Recognizing professional competence through regulated certification pathways under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union.
ATU-CPAC regulates professional certification pathways that recognize individuals who meet approved competency, assessment, quality assurance, and ethical requirements. All professional certifications governed by ATU-CPAC are issued in the name and under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union.
Professional Certification is a formal recognition granted to individuals who demonstrate required professional knowledge, skills, competence, and ethical conduct in a defined field or specialization.
Under the ATU-CPAC framework, certification is not based only on attendance. It may include structured assessment, professional evidence, practical tasks, examination, portfolio review, experience verification, or other approved assessment methods.
All certification decisions are governed by approved ATU-CPAC standards and quality assurance procedures, while the final credential is issued under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union.
Purpose of Professional Certification
Certification Authority
ATU-CPAC operates as a specialized council within the Arab Trainers Union. It regulates certification standards, assessment requirements, quality assurance, approval procedures, registries, and verification systems.
ATU-CPAC is not an independent certificate-issuing body. All professional certifications governed by ATU-CPAC are issued in the name and under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union.
Professional Certification Levels
ATU-CPAC professional certifications are structured across progressive levels according to the nature, depth, complexity, and professional responsibility of each certification.
For individuals beginning a professional pathway or demonstrating essential knowledge and basic applied understanding.
For individuals with developing professional competence and ability to apply knowledge in supervised or limited professional contexts.
For individuals who demonstrate solid applied competence, professional practice, and ability to work independently within an approved scope.
For experienced professionals who demonstrate advanced practice, decision-making ability, and stronger evidence of professional performance.
For senior professionals, leaders, consultants, or decision-makers who demonstrate strategic professional competence and leadership impact.
For highly experienced professionals with advanced expertise, recognized professional contribution, and evidence of specialist practice.
For distinguished professionals who demonstrate exceptional contribution, leadership, and long-term professional impact in their field.
Certification Pathways
Assessment Requirements
Quality Assurance
Professional Certification Process
1. Application Submission
The candidate submits the certification application and required documents.
2. Eligibility Review
ATU-CPAC reviews candidate eligibility against certification requirements.
3. Training, Assessment, and Evidence Completion
The candidate completes any required training or preparation pathway, where applicable, and undertakes the required examination, assignment, portfolio, interview, practical assessment, or other approved evidence-based assessment method.
4. Quality Assurance Review
Assessment results and evidence shall be reviewed through internal or external quality assurance procedures.
5. Certification Decision
The certification decision is made under approved ATU-CPAC procedures.
6. Certificate Issuance
Successful candidates receive an official professional certification issued in the name and under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union, operating within the framework of the Council of Arab Economic Unity. Certificates issued by the Arab Trainers Union may be authenticated and attested through the Jordan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates in accordance with the applicable official procedures.
7. Registry and Verification
Certified professionals shall be listed in approved ATU, ATU-CPAC, or Arab Experts Portal registries, where applicable.
Certificate Validity and Renewal
Validity and Renewal
Professional certifications may have a defined validity period depending on the certification level, sector, risk level, and approved certification standard.Renewal shall require:
- Continuing professional development.
- Updated professional evidence.
- Compliance with ethical standards.
- Payment of applicable renewal fees.
- Updated professional profile.
- Reassessment, where required.
- Confirmation of continued competence.
- No serious breach of certification rules or professional conduct.
Certified Professional Registry
Registry and Certificate Verification
Certified professionals shall be listed in approved ATU and ATU-CPAC registries, including the Arab Experts Portal where applicable.
Registry information may include:
- Certified professional name.
- Certification title.
- Certification level.
- Certificate number.
- Issue date.
- Expiry date.
- Certification status.
- Country.
- Scope or specialization.
- Verification status.
Candidate Obligations
Obligations of Certified Professionals
Certified professionals are expected to:
- Act with integrity and professional responsibility.
- Use the certification title only within the approved scope.
- Avoid misleading claims about certification status.
- Maintain professional competence.
- Comply with ATU-CPAC certification standards and policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct.
- Submit accurate information and authentic evidence.
- Notify ATU-CPAC of relevant changes affecting certification status.
- Comply with renewal and continuing professional development requirements.
- Protect the reputation and credibility of the Arab Trainers Union.
Suspension or Withdrawal of Certification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a certificate and professional certification?
A certificate usually confirms completion or achievement in a course or program. Professional certification confirms that an individual has met approved competency, assessment, and certification requirements for a professional title.
Does ATU-CPAC issue certificates independently?
No. ATU-CPAC regulates, governs, and quality assures professional certification requirements, but it does not issue certificates independently. All professional certifications are issued in the name and under the authority of the Arab Trainers Union, operating within the framework of the Council of Arab Economic Unity. Where applicable, certifications may also be endorsed by approved international partners. Certificates shall be authenticated and attested through the Jordan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates according to official procedures.
Is attendance alone enough to receive professional certification?
No. Professional certification requires assessment, evidence, examination, portfolio review, or other approved methods to confirm competence.
Can professional certification be renewed?
Yes. Renewal shall require continuing professional development, updated evidence, reassessment where required, and compliance with ATU-CPAC certification policies.
Can I get the certification based on RPL or professional experience?
Yes, where approved by ATU-CPAC, eligible candidates may apply through a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), experience-based, or portfolio-based pathway. The candidate must provide sufficient evidence of relevant professional experience, qualifications, work achievements, prior learning, professional practice, or previous certifications. Approval is not automatic and remains subject to eligibility review, evidence verification, assessment requirements, quality assurance procedures, and the approved standards of the specific certification.
Do I have to be a member of the Arab Trainers Union to join the program?
No prior membership is required to apply. Once you are accepted into the program, you will receive a student membership with the Arab Trainers Union free of charge. After successfully obtaining the certification, you will be granted the appropriate Arab Trainers Union membership category according to your certification level, free of charge for the applicable membership renewal period.
Can a certification be suspended or withdrawn?
Yes. Certification may be suspended, withdrawn, revoked, or limited if there is evidence of false information, misuse, malpractice, misconduct, or breach of certification requirements.