Apply for Accreditation

IPPA Institutional Accreditation Application

To provide global assurance and confidence in Positive Psychology educational programs, the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) has developed twelve core standards. These standards:

• Promote ethical integrity

• Align education with professional practice

• Offer a framework to evaluate programs across diverse sectors

Each standard ensures your program upholds ethical practices, embraces diversity, and adapts to innovations in the science and practice of Positive Psychology. Together, they form the foundation of your application for accreditation.

Time Commitment

Completing each standard typically requires 2–3+ hours. Each standard requires you to provide:

• Research-informed content

• Documentation of curriculum and instructional methods

• Evidence of learner assessment processes

By undertaking this process, your educational program contributes to a global culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement in Positive Psychology education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the accreditation process take?

• Upon payment of the applicable accreditation level (non-refundable), you will receive a download link to the application. You have 90 days to complete and submit your application.

• Each of the twelve standards requires approximately 2–3+ hours for successful completion.

• If you exceed the 90-day submission window, your application will become inactive. To resume, you must pay a $150 reinstatement fee.

• After submission, the review process typically takes 4–6 weeks. Reviewers may contact you with questions or requests for clarification.

What happens once my program is approved?

• You will receive a digital badge and certificate of accreditation associated with the approved program.

• Accreditation is valid for three years.

• At the end of this period, you will complete a shortened renewal process to revalidate your program for the next three-year term.

What if my program is not granted accreditation?

If accreditation is not granted, you will receive a refund of your payment, less a $150 administrative fee.