[2] In the field of Rabbinical and Talmudic education the association sees itself as both a gatekeeper and a historical authority.
They aim to hold traditional thought in a modern world through balance of the old and new.
AARTS is an independently run, non profit organization, made up of experts in the field of Rabbinical and Talmudic training, which set educational standards in the field throughout the country.
All of these programs must meet set standards in education, finance and graduate requirements in order to be considered for accreditation.
[3][4] Since AARTS meets Council for Higher Education Accreditation[5] and United States Department of Education[6] recognition criteria, AARTS standards correspond to those of regional accreditors.