title: Preparing for course validation.
abstract: This paper provides the reader with a step-by-step guide to the process of validation. It is argued that validation should provide a forum for the constructive discussion and rigorous scrutiny of all aspects of the proposed course. This is an essential part of any educational institution's quality assurance program.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: MacCormick
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Cheater
mesh_terms: D000068:Accreditation / Q000379:methods*; D003479:Curriculum; D004282:Documentation; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D010380:Peer Review / Q000379:methods*