Development of an Independent Regulatory Council for the IQF and S&C Profession
- Oct 1
- 1 min read
The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Langford, A., Flannagan, A., Bird, S. P., Marchetti, P., Piper, T. J., & Morley, D. (2025). titled "Development of an Independent Regulatory Council for the International Qualification Framework: IUSCA Position Statement”
Abstract
The establishment of the International Qualification Framework (IQF) represented a seminal advancement towards standardising education and certification levels in the profession of strength and conditioning (S&C). By providing a standardised and internationally unified structure, the IQF directly addresses the long-standing disparities and inconsistencies noted in education and qualification recognition globally. However, the credibility and effectiveness of such a global qualification framework depends upon robust policies and detailed independent regulatory oversight. The IQF Independent Regulatory Council (IQF-IRC) has therefore been established as an autonomous body, specifically designed to oversee the IQF including its education, accreditation, and certification processes.
This position statement outlines the governance structure, core responsibilities, professional relevance, and strategic objectives of the IQF-IRC. It will also discuss the benefits of voluntary alignment by global S&C organisations, ultimately fostering a cohesive and universally accepted education and accreditation system that can be presented to the wider industry and public.
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