IMCC Accreditation is a mark of trust and excellence for institutions that run structured, ethical, and impactful mentoring programs. Applying for accreditation is the first step toward demonstrating that your programs meet internationally benchmarked standards of quality and accountability.
This page guides you through what to prepare, how to apply, and what to expect from the process.
Before submitting your application, ensure that your mentoring program meets these basic readiness criteria:
If you’re still building these systems, you can request a Pre-Assessment Consultation to understand the requirements before applying.
Accredited Cohort Size
IMCC Accreditation is granted based on approved cohort size to ensure quality, supervision integrity, and consistent outcomes. Institutions may apply under Batch A (up to 20 learners per cohort) or Batch B (up to 50 learners per cohort). The approved cohort size determines the scope of evaluation, assessor engagement, and quality assurance requirements, with provisions to request an upgrade during renewal or through a formal review process.
Complete the short online form to share basic details about your institution, program type, proposed cohort size (Batch A or Batch B), and scale.
Documents you may prepare:
During application submission, you will confirm your approved cohort size, enabling IMCC to align evaluation depth, assessor allocation, and quality assurance to your program scale.
IMCC reviewers examine your submission for completeness and baseline compliance.
You’ll receive a Pre-Assessment Report highlighting any improvement areas or clarifications needed before the full evaluation begins.
This stage is developmental and allows you to strengthen your evidence.
A qualified IMCC Assessor Panel reviews your documentation and may conduct:
A Quality Assurance (QA) Fee applies at this stage to support assessor honoraria and audit logistics.
The audit usually takes place within 6-8 weeks of submission. The depth and scope of the evaluation process are aligned with the approved cohort size to ensure proportional, rigorous, and fair assessment.
After the evaluation, the IMCC Accreditation Board issues one of the following outcomes:
Successful institutions receive:
Accredited institutions participate in an Annual Quality Assurance Review, submitting updated mentoring data, learner feedback, and any program revisions. IMCC provides guidance to help you continuously strengthen your mentoring systems.
Accreditation remains valid for three years, after which you can renew through a streamlined re-assessment process.
| Stage | Approximate Duration |
|---|---|
| EOI Submission → Acknowledgment | 2–3 business days |
| Full Application → Pre-Assessment Feedback | 3–4 weeks |
| Evaluation and Audit | 4–6 weeks |
| Final Decision and Listing | 1–2 weeks |
| Total Estimated Time | 8–12 weeks from complete submission |
IMCC maintains a transparent, tier-free fee structure. Specific fee amounts vary by region and program scale and are shared during your pre-assessment stage.
Typical components include:
Fees are payable through secure online channels after each stage confirmation.
IMCC Accreditation involves a one-time Accreditation Application Fee, followed by a Quality Assurance (QA) Fee during the evaluation stage. Once you complete the application form and upload your documents, you will be directed to the secure payment gateway to submit the applicable fee and initiate your accreditation review.
For queries or support during the process, contact our Accreditation Team:
You can also request a brief orientation call to understand documentation requirements or the audit process before applying.
Demonstrate that your mentoring programs meet global standards of excellence and ethics.
Join the network of institutions shaping the future of mentoring with integrity and measurable impact.