IOTEFL Accreditation Handbook
Complete overview of accreditation routes, evidence expectations, assessment, decisions, monitoring and renewal.
Prepare with current official documents
Practical guidance for application, compliance, renewal and public verification
This library provides controlled IOTEFL publications, forms and practical tools for institutions, programmes, educators and accredited members.
Applicants should always use the latest online version and review the relevant standards, fees and policy requirements before submission.
OFFICIAL DOWNLOADS
Core applicant and member documents
These publications support preparation, assessment, monitoring, ethical practice and renewal.
Standards & Evidence Guide
Practical examples of evidence for institutions, programmes and individual educators.
Application Guide
Step-by-step preparation, document naming, evidence organisation and submission guidance.
Self-Evaluation Guide
Structured questions, rating scales and improvement planning tools for providers.
Complaints & Appeals Procedure
How concerns, complaints, review requests and decision appeals are submitted and handled.
Code of Ethics
Integrity, learner protection, professional conduct and responsible public representation requirements.
Student Welfare & Protection Guide
Minimum expectations for safeguarding, privacy, fairness, accessibility and learner support.
Badge Usage Guide
Rules for accurate and authorised use of IOTEFL accreditation and professional certification marks.
QUICK ROUTES
Choose the right next step
Follow the route that best matches your current stage.
01 · INSTITUTIONS
New Institution
Read the handbook, standards and application guide before submitting institutional evidence.
Apply as an Institution →02 · EDUCATORS
Individual Educator
Prepare identification, qualifications, CV, teaching history and professional declarations.
Apply as an Educator →03 · MEMBERS
Existing Member
Review monitoring, ethics, public claims, change reporting and renewal requirements.
Renewal information →04 · CONCERNS
Complaint or Appeal
Read the formal procedure and prepare supporting evidence before making a submission.
Open procedure →Document control notice
Downloaded copies may become outdated. The latest version published on the official IOTEFL website takes precedence. Applicants and accredited members are responsible for checking document references, version dates and current requirements before relying on a saved copy.
NEED HELP WITH A DOCUMENT?
Contact the IOTEFL Support Desk
For questions about document versions, forms, evidence preparation or submission requirements, contact support before submitting your application.