If a course is accredited by the NCDT, this essentially means that the students applying for it can be reassured that this particular course is recognized by the drama profession as being relevant to the purpose of their employment, and that the profession has confidence that the people they employ who have completed these courses have the skills and attributes required for the continuing health of the industry.

If a course is not accredited by the NCDT, it may be difficult to use your degree after graduation as few employers will take your degree seriously. If you are seeking a degree in drama or theatre for personal enjoyment, accreditation may not be important to you, however, if you want to use your degree in the workplace or plan on furthering your education at a later date, accreditation is essential.