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Certify Your Program with IAIP Standards

IAIP Program Certification (IAIP-PC) recognizes educational programs that meet rigorous standards for training practitioners and scholars in Islamic Psychology – integrating Islamic scholarship with psychological science and clinical practice.

Founding Cohort 2026: All Certification Fees Waived → Learn More

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Three Pathways to Certification

IAIP certifies degree-granting academic programs, professional training programs, and hybrid programs that combine both.

Type A: Academic

  • Degree-granting programs (Master’s, Doctorate, Diploma, PGCert) at universities. 400+ contact hours. No practicum required.

    Example: Cambridge Muslim College

Type B: Professional Training

  • Certificate/diploma programs at training institutes or clinical settings. 150+ contact hours. 50+ hours supervised/mentored practice

    Example: Dar al Shifaa, Khalil Center

Hybrid: Academic + Professional

  • Programs combining academic credentials with practitioner training. 400+ contact hours. 150+ hours supervised practice.

    Example: HBKU

Note: Programs combining academic and practitioner training will be reviewed against both Type A and Type B standards as appropriate to their design.

Benefits of IAIP Certification

IAIP Program Certification (IAIP-PC) connects your institution to a global network of scholars, certified programs, practitioners, and institutions advancing excellence in Islamic Psychology.

International recognition aligned with CACREP, APA, BPS, and APAC standards

Listed in the IAIP Certified Programs Directory

Use of official IAIP-PC certification seal and marks

Eligibility to host IAIP-sponsored continuing education

Join a global network of Islamic Psychology scholars and practitioners

Graduates eligible for IAIP-CP (Certified Practitioner) credential

Participation in IAIP community of practice and scholarship

Priority visibility at IAIP conferences and events

Standards-Based Stats

Based on: 4 international frameworks (CACREP, APA, BPS, APAC) | ISO 17011-aligned.
Program Types: Academic, Professional Training, and Hybrid
Review: Virtual site reviews for global accessibility

Five Core Standards Section

1. Differentiates by program type

Legal registration, adequate resources, and financial stability. Operational history by program type:

• Type A: Minimum 2 years delivering mental health or Islamic studies education (or 1 year with provisional status)

• Type B: Minimum 1 year delivering training in mental health, Islamic counseling, or related services

• Hybrid: Reviewed against both Type A and Type B requirements

Note: Type B programs operated by clinical practices registered primarily as service providers remain eligible provided they demonstrate structured training delivery.

2. Curriculum Coverage

Demonstrated coverage of five IAIP competency domains:

  • Islamic Foundations
  • Psychological Science
  • Clinical Practice (if relevant to program type)
  • Ethics & Boundaries
  • Professional Development
  • Depth and emphasis vary by program type.

3. Faculty Qualifications

Faculty body collectively demonstrates expertise in Islamic scholarship and psychological or clinical disciplines.

Individual instructors may specialize in one domain.

4. Practicum and Assessment

  • Type A (Academic): Competency assessment only
  • Type B (Professional Training): 50+ hours supervised/mentored practice
  • Hybrid: 150+ hours supervised practice

5. Ethical Framework

Professional ethics, learner protection, spiritual abuse prevention protocols, and grievance procedures.

Steps and Requirements

A step-by-step guide to achieving IAIP Program Certification.

01

Expression of Interest (~2 weeks)

Submit initial inquiry form with basic program information. IAIP confirms eligibility and provides application materials.

Download Expression of Interest Template 

02

Review the Standards

Review IAIP five core standards: Institutional Eligibility, Curriculum Coverage, Faculty Qualifications, Practicum and Assessment, and Ethical Framework.

Download IAIP-PC Standards (PDF) >

03

Complete Self-Study Report

Document how your program meets each standard. Gather supporting materials: syllabi, faculty CVs, policies, student assessments, and outcome data.

Download Self-Study Template >

04

Submit Application

Complete the online application with your Self-Study Report and supporting documentation.

Founding Cohort (2026): All fees waived.

Apply for Program Certification

See full fee schedule below.

05

Virtual Site Review

Our review team conducts virtual interviews with faculty, students, and administrators. We observe teaching and review documentation.

Meet the Review Committee >

06

Certification Decision

Certification Committee issues decision with detailed feedback.
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  • Full Certification: Valid for 3 years. All standards met.
  • Provisional Certification: Valid for 2 years. Minor gaps identified; must achieve Full within 2 years.
  • Deferral: Significant gaps. May reapply after 12 months.

Virtual Site Review

Our review team conducts virtual interviews with faculty, students, and administrators. We observe teaching and review documentation.

Meet the Review Committee >

Certification Decision

Receive your official determination: Full Certification, Provisional Certification (with conditions), or recommendations for resubmission.

07

Annual Reporting and Continuous Improvement

Certified programs submit annual reports and undergo full re-evaluation every 3 years.

  • Founding cohort: Annual maintenance waived for first certification period.

View Certified Programs >

Certification Status Types

Status Duration Requirements
Full Certification 3 years All standards met; virtual site visit completed
Provisional 2 years New programs or minor gaps; must achieve Full within 2 years
Deferral N/A Significant gaps; may reapply after 12 months

Founding Cohort 2026: All Certification Fees Waived

Application, document review, virtual site visit, and annual maintenance — fully waived for founding cohort institutions. Standard fees apply at renewal (3 years).

Initial Certification (Standard, 2027+)

Fee Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3
Application & Self-Study $250 $125 $65
Document Review $1,000 $500 $250
Virtual Site Visit $0 $0 $0
Total $1,250 $625 $315

Annual Maintenance & Renewal

Fee Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3
Annual Maintenance $400 $200 $100
3-Year Renewal Review $750 $375 $185
Late Renewal (grace period) $1,125 $565 $280

Late renewal fees apply if the 3-year renewal review is not completed within the specified timeframe.

Graduate Benefits

Graduates of IAIP-certified programs receive direct advantages in the practitioner certification pathway.
For Graduates of IAIP-Certified Programs

Streamlined pathway to IAIP-CP practitioner certification (Step 1 automatically satisfied)

Transcript accepted without additional credential evaluation

Access to IAIP supervisor network for supervision hours

Practicum hours may count toward IAIP-CP supervision requirements

Recognition within the global Islamic Psychology community

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the application process.

Eligibility depends on program type:

Type A (Academic): Minimum 2 years operational history in mental health or Islamic studies education (or 1 year with provisional certification status).

Type B (Professional Training): Minimum 1 year delivering training in mental health, Islamic counseling, or related services.

All programs need at least one cohort of graduates, or a current cohort in its final stage for newer programs.

Program certification is open to all qualifying institutions. IAIP membership provides additional benefits but is not required for certification.

We will notify you of any missing documentation and may request additional documentation or clarification.

No. Program certification is based on a self-study report, documentation review, and virtual site visit – not an exam.

The complete process typically takes 4–6 months:

Expression of Interest: ~2 weeks

Self-Study Report: 8–12 weeks

Document Review: 4–6 weeks

Site Visit (if applicable) + Decision: 2–4 weeks

Timeline depends on application completeness and scheduling.

IAIP recognizes three program types:

Type A (Academic): Degree-granting programs (Master’s, Doctorate, Diploma, PGCert) at universities. 400+ contact hours. No practicum required.

Type B (Professional Training): Certificate/diploma programs at training institutes or clinical settings. 150+ contact hours. 50+ hours supervised practice.

Hybrid (Academic + Professional): Programs combining academic credentials with practitioner training. 400+ contact hours. 150+ hours supervised practice.

Programs combining both are reviewed against Type A and Type B standards as appropriate.

The faculty body collectively must demonstrate expertise in both Islamic scholarship and psychological or clinical disciplines.

  • Faculty teaching Islamic foundations: formal Islamic studies training
  • Faculty teaching clinical/psychological content: relevant mental health credentials
  • Faculty teaching integrated content: foundational knowledge in both areas.

Individual instructors may specialize in one domain. IAIP does not mandate minimum faculty headcounts.

Founding Cohort (2026): All fees waived for inaugural programs.

Standard Pricing (2027 onward):

Initial certification:

Tier 1 (high-income countries): $1,250

Tier 2 (upper-middle income): $625

Tier 3 (lower-middle/low income): $315

Annual maintenance: $400 / $200 / $100 (Tier 1 / 2 / 3)

Renewal review every 3 years: $750 / $375 / $185 (Tier 1 / 2 / 3)

Tiers are based on World Bank income classifications. Select your country during application.

Full Certification is valid for 3 years. Provisional Certification is valid for 2 years (programs must achieve Full Certification within that period).

Certified programs submit annual reports and undergo full re-evaluation every 3 years. Programs demonstrating continuous improvement may qualify for expedited renewal.

Yes. Institutions may appeal certification decisions within 30 days of notification. Appeals are reviewed by a separate panel. Grounds for appeal include procedural errors or new evidence not available during the initial review.

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