The certification ladder — APROVE to SPROVE
APROVE
Associate Prover

The entry tier. An Associate conducts assessments under the supervision of a CPROVE or above, building the field experience that independent practice rests on.

To qualify

Complete the PROVE foundational curriculum and one supervised field assessment, including the Human Capability Assessment.

CPROVE
Certified Prover

Independent practice. A Certified Prover conducts PIE assessments without supervision and is listed on the public register as fully independent.

To qualify

A minimum of three completed independent assessments, successful peer review, and the certification examination.

FPROVE
Fellow of the Institute

Senior practitioner. A Fellow is authorised to supervise Associates and to contribute to refining the methodology and the profession's knowledge.

To qualify

At least ten assessments across two or more sectors, CPROVE standing for two years or more, and a demonstrated contribution to methodology or knowledge transfer.

SPROVE
Senior Prover

The leadership tier. A Senior Prover has made foundational contributions to the methodology, the governance or the wider profession of verification.

To qualify

Board nomination, FPROVE status, and a documented contribution of institutional significance.

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