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There are three levels of accreditation. The criteria shown here act as a guideline as to how each level will be awarded. However, each employer will be judged on their individual merits:
- Best Practice Employers
- Registered Employer
- Not Accredited
This is the level achieved by the best employers to which all organisations can reasonably aspire. Students receiving support at this level will have a substantially better chance of success.
Employers should have answered 19 'Best Practice' questions on their form, and show that they use at least 2 innovative practices as part of their training scheme.
A 'Best Practice Employer' certificate will be awarded by CIPFA.
For organisations that are providing the level of support that should help ensure the student has a good foundation to their career, and has a good chance of passing their CIPFA exams successfully.
Employers should have answered at least 17 'Registered' or 'Best Practice' questions.
A 'Registered Employer' certificate will be awarded by CIPFA.
For those organisations that do not meet the basic criteria.
No certificate is awarded. Upon the improvement of measures highlighted within the questionnaire, organisations can reapply at a later date.