Accreditation is a process that demonstrates a university or institution's ability to provide quality education and skills needed for a profession. There is a hierarchy of accreditation with the US Department of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation setting standards, regional and national accrediting agencies accrediting institutions, and programmatic accreditors reviewing specific programs. Accreditation ensures transparency about a school's programs and degrees, quality through marketing and admissions practices, and assurance of student success through graduation rates and job placements.