Learning Solution Accreditation Including: Instructor-led workshops Online (synchronous & asynchronous) training Self-study or Independent study Structured On-the-Job/Practicum-based Blended delivery methods

Accreditation Accreditation: a process by which a program is evaluated against defined standards and recognition is awarded by a third party if in compliance with the standards” (Association Trends, 2016)

Accreditation Standards Certified Learning Solutions Demonstrate: Potential – Recognition of an Opportunity Partnering – Engagement of Stakeholders Planning – Alignment of the Content and the Delivery Method Proof – Confirmation of its Viability & Feasibility Practice – Reinforcement of Behaviors to Build Capacity Pursuit – Monitoring the Application of the Content Promotion – Measurement of Impact Promise – Continuous Improvement

Eligibility Requirements The Learning Solution should: Have a well defined purpose Have been tested in the marketplace to confirm its viability Have processes that communicate the ethics expected of learners; learners’ superiors; course sponsors; developers; and contractors

Instructional Design Requirements The learning solution should demonstrate each of the 9 Instructional design development standards Address Sustainability Align the Solution Assess Performance Collaborate and Partner Elicit Performance Practice Engage Learner Enhance Retention and Transfer Ensure Context Sensitivity Ensure Relevance

Organization/Sponsor Requirements The learning organization or program sponsor should demonstrate each of the following: Analyze - identify the need or opportunity for the learner, organization, or marketplace Focus –derive the rationale for this solution based on the results of the analysis Resource - commit resources (human, technology, and financial) to support program delivery, maintenance, and improvement Prove – create meaning from the data captured to show impact and sustainability Forecast - monitor learner, organizational, or marketplace needs to assure continued relevance and effectiveness

How to Satisfy the Eligibility Requirements Submit a written description of: Purpose: why was the learning solution developed; what was the driver behind it; Demographics: industry/size; reach-local/regional, multi- national; security level/type required of reviewers Structure: how is it organized; what is the delivery format; what is the age of program; what is the average number of attendees (usage); how frequently is it offered Ethics: What behaviors and commitments are expected of Learners; Learners’ Superiors; Course Sponsors; Learning Developers; Contractors

How to Satisfy the Instructional Design Requirements Once eligible: Confirm the solution was developed by a Certified Instructional Designer Developer (CIDD). OR Have the program lead designer apply for and earn the CIDD certification. Undergo an external audit of the program to confirm its design and delivery satisfies the Accreditation Standards. The audit includes a review of a sample of the instructional components and an interview with the lead designer or program manager.

Organization/Sponsor Requirements The learning organization or program sponsor should demonstrate each of the following: Analyze – describe identify the need or opportunity for the learner, organization, or marketplace Focus –derive the rationale for this solution based on the results of the analysis Resource - commit resources (human, technology, and financial) to support program delivery, maintenance, and improvement Prove – create meaning from the data captured to show impact and sustainability Forecast - monitor learner, organizational, or marketplace needs to assure continued relevance and effectiveness

How to Satisfy the Organization/Sponsor Requirements Complete a form and participate in an interview that collectively: Analyze – describe the process used to identify the need or opportunity for the learner, organization, or marketplace Focus – describe the process and rationale for the justification of this solution based on the results of the analysis Resource - describe the resources (human, technology, and financial) used to support program delivery, maintenance, and improvement Prove – describe the data collected and give evidence that shows impact and sustainability Forecast – describe the forecasting methods used to identify trends in learner, organizational, or marketplace needs and to assure continued relevance and effectiveness

Annual Renewal Year 1: Electronic Survey plus an interview Year 3: Desk Review Plus Interview of: Demographic changes Solution content changes Solution structure changes

Fees Eligibility fee is $1,200 Application review fee is: 1. A desk review and interview to assess the organization/sponsor requirements - $2,950 AND 2a. If the learning solution was created by a CIDD no other fee is required OR 2b. If you want to co-certify the lead instructional designer at the same time the additional fee is $750 3. If the ID is not available to be certified an audit is required. The audit fee for instructor-led courses is calculated in units of class time. One-day (1-10 hours) is $1,500. Additional days are $1,050 per day. The eligibility fee is waivered for subsequent learning solutions that are part of a series. The eligibility fee for additional learning solutions not part of a series is discounted by 15%. The fee for auditing additional learning solutions using a different delivery mode will be quoted separately

Fees Continued Annual/Renewal Year 1: survey & interview $500 Year 3: re-audit of the learning organization standards with focus on sustained and forecast $3,725 * Repeats cycle * Note if the structure significantly changes, for example the solution goes from instructor-led to online modules, a new application will be required. This is an opportunity to certify the new program at a discount.

Summary Meet the eligibility requirements Satisfy the instructional design requirements Program was developed by a CIDD Program undergoes an audit Satisfy the Organizational requirements Commit to the annual renewal