Over the course of the sessions, attendees will review key elements relating to the Standards and assessment requirements to be recognized as an Accredited Practitioner. Specifically, the course will cover the following: 

·       Module 1: Introductions, background and overview of the SDG Impact Standards

·       Module 2a: Making impact informed decisions:

• Impact measurement and management fundamentals

·       Module 2b: Making impact informed decisions:

• Using data to support decision making

·       Module 3: Fundamentals of the SDG Impact Standard Assurance Framework

·       Module 4: Applying the SDG Impact Standard for Enterprises

·       Module 5a: Accredited Practitioner (Training) assessment

·       Module 5b: Accredited Practitioner (Assessment) assessment

The training will also include:

·       Key case studies

·       Workshops and interactive discussions

·       Preparation to support individuals for their assessments

The SDG Impact Standards Accreditation Programme is delivered online.

Following the live elements of the programme, there will be assessments for participants seeking the Training and/or Assessment status.

Individuals can opt to complete both assessments and achieve dual recognition as an SVI Accredited SDG Impact Standard Practitioner (Training and Assessment).

SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Training)

There are 3-phases of assessment, they are:

1.       Complete formative online assessments on key technical issues – these are risk-free opportunities to test knowledge and understanding.

2.     Complete a summative online assessment meeting minimum requirements in each section.

3.     Complete a live 60-minute presentation with an additional 30 minutes of Q&A on the Standards delivered online.

The first opportunity to complete the summative assessments (online assessment and presentation) will be in January 2026. This will provide attendees with sufficient time to prepare for the assessments and attend ongoing continuous professional development sessions to further their knowledge.

Assessments must be completed by January 2027 during one of the dedicated quarterly assessment rounds, organised by SVI. Candidates will be able to benefit from access to monthly continuous professional development (CPD) sessions for up to a year after completing the course and will be invited to continue attending these if they successfully complete their Trainer Assessment.

SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Assessment)

Assessments involve the compilation of assurance documentations using case materials to demonstrate that the applicant trainees fully meet the knowledge and competency requirements for assurance assessors as specified by the SDG Impact Standards Assurance Scheme.

Training Fee

One-off training fee pricing structure (all prices GBP)

• High-Income Countries: £1000

• Medium-Income Countries: £750

• Low-Income Countries: £500

Assessment Fee
Each assessment has a fee of £500.

If someone wishes to complete both assessments and become accredited to provide training/advisory and assurance assessment services, the fee is £1,000.

Annual Licensing Fee
On successful completion of the assessment process, participants will be charged an annual licensing fee. The annual licensing fee will contribute towards administrative costs, updating of materials, building a repository of relevant examples and case studies, supporting continuing professional development and the ongoing development of the community of practice.

SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Training)
Annual licensing fee pricing structure (all prices GBP)

• High-Income Countries: £2000 per annum

• Medium-Income Countries: £1200 per annum

• Low-Income Countries: £600 per annum

SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Assessment)
Annual licensing fee pricing structure (all prices GBP):

• High-Income Countries: £2,000 per annum
• Medium-Income Countries: £1,200 per annum
• Low-Income Countries: £600 per annum

For a time-limited period coinciding with the interim assurance implementation the license fee
for SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Assessment) is reduced as follows:

• High-Income Countries: £1,000 per annum
• Medium-Income Countries: £600 per annum
• Low-Income Countries: £300 per annum

Any individuals who wish to obtain both licenses would be required to pay the license fee for the
SDG Impact Standard Accredited Practitioner (Training) (i.e., £2,000, £1,200, or £600 per annum
based upon the income status of the country they reside in).

These individuals would need to successfully complete both assessments

ESSENTIAL

• Fluent in the language in which the Accredited course is being delivered 

• Have read the SDG Impact Standards including Guidance Notes and familiarized yourself with the Self-Assessment Tool and UNDP Private Finance for SDGs Website.

• At least 3 years of experience working with organizations in one of the following areas: 

  • Designing and/or implementing IMM frameworks,

  • Social value and sustainability accounting

  • Conformity assessment of management system standards

  • Designing/ preparing sustainability strategy/ business plans 

  • Defining governance frameworks or as part of a board, steering group or equivalent with a sustainability lens 

  • Certification and assurance of management system standards

DESIRABLE

• At least 2 years of experience of delivering training and/or consulting on IMM or sustainability for organizations 

• Other sustainability and/or related training accreditations (e.g., SVI Accreditation, Level 1 or above on the Social Value Professional Pathway) 

• Experience working in sustainability areas (IMM, strategy, governance, etc.) across different organizations (corporate, medium enterprises, SMEs, across different investors categories)