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About the course Learn the essentials of international credential evaluation

Understanding the basics of international credential evaluation is a necessity for anyone who works with international students. As a US educator, you can better assist international students when you have a fundamental knowledge of their country’s educational credentials. These skills are a key part of the admission process of new students but are also extremely helpful in general academic and immigration advising. The self-paced course is designed for those having three or fewer years of experience in the field of international academic credential evaluation.

Benefits of taking the course

When you take this course you’ll learn all about:

  • The fundamental credential analysis process and procedures.

  • Applying basic methodology and benchmarking to credentials.

  • Recognising and identifying the status and legitimacy of an institution.

  • Identifying essential resources for effectively evaluating international credential.

Ready to start learning?

You’ll be redirected to NAFSA’s e-learning portal to register and take the course. After you register, you will have 60 days to experience your content when convenient.

Invest in your professional development

The course fees are as follows –
NAFSA members: $225, non-members: $300; and students: $165

NAFSA members are eligible for 25% off the course fees. Please use the code ICEF25 during checkout.

Check if you're ready to take the course.

There are no specific prerequisites for taking the course, however minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 5.0/TOEFL PBT 500/TOEFL iBT 61 is advised.

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