Our Introduction

The IBAS Certification Service has amassed an impressive track record spanning more than two and a half decades, during which it has consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise in the realm of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training certification.

With this extensive experience, IBAS has firmly established itself as the premier global authority for individuals and organizations alike who are in pursuit of IBAS certification for their training courses and events. Throughout its journey, IBAS has remained dedicated to upholding the highest standards in the field of CPD certification.

Founded in 1996, the IBAS Certification Service is the world’s foremost and most extensive autonomous accreditation organization for IBAS certification, operating across various industry sectors.

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With 26 years experience providing industry-leading CPD certification

How to become certified

CPD certification is appropriate for a wide range of organizations, spanning from small consultancy firms to large training providers, multinational corporations, conference and event organizers, universities, further education colleges, local authorities, councils, and government departments.

Organizations aspiring to attain CPD certification can demonstrate their dedication to Continuing Professional Development by becoming members of The CPD Certification Service. Our organization has formally CPD certified tens of thousands of training courses, events, e-learning programs, conferences, workshops, and seminars, consistently adding substantial value each year for both professional audiences and training providers.

Certification for learning

The CPD Certification Service rigorously evaluates additional learning activities, upholding the highest standards. Millions of professionals identify our CPD Certified emblem as the definitive benchmark that not only reflects but also establishes those standards. CPD submissions undergo thorough assessment and certification.

Our CPD quality marks are safeguarded by international copyright laws. The universally acknowledged and authoritative CPD Member and CPD Certified symbols provide professionals, associations, and educational training providers with the assurance that further learning meets the exacting qualitative criteria expected by all stakeholders.

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Our unparalleled experience and track record of collaborating with training providers, professional bodies, academic institutions, universities, and businesses of various scales positions us to assist organizations in their quest for authoritative and globally recognized CPD certification for their continuing education courses and events.

We offer various membership tiers tailored to meet specific requirements and financial considerations. The determination of the most suitable membership level is reached through an initial conversation and recommendations that take into account the number of training courses or events.

CPD certification process

The process of CPD certification is straightforward and assists organizations
in transforming their knowledge into an acknowledged method of learning.

Remit of Certification Service

Most professional associations typically outline CPD requirements for their members, often in the form of CPD hours or points. However, these requirements usually remain flexible, with no strict guidelines regarding the specific topics to be covered, leaving the responsibility for professional development in the hands of individuals.

On the other hand, employers often adopt a more defined approach to skill enhancement within their respective organizations. Neither of these groups typically assesses or prescribes the quality of proposed learning materials. The CPD Certification Service offers a well-established and practical solution through its rigorous and unbiased assessment process.

History of CPD

The origins of CPD can be traced back to the period following World War II when institutional organizations recognized the necessity for structured ongoing learning after formal qualifications. Prior to this, it was generally assumed that qualified professionals would autonomously seek out and engage in knowledge-enhancing activities on an informal or voluntary basis.

However, as the business and professional landscape evolved with growing technological advancements and an increased focus on legal matters, there arose a clear need for a more organized and systematic approach. Over the past two decades, this dedication to CPD has expanded beyond those associated with institutional bodies and is now embraced across all sectors.

What can you get CPD certified?

Certification for Continuing Professional Development encompasses a wide variety of learning
approaches. Our Assessments team annually evaluates thousands of CPD training
courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, and events.

Training Courses

CPD training courses are the most well-known method of completing Continuing Professional Development.

Seminars

Seminars are a type of short course and are typically a few hours long, but sometimes last up to one day.

Workshops

CPD workshops are interactive educational group sessions which are similar to seminars but with a few differences.

Webinars

Webinars are a method of online learning which is held virtually and attended by an online audience.

Events

There are a number of different forms of learning that can be considered a CPD event. CPD events include conferences.

Online Courses

Online CPD courses are an increasingly popular method of learning that offer convenience and affordability.