What's the Difference?
STEM vs STEM.org Accredited
At Medics Camp, we believe in more than just fun, we’re committed to delivering high-quality STEM education.
Anyone can call their camp “STEM” by offering science, tech, engineering, and math activities but without accreditation, there’s no standardized benchmark for quality or educational effectiveness. Think of it like LEED or ISO certification but for STEM programs.
STEM.org Accredited™ Programs (like Medics Camp):
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Undergo rigorous evaluation by STEM.org the gold standard leader in STEM education
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Meet high standards for curriculum and outcomes
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Align with 21st-century skills and real-world STEM careers
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Provide hands-on, inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking and problem-solving
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Go beyond exploring STEM and build real skills guided by an accredited curriculum
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STEM.org
STEM.org is the longest continually operating, privately-held STEM education research and credentialing organization in the U.S., and is recognized in over 80 countries for its rigorous standards and global impact on STEM education.
Medics Camp
Our Medics Camp programs have been accredited since 2022. Our founder became a certified STEM instructor in 2023 and in 2025, STEM.org recognized Medics Camp as one of the top 10% of STEM-accredited programs worldwide, celebrating our excellence in STEM education and innovative programming.
