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Malaysian Community Colleges Academician’s Perception and Challenges in Implementing the Technologist and Technician Accreditation Standard Second Edition

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  • Rama Rao Lachanna

    (Mechanical Engineering Department, Politeknik Banting Selangor, Malaysia)

  • Md Rizal Bin Ramli

    (Governance and Excellence Division, Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education, Malaysia)

  • Darni Binti Mohamed Yusoff

    (Department of Mathematics, Science & Computer, Politeknik Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia)

Abstract

This study examines the understanding and implementation of the Technologist and Technician Accreditation Standard Second Edition (TTAC) among academic staff in Malaysian Community Colleges. Using a quantitative research approach, data were collected from 153 academic staff, including Heads of Programme and lecturers, through structured questionnaires. The analysis, conducted using SPSS, reveals that while academic staff demonstrate a strong understanding of TTAC, significant challenges persist in implementation. These include complexities in accreditation documentation, time constraints, inadequate training, and limited institutional resources. Despite strong management support, gaps in structured professional development hinder seamless adoption of the accreditation standard. The findings highlight the need for targeted training, streamlined accreditation processes, and improved resource allocation to enhance compliance and educational quality. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers, accreditation bodies, and educational institutions in strengthening accreditation practices and fostering continuous quality improvement within Malaysia’s community college system.

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  • Rama Rao Lachanna & Md Rizal Bin Ramli & Darni Binti Mohamed Yusoff, 2025. "Malaysian Community Colleges Academician’s Perception and Challenges in Implementing the Technologist and Technician Accreditation Standard Second Edition," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(3), pages 3956-3967, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-3:p:3956-3967
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    1. Sverre Grepperud & Terje Andreas Mathisen & Pål Andreas Pedersen, 2019. "Accreditation in a differentiated duopoly," Managerial and Decision Economics, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 40(3), pages 336-349, April.
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