Tutor Accreditation Fees & Entitlements

Executive Order : Tutor Accreditation Fees & Entitlements

Preamble;

To ensure global consistency, quality assurance, and financial sustainability of IPTA’s tutor pathway, IPTA hereby establishes a transparent, fair, and value-based fee model for tutor accreditation, specialty endorsements, renewal, and maintenance.

Article (1): Scope of Application:

This Order applies to all applicants and current holders of IPTA Accredited Tutor status across all IPTA programs, including specialized tracks (e.g., Dry Needling, Clinical Taping, Cupping).

Article (2): Definitions:

Accreditation: Formal recognition as an IPTA Tutor following evaluation of academic credentials, clinical experience, mentorship/logbook, and competency assessment.

Specialty Endorsement: Additional authorization to deliver specific specialized programs following specialty evaluation.

Article (3): Fee Structure (USD):

Application Screening (non-refundable): $50

Initial Accreditation (upon approval):

Associate Tutor: $200

Certified Tutor: $250

Senior/Expert Tutor: $300

Specialty Endorsement (per specialty): $150

Renewal of Accreditation: 50% of initial accreditation fee

Currencies: USD is the base. IPTA may invoice in local currency using the prevailing FX rate.

Article (4): Fees covers:

Application review & credential verification

Logbook/mentorship audit & assessor time

Specialty evaluation (where applicable)

Directory listing & verified digital credential (badge/certificate)

Access to the Tutor Portal and standard teaching packs

Quality assurance oversight & compliance support

Use of “IPTA Accredited Tutor” title and branding (per brand guidelines)

Article (5): Fees Do Not Include:

Program-to-program honoraria (subjected to IPTA rates)

Travel, hotel, per diem for teaching assignments

Additional training a candidate elects to take to meet eligibility

Article (6): Payment & Refunds:

Invoicing upon milestone: screening (at submission), initial accreditation (after approval), specialty endorsement (after specialty approval).

Payment due within 14 days of invoice. Accreditation is not active until paid.

Article (7): Validity:

1-year validity.

Article (8): Waivers and Adjustments: Merit-based waivers may be granted on a case-by-case basis with documented justification and CEO approval.

Article (9): Governance & Enforcement:

Scientific Affairs oversees evaluation, Q&A, invoicing and records.

Non-payment, misrepresentation, or policy breaches may lead to suspension or revocation.

Appeals may be filed within 30 days of decision; the Executive Board decision is final.

Payment of fees does not guarantee accreditation for the full duration. IPTA reserves the right to revoke, suspend, or cancel tutor accreditation with prior notice outlining the reasons. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.

Article (10): Review Clause:

Fees and processes are reviewed annually to reflect actual costs, inflation, operational experience, and market benchmarks.

Fee Table (USD)

Application Screening (non-refundable)

• Associate: $50

• Certified: $50

• Senior/Expert: $50

Initial Accreditation (on approval)

• Associate: $200

• Certified: $250

• Senior/Expert: $300

Specialty Endorsement (per specialty)

• Associate: $150

• Certified: $150

• Senior/Expert: $150

Renewal (per validity cycle)

• Associate: 50% of initial

• Certified: 50% of initial

• Senior/Expert: 50% of initial

Issued under the authority of the Executive Board of the International Physical Therapy Academy (IPTA).

Issuance Date: 26 September 2025