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Personnel Certification Body Partnership

A structured partnership model for certification bodies to adopt and deliver SHI-developed certification schemes within a defined and consistent framework. 

Overview

Standardization Hub International (SHI) offers a structured partnership model for personnel certification bodies seeking to implement competency-based certification schemes within their operations.

As a scheme owner, SHI develops and maintains certification frameworks covering defined roles, competency requirements, assessment structures, and certification processes.

Through this partnership, certification bodies can adopt SHI schemes, align with a consistent framework, and deliver certification services while maintaining independence in their certification activities.

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Partnership Approach

The partnership is designed to support certification bodies in expanding their certification offerings through structured and professionally developed schemes.

SHI provides the scheme framework, including defined certification requirements, competency criteria, and assessment structures, while partner certification bodies are responsible for delivering certification activities in accordance with their systems and applicable requirements.

This ensures a clear separation between scheme ownership and certification delivery, maintaining integrity and consistency across the ecosystem.

Why Partner with SHI

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Access to Developed Certification Schemes 

Implement structured certification schemes aligned with defined competency frameworks. 

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Expand Certification Portfolio  

Introduce new certification offerings without developing schemes independently. 

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Consistency and Framework Alignment

Operate within a structured system that ensures clarity, consistency, and defined certification pathways. 

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Strengthened Market Positioning 

Enhance credibility through association with a recognized scheme framework. 

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Scalable Growth Opportunity 

Expand certification activities across multiple roles and sectors using a standardized approach. 

Who This Partnership Is Designed For

This partnership is intended for personnel certification bodies seeking to expand or strengthen their certification offerings.

It is suitable for organizations involved in professional certification, competence assessment, and credentialing activities across various domains.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants are expected to demonstrate capability and readiness to operate as a certification body in alignment with defined frameworks.

Typical requirements include:

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    Established certification body structure and processes
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    Experience in certification, assessment, or related activities
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    Ability to conduct examinations and certification decisions
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    Defined procedures for impartiality, confidentiality, and competence
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    Commitment to operate in alignment with SHI scheme requirements

Partnership Process

 The onboarding process is structured to ensure alignment and capability. 

Application Submission

Submission of partnership application with organizational details. 

Review and Evaluation 

Assessment of capability, structure, and alignment with SHI requirements. 

Approval and Agreement

Formal approval and establishment of partnership agreement. 

Scheme Implementation 

Integration and implementation of SHI certification schemes within the certification body’s operations. 

Roles and Responsibilities

SHI (Scheme Owner): 

Responsible for development, maintenance, and governance of certification schemes, including competency frameworks and certification structure. 

Certification Body (Partner): 

Responsible for certification delivery, examination, decision-making, and maintaining compliance with applicable certification requirements. 

Fee Structure

Partnership fees are based on the scope of scheme adoption, certification activities, and level of engagement.

Detailed fee information is provided during the application and evaluation process.

Certification Schemes Available

 Partner certification bodies can implement SHI-developed schemes across multiple professional categories, including: 

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    Management System Auditor
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    Management System Consultant
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    Management System Trainer
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    Management System Representative
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    ESG / Sustainability Verifier
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    Technical and role-based certification schemes

Expand Your Certification Capabilities

If you are looking to implement structured certification schemes, strengthen your certification portfolio, and align with a defined professional framework, SHI provides a clear and scalable partnership model.