IACET Announces Call for IACET Commissioners
IACET is actively recruiting dedicated learning and development professionals willing to serve as Commissioners on the IACET Commission for Accreditation to the ANSI/IACET 1-2018 Standard for Continuing Education and Training.
As an IACET Commissioner, you will play a direct role in upholding the quality and integrity of continuing education and training worldwide. Commissioners review accreditation applications, conduct accreditation interviews, and ensure that providers meet the rigorous requirements of the ANSI/IACET Standard. This is a contracted, compensated role for independent professionals with deep expertise in adult learning, instructional design, training delivery, or related fields.
Requirements for Serving
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Attend Commission meetings and trainings (at least six per year, including Annual Commissioner Training in the fall)
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Commit to improving the quality of Continuing Education and Training (CE/T) through the application of standards
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Demonstrate knowledge of the most current ANSI/IACET Standard for CE/T
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Abide by the IACET Commission Policies and Procedures
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Review at least 6 accreditation applications to termination per year in the role of Administrative or Interviewing Commissioner
Application Review Process
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Each application review team consists of two Commissioners
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The team reviews the assigned application, which includes policies, processes, and evidence documentation (typically across two review rounds)
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Each team member documents their comments independently, then collaborates to create consensus comments for the Applicant
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Consensus comments are objective and grounded in compliance with the ANSI/IACET Standard
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Team members may conduct a Clarification Call with the Applicant when questions arise
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The Administrative Commissioner leads during the review process; the Interviewing Commissioner conducts the Accreditation Interview
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The Final Report from the Commission communicates the approval decision
Benefits
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Built-in access to market research on best practices in continuing education and training
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Observation of trends across the continuing education and training industry
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Compensation for each application reviewed to termination status
Deadline: Tuesday, July 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT
For full details regarding this opportunity, please review the IACET Commissioner Job Description here and submit your application here.