Get Started with ABIA
Whether you're an organization seeking accreditation or an individual pursuing GVC certification, this is where your application begins.
How It Works
Submit Your Application
Fill out the form below, indicating whether you're applying as an organization or an individual.
We Review Your Submission
Our team reviews your application and any supporting documents you've uploaded.
Consultation Call
We schedule a call to discuss the right accreditation seal or GVC track for your situation.
Begin Your Accreditation
Once confirmed, your formal accreditation or certification assessment begins.
Your Application
The form below asks whether you're applying as an organization (for Education Excellence, WebTech Certified, or AppAdvantage) or as an individual (for GVC certification) — select accordingly, and the relevant fields will appear. You can upload supporting documents directly (business registration, sample curriculum, CV, prior certificates or transcripts) as part of your submission, so there's no need to send anything separately afterward.
What Happens Next
A member of our team reviews every application and reaches out within 2 business days to confirm next steps. There's no cost or obligation for this initial review and consultation — we'll walk you through the right accreditation or certification path based on what you've shared.
Not sure which path is right for you yet? See our Accreditation Seals, explore GVC certification, or check our FAQ first.
Professional and vocational, not academic. ABIA certifications and diplomas are Professional and Vocational Qualifications that validate workforce competency and technical skills. They are non-academic in nature and are not intended to replace, substitute, or equate to university degrees. Because ABIA operates as an independent, non-governmental standard-setting body for professional and vocational credentials — not as a degree-granting academic institution — ABIA does not require accreditation from another accrediting body to certify at this level.