About ICSC
The International Council for Standards & Certification (ICSC) is a UK-registered accreditation body. We set the frameworks and quality standards under which certification is delivered, and we accredit third-party Certification Bodies to carry out assessments and issue ICSC-framework certificates on behalf of the individuals and organisations they serve.
The ICSC Accreditation Model
Our Purpose
ICSC operates as an accreditation body — setting the frameworks, standards, and quality requirements under which certification is delivered. We accredit third-party Certification Bodies (CBs), independently assessing them under the ICSC framework to verify their competence and capability to deliver ICSC-approved programmes.
Mission
To provide a rigorous, transparent, and trusted accreditation framework that enables individuals and organisations to achieve meaningful certification through ICSC-accredited bodies — backed by secure digital verification and full traceability.
Governance
ICSC Ltd is a UK-registered company (Company No. 17110748), incorporated in March 2026 and operating under UK company law. We are committed to impartiality and consistency across all accreditation activities, with plans to expand our governance structure to include an independent advisory board.
Our Approach
ICSC does not directly issue certifications to individuals or organisations. Instead, we accredit and oversee a network of qualified Certification Bodies that carry out assessments and issue certificates under the ICSC framework. Every certificate issued through our network carries a unique identifier and QR code, verifiable instantly through the ICSC verification system.
Built on Principle
UK Registered
ICSC Ltd is registered in England and Wales (Company No. 17110748). We operate under UK company law with a commitment to transparent, accountable accreditation practice.
ISO‑Aligned Frameworks
Our certification frameworks are developed with reference to internationally recognised ISO management system standards, ensuring consistency and rigour across all ICSC-approved programmes.
Independently Assessed
ICSC-accredited Certification Bodies are independently evaluated under the ICSC framework before being authorised. Certifications are only issued where assessment criteria are fully met.
Verification & Authenticity
Every certificate issued through the ICSC network includes a unique identifier and QR code enabling instant verification through our secure online system. This ensures full traceability and provides confidence to employers, institutions, and professionals that a certificate is genuine and has been properly issued by an ICSC-accredited body.