AAALAC International offers the only international accreditation for animal care and use programs. Accreditation through AAALAC International is voluntary and demonstrates a willingness to go above and beyond the minimums required by law. It tells the public that the institution is committed to the responsible care and use of animals in science. Program Description (PD) is the key document used by the Council on Accreditation to evaluate your animal care and use program. The PD template will take you step-by-step through the process of preparing this information. This presentation will explain how to successfully prepare the PD and give some tips on what information is expected by AAALAC International.