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Ombuds Certification Program

Welcome to the Ombuds Certification Program (OCP), a new umbrella program in place to support multiple certifications of organizational ombuds and other ombuds models. 

Currently, IOA is pleased to offer both Individual Certification and Program Certification for Organizational Ombuds. More advanced and specialized certifications are in the works, and we are in collaborative discussions with USOA exploring how to develop a certification program that will work for their community. We welcome how we can support other sister organizations in their certification goals. For more information, contact IOA Executive Director Ellen Miller.
 * New certification logo trademarking is in process.


Important Update

The CO-OP designation will no longer be awarded. Current CO-OP certified individuals, please see the recertification page for information on how to transition to this new certification.

Certification for Individuals
Certification for Programs and Offices

 

Have a question about Certification? Reach out to our certification liaison at the IOA Office at [email protected]. 

Certification Questions

 

Next Steps

Certification Exam Information
CO-OP® Recertification

More About Certification

Filing a Complaint