Raising the Standard on Behavioral Health and Education through quality assurance, certification, accreditation, and training
Raising the Standard on Behavioral Health and Education through quality assurance, certification, accreditation, and training
Green Apple Accreditation Commission of Social Services accredits programs that serve children, families, and communities with excellence. We partner with schools, child care programs, behavioral health providers, public health agencies, and community service organizations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance. Our standards promote integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement across every service area.
At Green Apple Accreditation Commission, we aim to improve the quality of care and ensure that behavioral health programs providing services to children and their families meet high standards of practice and effectiveness. We accredit programs providing mental health, substance abuse treatment,residental treatment, and community-based behavioral health.
Finding a high-quality child care provider involves careful research and consideration. Parents look for providers accredited by reputable organizations such as Green Apple Accreditation Commission.
We accredit educational and early learning programs including schools, childcare centers, preschools, afterschool programs, tutoring programs, and exceptional needs programs.
"As providers of high quality early childhood education services, we do our very best to serve our community. We need the guidance and support from organizations like yours to do this. The insight and professionalism of you and your staff is a refreshing reminder of what we all should be working for - excellence, not bureaucratic posturing that only inhibits the mission and primary goals of why we are all doing what we do every day."
Sarah Brazier, Liberty Academy
The Edna Runner Tutorial Center
Edna Runner was a community educator and child advocate for over 38 years. Ms. Edna W. Runner, believed that the children of West Jupiter deserved an opportunity to live the American dream, and she set out to create a safe and nurturing environment where they could pursue academic and personal excellence, The Edna W. Runner Tutorial Center now provides after school, spring break, and summer camp services for more than 125 elementary and middle-school-aged students. Lifetime membership is bestowed upon the Edna Runner Tutorial Center in honor of the late Edna Runner's service, "l love you!"
Freda Stevens, Founder and Executive Director
Phyllis Brannen, Archway Counseling
Phyllis Brannen has served in the Behavioral Health field for 23 years. She completed her Master's Degree at 58 years old. At the tender age of 80 years old, she still works tirelessly, with compassion for adults and youth with DUI issues. Ms. Brannen, you deserve your recognition. On behalf of Green Apple Accreditation, we have granted you LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP (dues FREE) for your hardwork and dedication to the field . We say, "Thank you. The field needs more people like you!"
Freda Stevens, Founder and Executive Director
Accreditation Team: Monthly Office Hours
The Accreditation Department hosts office hours
the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 11 am
via Google Meets and Facebook Live.
Ask questions about the accreditation process,
your self study review, and more!
Green Apple Annual Conference
2026 National Conference
October 22-24, 2026
Learn More about Green Apple's
Annual Conference Here
Board Meeting
December 11, 2025 at 12 PM
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Committee Membership applications are OPEN
Conference Commitee and Visitation Committee
are accepting new members. More Info Here
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