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2.When can I apply for individual accreditation?

Applications can be submitted now during the transition period, visit our accredited membership webpage for further details and to apply.

From February 2026 there’ll be new accreditation routes available. You can find out more about these routes and the eligibility requirements on our SCoPEd integration webpage.

3. What is the deadline for submitting transition period accreditation applications?

To apply for individual accreditation using the transition accreditation route you’ll need to submit your application by 12 noon, on Friday 30 January.Ìý

4. If my application is deferred during the transition period, will I be able to resubmit it?

Yes, you’ll still have six months from the point of deferral to resubmit your application using the transition scheme and criteria.Ìý

5. If ±õ’m unsuccessful during the transition period, will I be able to appeal? 

Yes, you can appeal any decision within two months of being notified that your application was unsuccessful.ÌýÌý

6. Is it better to apply for individual accreditation during the transition period or wait until the new schemes open in February 2026?

It’s important that you feel ready to apply for accreditation when you prepare and submit your application. Whether that’s during the transition period or in 2026 when the other routes open will depend on your eligibility and readiness to go through this process. You won’t be disadvantaged in terms of eligibility for accreditation.Ìý

A key aim of the accreditation schemes and the transition period is to enable members to move to the membership category that best aligns with their training, experience, knowledge and skills. Members will be able to apply for accreditation at any time during the transition period or afterwards by evidencing they’ve met the accreditation standards.

From February 2026 there will be new accreditation routes available. You can find out more about these routes and the eligibility requirements on our SCoPEd integration webpage.

7. ±õ’m in a different SCoPEd framework column to my supervisor, is that ok?

Your supervisor doesn’t need to be aligned with a particular SCoPEd framework column to support your senior accreditation application however, they should have the necessary knowledge and skills needed for supervising work that aligns with the SCoPEd column B competences. They will also need to be familiar with the SCoPEd framework so they can comment on your overall competence for the Supervisor Statement they’ll complete as part of the application. 

8. What if my supervisor is unaware of the SCoPEd framework and unable to confirm my overall competence?

The SCoPEd framework is available to view on our website. If you’re considering applying for accreditation during the transition period, you may want to share the framework with your supervisor and explore with them how your competence aligns with the columns in the SCoPEd framework.Ìý

Our Supervisor requirements FAQs may also provide useful information.

9. Who assesses the accreditation applications?

Our accreditation officers will check the applications when we receive them to make sure you meet the eligibility criteria. They’ll also check we have all the information we need before allocating to an accreditation assessor, who are qualified practitioners. We also have a robust moderation process to ensure standardisation of assessment.Ìý

10. How long will it take to process my application? 

We’re currently receiving a high number of applications. We’re processing these as quickly as possible but may take up to nine months to complete the assessment process. This may increase if your application is selected for moderation. This is an important part of our quality assurance process. We’re taking steps to address the situation and working as hard as we can for our members.

11. Will the new schemes make it harder to become accredited?

It’s important you feel that you’re ready to apply for accreditation when you prepare and submit your application. Whether that’s during the transition period or waiting for the permanent schemes to open in February 2026. When you apply will depend on your eligibility and readiness to go through this process. You won’t be disadvantaged in terms of eligibility for accreditation.Ìý

A key aim of the accreditation schemes and the transition period is to enable members to move to the membership category that best aligns with their training, experience, knowledge and skills. Members will be able to apply for accreditation at any time during the transition period or thereafter by evidencing they have met the relevant standards.

From February 2026 there’ll be new accreditation routes available. You can find out more about these routes and the eligibility requirements on our SCoPEd integration webpage.

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