NCLEA – Accreditation Manager’s Resources
Welcome NCLEA Accreditation Managers! This page offers you resources to help you succeed in the NCLEA program…from getting started, to accreditation, and re-accredited.
Please remember AM training is required for all agencies before beginning NCLEA self-assessment.
Application/Enrollment Coordinator:
Angie Schrock – aschrock@ncdoj.gov – 336.686.0417
Work Hours: M-F – 8am – Noon
NCLEA ACCREDITATION RESOURCES:
NCPSCAP ACCREDITATION RESOURCES:
ESP CERTIFICATION RESOURCES:
- ESP Online Application Form (to go live June 1, 2026)
- Essential Standards Program (ESP) will be offered to small and rural agencies as a “gateway to accreditation.”
- This professional certificate program will introduce law enforcement agencies to the concepts of accreditation and is comprised of 20 standards deemed essential for law enforcement agencies to reduce risk and litigation.
- This certificate program is voluntary for law enforcement agencies in North Carolina, and there is no fee for participation.
IF YOU ARE NEW TO ACCREDITATION:
- NCLEA Standards Manual Crosswalk (manual includes standards reference and suggested proofs)
IF YOU ARE A CALEA AGENCY:
- NCLEA Advanced Crosswalk (color coded document)
- NCLEA LE1 Crosswalk (color coded document)
- NCLEA Standards Manual Crosswalk (manual includes standards reference and suggested proofs)
PREPARING FOR AN INITIAL ON-SITE:
(*Re-Accreditation is a three year cycle with an annual report required in addition to yearly proofs. The re-accreditation process is automatic (no application needed) and begins on your initial awards date from your respective Commission.)
ANNUAL REPORT: (after NCLEA accreditation)
- NCLEA Annual Report Form (used by agencies that have been NCLEA accredited)
RESOURCES: