Overview of assessment process
Icon Accreditation is based on a thorough peer assessment process. Candidates must first submit an application for Accreditation which is reviewed by a panel of appointed ACRs who advise on whether an individual is ready to proceed. Following that, candidates must undertake a professional practice assessment based on the preparation and submission of a portfolio of evidence and a professional discussion between the candidate, Assessor and Specialist Advisor.
1. Candidate assesses whether they are ready to start process
- Candidate attends an Icon Accreditation workshop which provides an overview of the assessment process.
- Icon appoints a mentor if not in place already.
- Candidate undertakes a self-assessment to determine whether they are likely to have the evidence to support their application.
2. Submission of application form
- Candidate submits application form on the Icon website.
- Application reviewed by an Accreditation Moderation Committee member and Accreditation Manager who confirms whether the candidate is ready for assessment.
3. Assessment Stage 1: Portfolio
Portfolio building
- The candidate’s e-portfolio account is created and they are offered training in its use
- Candidate gathers evidence and builds portfolio. They are advised to work with their mentor and seek advice to ensure that they fully understand the criteria and are gathering appropriate evidence.
- Support from Icon staff as required.
Submission and assessment
- Once the candidate is satisfied with their portfolio, they submit it for review.
- Initial check by the Accreditation Manager to ensure all evidence is in place.
- Assessor and Specialist Advisor appointed.
- Review by Assessor and Specialist Advisor to determine if evidence is correct and meets criteria.
- Feedback provided to candidate.
4. Assessment Stage 2: Professional Discussion
- Assessor plans professional discussion based on portfolio of evidence.
- Professional discussion between the Assessor, Specialist Advisor and the candidate takes place.
- Assessor documents assessment findings in portfolio and submits to Icon for moderation.
5. Moderation
- All assessment material is moderated by the Accreditation Moderation Committee.
- Feedback provided to candidate / assessor if required.
- Candidate informed of outcome.
