Become a Prover — the certification pathway

The pathway, end to end

1
Foundational curriculum

Learn what verification is, how the PIE methodology works, and the judgement the role demands.

2
Supervised assessment

Conduct a field assessment under a CPROVE or above, and complete the Human Capability Assessment.

3
Certification examination

Demonstrate independent judgement through completed assessments, peer review and the examination.

4
CPD-maintained practice

Practise independently and keep the mark current through continuing professional development.

A cornerstone, not a bolt-on

The Human Capability Assessment

Verification is an act of judgement under pressure. The Human Capability Assessment — developed with Marcus Bowles and the Institute for Working Futures — measures the character strengths and decision-making capability the role demands, and sits inside the certification path rather than alongside it.

What it assesses →

Everything you need to begin

The certification ladder

APROVE → CPROVE → FPROVE → SPROVE, with the qualifying criteria for each tier.

See the tiers →
Curriculum overview

The foundational modules and learning outcomes that prepare you to assess.

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Pathway & eligibility

Who can begin, the prerequisites, the timeline and the fees — set out plainly.

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Apply / express interest

Tell us where you are in your career and we'll point you to the right first step.

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