What kind of Publications is IBCT Producing?
IBCT produces a variety of publications for trainers, human resources developers, managers, researchers, students, educators, and others. The publications of the Board include brochures for our Train-The-Trainer programs, IBCT certification standards for training centers and training materials, IBCT standards for certification of trainers, and other industry-related standards as well. IBCT used to produce a bi-yearly newsletter, all previous issues are included in this page. The IBCT newsletter is replaced by our Blog since 2015. Many series of educational infographics are produced annually and published on this page. Some of our publications are translated into Arabic and uploaded to our IBCT MENA website. Below you can browse all publications that are grouped into categories for ease of access.
Brochures and Leaflets
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Certified Professional Trainer eBrochure
A Brochure for the Certified Professional Trainer Program, the second advanced level, of the IBCT TOT multi-level program. The last update was in July 2024.
Arabic eBrochure for Certified Professional Trainer Program
An Arabic Brochure for the Certified Professional Trainer Program, the second advanced level, of the IBCT TOT multi-level program.
Associate Trainer eBrochure
A brochure that provides an overview of the new edition (2020 edition) of the TOT program (the AT level). Program graduates will be granted the international title of Associate Trainer, AT. This program is an updated version of the IBCT © 2014 Edition. The last update was in Jan 2023.
Arabic eBrochure for TOT Associate Trainer Program
An Arabic brochure that provides an overview of the new edition (2014 edition) of the TOT program (the AT level). Program graduates will be granted the international title of Associate Trainer, AT. This program is an updated version of the IBCT © 2014 Edition. The last update was in Jan 2020.
Certified Trainer (CT/HRDC) eBrochure
An Arabic brochure for the Certified Trainer & HRD Consultant (CT/HRDC) program. It provides an overview about the program features, advantages and technical details. Program graduates will be granted the title of Internationally Certified Trainer and HRD Consultant, CT/HRDC. This program is an all-new version, IBCT © 2014 Edition.
IBCT ProfileÂ
A brief IBCT company profile.
Updated: 2022
Publication Type
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Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2004
Last Update
2022
Standards and Manuals
Browse, view and download IBCT Standards for Certification
Guidelines for the use of IBCT Logos, Quality Seals and Social Media Badges
This document will guide our certified partners on when and how to use IBCT logo, badges and quality seals on their printed and virtual documents.
Publication Type
 Manuals and Standards
Region
Global
Language
English
Year of Issuing
2022
IBCT Certification Standards for Training Centers (Arabic Version)
This publication describes, in detail, the IBCT certification standards of training centers and facilities in Arabic. This document issued in 2014 and updated in 2016.
 Manuals and Standards
Region
MENA
Language
Arabic
Year
2016
IBCT Certification Manual & Standards for Training Center
This document will provide you with a quick explanation about the IBCT standards for certification of training centers. The procedure and steps of getting your center certified is also explained. For further and in-depth information, please contact us. The application form is also included. The last update was in May 2022.
Publication Type
 Manuals and Standards
Region
Global
Language
English
Year of Issuing
2009
Last Update
2022
IBCT Certification Manual & Standards for Training Packages
The document depicts the standards of certifying your training materials and packages. This manual could be easily used to prepare your training materials for certification. The process of getting your training materials/packages certified is illustrated, please contact us for further details. The application form is included. The last update was in May 2022.
Publication Type
 Manuals and Standards
Region
Global
Language
English
Year of Issuing
2009
Last Update
2022
IBCT Certification Manual & Standards for Trainers
This document will help you to get acquainted with the IBCT standards for certifying trainers. The three levels of trainers namely; Associate Trainer (AT), Professional Trainer (PT) and Certified Trainer (CT/HRD Consultant) are described in the manual. The last update was in May 2022.
Publication Type
 Manuals and Standards
Region
Global
Language
English
Year of Issuing
2007
Last Update
2022
IBCT Recertification Manual
This manual is the official document for all CTs who are going to go through the process of re-certification. The first step in the re-certification process is to download this manual and fill in all required info as indicated within the manual then submit it to the IBCT office. This is a new version that has been uploaded in 2014. Important remark: since 2016 all the recertification procedures became via our Online Recertification System.
M.S. Word Templates for PDAR
This a word file contains a template for the PDAR to be used by our trainers to report annually on their professional development (PD) and continuing education (CE) activities. The file contains templates for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year after certification. Before filling in this report, we advise you to read the document of the IBCT policy for CE and PD, on the publication page, the same webpage you are viewing now. PDAR stands for Professional Development Activities Report. This is an old document as the entire recertification process now takes place via our online system.
IBCT Code of Ethics & Conduct
This Code of Professional Conduct signifies the commitment by members to the obligation of self-discipline above and beyond the requirements of law. Download this document to get acquainted the highest standards IBCT enforce to its certified trainers. The last update was on 2013.
IBCT Complaints Procedures
The IBCT Code of Conduct complaints procedure is an alternative dispute resolution system for managing the professional conduct and professional ethics of IBCT members and acts as a professional self-regulating body.
IBCT Certification Standards for Training Programs
A very short description of program certification standards is included.
IBCT Policy for Continuous Education and Professional Development
This document explains the IBCT policy of Continuous Education and Professional Development that all certified trainers should report on. It has an example of calculating the PDAR credits. We highly advise our trainers to read this document before filling in their PDARs. This policy started in 2007 and have been updated in 2013.
Educational Infographics
Browse, view and download our educational infographics and enjoy!
Our 7F Guiding Principles
We are pleased to announce to our great clients and community our (7F) Guiding Principles.
IBCT Promotional Infographics
A bunch of promotional posters about IBCT certification services.
IBCT Newsletters
Browse, view and download our old newsletters. Now it’s a Blog Page!
IBCT Newsletter Winter 2014
In this issue you read more about the IBCT. As a not-for-profit foundation we are driven with passion for training by the needs of training professionals. Download and Read more. – News about the IBCT organization. – Why Should We Evaluate Training by David Rudd Certified Trainer – Training Was Not My Dream. by Kay Lee Associate Trainer – 2014 International Conference of the ASTD in the United States – My Work As Educational Professional. by Mark Pereira, Certified Professional Trainer – IBCT MENA Focal Points for professional train-the-trainer programs – How Did They Like The Training? by David Rudd Certified Trainer – Directory of Internationally Certified Trainers – Book tip Needs Assessment for Organizational Success.
IBCT Newsletter summer 2014
In this issue you read more about the IBCT. As a not-for-profit foundation we are driven with passion for training by the needs of training professionals. In the newsletter you can read more about: Unlock Your Talent and Own The Future, NCTD 2014 in Beni Suef. News about the developments in the Middle East.Evaluation Series: Did they learn anything from the training? Xi Jiang CPT at Rutger University (US).
IBCT Newsletter summer 2013
This year we celebrate IBCT’s 25th anniversary. In the first six months of 2013, we sponsored more than 12 free web seminars about the basics of training for more than 465 participants from all over the world. By endorsing their preparation and professionals and informing them about the code of conduct, UIBCT is actively supporting the industry.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2013
IBCT Newsletter winter 2013
As the chairman of the foundation, I am proud that the last ear we welcomed hundreds of new trainers from all over the world. IBCT board members consulted professional associations and supported them growing the quality awareness in training and workplace learning development.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2013
IBCT Newsletter summer 2012
In front of you is the IBCT summer newsletter 2012, Volume 7, with a brand new layout. A layout with a fresh look that welcomes more than 100 new members from all over the world that joined the IBCT recently. Soon, we expect to launch a new website as well as new services. Online plication as well as online payment will be available within two months. IBCT is the first that starts with the certification of web seminars, commonly called webinars.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2012
IBCT Newsletter autumn 2011
Two new steps towards the IBCT Certified Trainer status, research shows that three is space for two new steps towards the certification level of internationally certified Trainer/ HRD Consultant (CT). In the Middle East Region these levels have been for many years successfully. Hence we introduced IBCT Associate Trainer as a base and IBCT Professional Trainer as a intermediate step towards the top level CT.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2011
IBCT Newsletter summer 2010
Communication; the Crown -Jewel of Soft Skills, In Academia, transfer of knowledge is the ultimate goal; knowledge communication is therefore crucial to achieving this goal. Most academia environments are also offering services to the public.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2010
IBCT Newsletter winter 2010
Train your brain,once training needs are identified you will need to concentrate and be very selective in choosing your Goal and Objectives. No matter how tempting a theme may be, you will need to focus only on relevant information and skills that serve your objectives best.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2010
IBCT Newsletter summer 2009
PR impulses increased the number of visitors of the new global website. The merge of regional websites; the developments in the Middle East and radio commercials in Europe are the cause of significant increase of the visitors.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2009
IBCT Newsletter winter 2009
TrainSmart’s Train the Trainer training certified by the IBCT. As part of the certification process, TrainSmart conducted a three-day TT program for Underwriters Laboratories(UL) in San Jose California. To date, UL has sent approximately 160 key people to extend training skills of their subject matter.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2009
IBCT Newsletter summer 2008
Golden proud pin reflects the quality of the trainers. This spring, several regions started with the distribution of the pins. Follow the other stories in the issue.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2008
IBCT Newsletter winter 2008
IBCT starts with a local radio campaign with 75 ,20 sec. commercials. Target groups are entrepreneurs, CEO’s, and managers between 30 – 55 years old with a high educational level.
 IBCT Newsletters
Region
Global
Language
English
Year
2008