces renewal requirements to maintain registry integrity.
Important Disclaimers
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The following disclaimers define the scope and limitations of ASCS certification.
ASCS is Not a Government Agency
ASCS Agency is a private, independent certification and standards organization. ASCS is not a government agency, regulator, or licensing authority. ASCS certification does not replace state or federal licensing requirements.
ASCS is Not a Care Provider
ASCS does not provide senior care services, operate care facilities, employ caregivers, or deliver any form of care or support services. ASCS functions exclusively as a private certification authority.
Certification Does Not Guarantee Quality
ASCS certification indicates compliance with ASCS-developed standards at the time of certification issuance. Certification does not constitute a guarantee of service quality, safety, or outcomes. Consumers should conduct independent due diligence when selecting care providers.
Limited Liability
ASCS liability is limited to certification decisions and registry accuracy. ASCS assumes no liability for actions, omissions, or outcomes related to care delivery by certified organizations. Certification does not create agency, partnership, or liability relationships between ASCS and certified entities.