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ISO 29993:2017 Certification

ISO 29993:2017
Learning services outside formal education

ISO 29993:2017 specifies quality requirements for learning services provided outside formal education, including corporate training, professional development, and non-formal adult learning. It ensures consistent, high-quality learning outcomes.

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Why Certify

Benefits of ISO 29993:2017 Certification

ISO 29993 demonstrates your learning organisation's commitment to quality, transparency, and learner satisfaction.

Prove Learning Quality

Certification demonstrates that your training programmes consistently meet defined quality standards and learner expectations.

Win Corporate Training Contracts

Many large organisations require ISO 29993 or equivalent quality evidence from their training suppliers.

International Recognition

ISO 29993 is globally recognised, supporting cross-border training delivery and international client acquisition.

Improve Training Effectiveness

A systematic approach to learning design, delivery, and evaluation drives better learning outcomes.

Manage Training Risk

Quality controls reduce the risk of ineffective training, compliance failures, and learner dissatisfaction.

Enhance Trainer Competence

Structured frameworks for trainer qualification and performance raise the quality of instruction.

What It Covers

Key Requirements of ISO 29993:2017

ISO 29993:2017 covers the key quality dimensions of non-formal learning services from needs analysis to evaluation.

Learning needs analysis and programme design
Learner support and accessibility provisions
Qualified and competent learning service provider staff
Learning environment and resource requirements
Assessment and recognition of learning outcomes
Communication and marketing accuracy
Subcontracting and outsourcing controls
Monitoring, measurement, and continual improvement

Industries

Who Needs ISO 29993?

ISO 29993 applies to training centres, academies, and learning service providers operating outside formal education systems.

Corporate Training Providers
Professional Development Academies
Language Training Centres
Safety & Compliance Training
Online Learning Platforms
Skills & Vocational Training
ISO 29993 complements ISO 21001 — together they cover formal (21001) and non-formal (29993) learning service quality.

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Our ISO 29993:2017 Certification Process

A structured, transparent process designed to get you certified efficiently without disrupting your operations.

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Application & Scoping

We assess your business scope, size, and readiness to determine audit days and timeline.

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Certification Agreement

A formal agreement is issued outlining scope, fees, and certification conditions.

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Stage 1 Audit

Documentation review to assess your management system readiness and identify any gaps.

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Stage 1 Report

Findings shared with your team, with guidance on addressing any gaps prior to Stage 2.

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Stage 2 Audit

On-site implementation audit to verify your system is effectively deployed across the organisation.

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Certificate Issued

Your ISO 29993:2017 certificate is issued — valid for 3 years with annual surveillance audits.

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