HVAC Excellence is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. James Crisp as the new Executive Director of Accreditation. Dr. Crisp brings over 30 years of experience in career and technical education, spanning secondary, post-secondary, and state-level leadership roles.
Dr. Crisp will oversee accreditation standards, processes, and the accreditation team, ensuring schools achieve and maintain the highest levels of quality and compliance. He will also work closely with schools launching new programs or seeking accreditation, providing leadership in to schools seeking to raise their standards.
A Proven Leader in Education
Dr. Crisp's career reflects a lifelong dedication to career and technical education. His extensive background includes:
- State Coordinator for Educational Programs with the Technical College System of Georgia.
- Holding administrative roles as Instructional Coordinator at Heart of Georgia Technical College, Director of Institutional Effectiveness at Griffin Technical College.
- Serving as a classroom instructor for Construction Trades, Industrial Arts, and Industrial Technology at the secondary level.
Dr. Crisp has been instrumental in driving educational program effectiveness, coordinating institutional accreditation efforts, and developing technical education curricula that prepare students for success in the modern workforce.
Educational Excellence
Dr. Crisp’s academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science and Master’s degree in Trade and Industrial Education from Georgia Southern University, as well as a Ph.D. in Vocational Leadership from Georgia State University. These qualifications, coupled with decades of hands-on experience, and hundreds of onsite visits to schools position him as an ideal leader for this pivotal role.
A Vision for the Future
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Crisp to our organization,” said Howard Weiss. “His unparalleled expertise in career and technical education, combined with his passion for improving educational standards, will elevate our accreditation process and strengthen our partnerships with schools across the nation.”
To learn more about HVAC Excellence, programmatic accreditation, the standards, and the process, visit https://www.escogroup.org/hvac/ and click the accreditation link, or call 800 394-5268.