1. MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Prior to initiating the application process, ensure that you fulfill the eligibility criteria for your desired BDI certification. This may involve meeting specific domain experience levels, educational requirements, or a combination of both.
We recommend gathering and preparing documentation that substantiates your experience and/or education prior to commencing the application.
Each BDI certification has its own unique eligibility criteria, which are outlined in the respective certification handbook.
To ensure compliance with these requirements, we encourage you to consult the relevant handbook before proceeding with the application process.
2. COMPLETE APPLICATION
Upon confirming that you meet the eligibility criteria, embark on the application process by gathering the necessary information and utilizing out online certification system as your guide.
Please compile the following information prior to initiating the application
- Contact Information: Email Address, physical Address, Phone Number.
- Educational Background: Schools Attended, Levels of Education Attained, Degree Dates
- Domain Experience: Detailed Descriptions of projects, Programs, and Portfolios Worked On, Dates of Employment, Roles Held, Organizational Details, References, and Experience Summaries.
- Domain Education: Names of Courses Completed, Institutions Attended, Dates Attended, Qualifying Hours.
One you open an application, it will remain active for 90 days after which time it will close.
Tip: to complete the application quickly, gather all of the information and documentation you need before opening it. Otherwise, it will likely take you multiple sessions to complete.
3. APPLICATION REVIEW
Upon receiving your application, we will meticulously review the provided information to ascertain that you meet the stipulated eligibility criteria and that your experience and/or education aligns with the guidelines outlined in the respective certification handbook.
The application review period typically ranges from 5 to 10 business days, depending on the review process, you will receive an email notification guiding you to the next step.
In the event that we encounter any questions or discrepancies regarding your application, we will promptly contact you via email with further instructions and clarifications.
Please note that a predetermined percentages of applications for each certification undergo a random audit process.
BDI conduct these audits to verify the authenticity of the experience and/or education documented in certification applications.
The purpose of these audits is to uphold the credibility of the certification program and its holders.
4. PAYMENT
Upon receiving notification of your application approval, proceed to the payment stage to advance to the final phase of the certification process. the most convenient and efficient method of payment is through our online certification system.
Once your payment is processed you will receive an eligibility number via email, which will be utilized for scheduling your exam appointment. Your eligibility remains valid for one year, during which you are permitted to attempt the exam up to three times.
5. ARRANGE EXAM APPOINTMENT
Upon confirmation of your eligibility, Bdi will assign you with comprehensive exam scheduling instructions via emil, along with your unique eligibility code, which will be required when booking your exam appointment.
You can schedule your exam appointment either online or through a telephone call.
For detailed information, please refer to the respective certification handbook and the provided examination scheduling instructions.
Once your appointment is secured, the final step is to prepare for and take the exam.