This chapter discusses accreditation as a cornerstone of quality assurance and patient safety in healthcare. Accreditation represents an independent, structured evaluation of a healthcare facility’s performance against established standards, ensuring that systems, processes, and outcomes align with principles of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The chapter outlines the step-by-step accreditation process from the formation of quality teams and internal selfassessments to external evaluations by accredited agencies and emphasizing how each phase contributes to organizational learning and accountability. The importance of third-party accreditation is highlighted as a driver of credibility and transparency, reinforcing public trust and motivating healthcare institutions to sustain high-quality care. The chapter also provides an overview of key accreditation bodies in India and globally, explaining their frameworks and approaches. Finally, it explores post-accreditation actions and strategies to maintain momentum, ensuring that quality improvement becomes an ongoing culture rather than a one-time exercise.