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  "updatedAt": "2026-08-09T00:03:35.842Z",
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    "founded": "2009",
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    "pricing_model": "Funded primarily by government grants and fees from registered providers. It does not operate on a commercial pricing model.",
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      "Private Sector Accreditation Bodies: Commercial or voluntary accreditation bodies offering quality certifications or inspection services. These typically lack statutory powers for enforcement or unive",
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