Licensure & Associations

Florida Department of Education Birchwood University is authorized by the Commission of Independent Education (CIE), Department of Education, in the State of Florida, USA, and holds a prestigious position in the global education landscape. This degree granting authorization underscores the university's commitment to meeting rigorous academic standards and ensuring a high-quality education for its students. The Commission for Independent Education has statutory responsibilities in matters relating to nonpublic, postsecondary, educational institutions. In keeping with the Florida Department of Education's goal of producing a seamless educational system, some of these functions include consumer protection, program improvement, institutional policies and administration, data management, and the licensure of independent schools, colleges, and universities. The University's Website: Birchwood University: https://www.birchwoodu.org.

Birchwood University is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, License #11386. It's home office is in Orlando, Florida, United States of America.

The degree, diploma, and transcript of the program of study from Birchwood University will be authenticated and Apostilled, if required. An apostille is a seal applied to a certified document to signify its legal authenticity for international use under the terms of the 1961 Hague Convention fulfilling the Requirement of authenticity and Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. For the countries that are not the part of 1961 Hague Convention, the documents may be authenticated by the Embassy or Consulate of the particular Country in the United States (If Applicable).

Birchwood University has been granted full accreditation by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE).

QAHE's accreditation underscores Birchwood University's unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional education that adheres to international standards of excellence and adherence to rigorous quality benchmarks. QAHE, a globally recognized accrediting organization, rigorously assesses educational institutions to ensure they maintain the highest levels of academic integrity, ethical conduct, and professional practices. Birchwood University has met all QAHE's stringent criteria, a testament to its dedication to providing outstanding education to students worldwide.

Birchwood University's commitment to delivering accessible and high-quality education perfectly aligns with QAHE's mission to uphold quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education across the globe.

QAHE is recognized by esteemed bodies such as the National Agency for Quality Assurance in Education & Research (Moldova), the Agency for Accreditation of Educational Programs & Organizations (Kyrgyzstan), the Council on International Higher Education Supervision (Austria), the Higher Education Council (Syria), etc. (Click here to view the full list).

QAHE rewards secondary schools for their research performance, student performance and teaching quality to improve public confidence. Accreditation of higher education institutions is a voluntary, non-governmental process of assurance and institutional development.

Click here to verify the QAHE Certification for Birchwood University.

Birchwood University is a member of the "Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges" (FAPSC) and licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, License #11386.

Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) is the national association representing the proprietary sector of higher education, encompassing over 1,100 campuses and affiliate members across North America.

CECU supports its members by promoting access, opportunity, and quality education for students pursuing new or enhanced career skills. The association focuses on advocacy, communications, professional development, and research to advance the proprietary higher education sector.

Birchwood University is a proud member of Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU).