Organisation & Programme Accreditation
IGH3P® organisation and programme recognition provides an independent framework through which training organisations can demonstrate how their coaching or mentoring programmes are designed, delivered, assessed and quality assured.
Recognition focuses on the programme, its professional standards and the systems supporting its delivery.
Recognition for Organisations Delivering Professional Learning
Organisation and programme recognition is intended for providers delivering structured coaching, mentoring or related professional-development programmes.
The review considers how the programme operates in practice, including its structure, curriculum, learning outcomes, delivery, assessment and quality-assurance arrangements.
The depth of review depends on the type of recognition sought and the nature of the programme being submitted.
Certification & Accreditation
IGH3P® offers different forms of programme recognition according to the scope and depth of evaluation required.
Programme Certification
Certification recognises that a programme has been reviewed against defined foundational requirements relating to structure, content, delivery and intended learning outcomes.
- Defined programme structure
- Appropriate curriculum and content
- Clear intended learning outcomes
- Suitable delivery arrangements
- Evidence of appropriate quality processes
Programme Accreditation
Accreditation involves a broader evaluation of the programme and the systems supporting its professional delivery, assessment, governance and continuing quality.
- Programme design and professional purpose
- Curriculum and competency alignment
- Assessment and evaluation methods
- Trainer or facilitator competence
- Quality assurance and professional oversight
Certification and Accreditation Serve Different Purposes
Certification
Certification indicates that the programme has been reviewed against defined recognition criteria appropriate to the level and type of programme submitted.
Accreditation
Accreditation involves a more comprehensive review of programme quality, professional standards, assessment, delivery arrangements and continuing oversight.
What IGH3P® Considers
Applications are reviewed against criteria relevant to the nature, purpose and professional scope of the programme.
Programme Design
The structure, scope, duration and delivery approach of the coaching or mentoring programme.
Curriculum & Content
The professional knowledge, concepts, skills and learning content included within the programme.
Learning Objectives
Clear and measurable learning outcomes aligned with the purpose of the programme and participant development.
Delivery
How learning is facilitated and whether the delivery approach appropriately supports the stated outcomes.
Assessment & Evaluation
The processes used to evaluate participant learning, development, programme effectiveness and outcomes.
Quality & Professional Standards
The policies, oversight, ethical expectations and quality processes supporting responsible programme delivery.
Coaching & Mentoring Programmes
The underlying quality framework is shared, while the evidence submitted should reflect the purpose and professional context of the particular programme.
Coaching Programme Recognition
For organisations using structured coaching programmes to support leadership, performance, professional development or organisational capability.
- Programme structure, scope and intended participants
- Coaching curriculum and professional competencies
- Learning and development objectives
- Coach or facilitator competence
- Assessment, evaluation and quality assurance
Mentoring Programme Recognition
For organisations delivering formal mentoring programmes designed to support professional development, knowledge transfer, progression or organisational learning.
- Programme structure and mentoring purpose
- Mentor preparation and matching processes
- Clear expectations for mentors and mentees
- Professional boundaries and ethical practice
- Evaluation and continuing programme oversight
What Your Organisation May Need to Provide
The documentation requested will depend on the programme and recognition pathway, but applicants should be prepared to provide evidence sufficient to demonstrate how the programme operates in practice.
From Application to Decision
The depth of evaluation varies according to whether certification or accreditation is sought, but the overall process follows a clear professional sequence.
Application
Submit the relevant organisational application and identify the programme or programmes seeking recognition.
Documentation
Provide the requested programme materials, policies and supporting evidence.
Review
The submission is reviewed against the applicable IGH3P® recognition criteria.
Evaluation
Additional evidence, clarification, discussion or other evaluation may be requested where appropriate.
Decision
A recognition decision is made and the organisation is informed of the outcome and any applicable conditions.
Maintaining Appropriate Standards
Recognition is based on the programme and organisational arrangements presented during the review. Organisations are therefore expected to maintain standards consistent with the basis on which recognition was granted.
Significant changes to programme content, delivery, assessment, ownership or quality arrangements may need to be disclosed where they materially affect the recognised programme.
- Maintain appropriate programme records
- Continue applying relevant professional and ethical standards
- Maintain appropriate delivery and assessment processes
- Cooperate with review or quality-assurance activity where required
- Represent IGH3P® recognition accurately and without misleading claims
A Structured Independent Review
Recognition provides an external reference point for organisations seeking to demonstrate the professional framework supporting their programmes.
Independent Assessment
Programme structure, delivery and quality arrangements are reviewed against the applicable IGH3P® criteria.
Professional Recognition
Approved programmes may represent their recognised status in accordance with the scope and conditions of the recognition granted.
Quality Development
The review process can provide a structured basis for examining programme design, assessment and quality assurance.
Programme Recognition Does Not Automatically Confer Individual Accreditation
Accreditation or certification of an organisation or programme should not be represented as automatic individual accreditation of every trainer, coach, mentor, participant or graduate associated with that programme. Individual professional recognition is considered separately under the relevant IGH3P® pathway.
Explore the Appropriate Recognition Pathway
Organisations seeking recognition for a particular course may also wish to review the separate Course Accreditation & Certification pathway.