The PGDA Accreditation Services

Who Can Apply?

Our accreditation is open to:
• Online education platforms delivering graphic design and creative media courses
• Training institutions offering in-person or hybrid delivery
• In-house training providers or studios offering structured design learning programmes

Courses must have a clear professional development pathway and focus on Graphic Design or closely related subjects (e.g., branding, visual communication, advertising design). If you’re unsure if your course qualifies, we’re happy to discuss this with you directly.

How Our Accreditation Works

We follow a robust and practical evaluation process designed to fairly assess the quality and integrity of each course provider. Accreditation isn’t just a badge—it’s a professional endorsement that you are delivering industry-aligned, outcome-driven learning in graphic design.

Our evaluation covers:
• Course content, structure and learning outcomes
• Tutor qualifications and delivery methods
• Relevance to current industry practices
• Student support and assessment processes

Accreditation Fees

We’ve kept our fee structure transparent and simple:

Accreditation Category Fee
Individual Online Course Providers £2,500 (plus £650 per course)
Larger Organisations / Institutions £3,850 (plus £650 per course)
Initial Application Review Fee £250 (deducted from total cost once approved)

This fee supports our evaluation panel’s work, professional guidance, and accreditation approval process.

Application Process

To begin the accreditation process, please contact us directly to request our Accreditation Application Pack. This includes the full submission requirements, timelines and the evaluation checklist.

Step-by-step:
1. Request and complete the Accreditation Application Pack.
2. Pay the initial £250 review fee.
3. Submit your completed pack for review.
4. We’ll conduct an initial assessment and follow-up consultation.
5. If successful, you will be formally accredited and listed as a PGDA-approved provider.

Why Get Accredited by the PGDA?

• Professional Recognition within the design industry
• Use of our PGDA Accreditation Mark on your marketing materials
• Featured as a verified course provider on our official channels
• Boosted credibility with students, clients, and industry partners
• Annual review and guidance to help you stay aligned with evolving design standards

Let’s Talk

If you have any questions or want to check if your course or organisation qualifies before applying, just reach out. We’re here to support you in raising the bar for professional graphic design education. 

Email us at: ask@thepgda.com