Where we apply an accreditation requirement to a specific qualification, or description of qualifications, we will consult publicly on our intention to do so.

Where we intend to apply an accreditation requirement only to a specified AO’s qualifications – either to all or some of its qualifications – we will consult with the AO in question. This will be a private consultation. We will explain the reasons why we intend to make one or more of its qualifications subject to an accreditation requirement and invite the AO to make any representations it wishes to make to us and give it a reasonable period in which to make those representations.

The above consultation processes will include consideration of the accreditation criteria that we propose to make applicable for the relevant qualification(s).