What does ibstpi® stand for?

ibstpi® stands for International Board of Standards for Training, Performance and Instruction. See History of ibstpi®for more details on how and when it was formed.

Who makes up the Board?

The Board is composed of up to 15 Directors who are chosen to represent Academia, Government, Business & Industry, and private consultants. The Board strives to have an international mix. Currently the Board has members from USA, Europe, Canada, Japan and Australia.

How are Directors elected?

Directors are chosen by Board vote when a vacancy occurs. Nominations are handled by a member of the Board. Nominees are either recommended by other Directors or express interest in joining the Board. Directors can serve for up to 9 years. In certain cases Directors are invited to become Emeritus Directors in recognition of their outstanding service to the Board. They have no vote on Board matters however.

How can I become a Director of the Board?

Contact the president of the Board to express your interest. Refer also to How to Become a Board Member.

What is the primary purpose of ibstpi®?

ibstpi® researches, develops and publishes standards related to the field of training and development. To date the Board has published competencies for Instructors, Instructional Designers, and Training Managers. The Board also publishes research papers and books.

How can I find out more about certification?

Certification as Instructional Designer or Training Manager can be obtained through various private organizations, some of which use the ibstpi® competencies as the basis of their training.

Can I incorporate the ibstpi® competencies into my curriculum or training?

Yes, provided you contact ibstpi® first to gain our written permission. Details are set out in the section on Copyright and Permissions.

Can I use the ibstpi® competencies to develop a research instrument?

Yes, provided you contact ibstpi® for permission and abide by our guidelines. See Copyright and Permissions.

Are ibstpi® competencies copyrighted?

ibstpi® competencies are copyrighted to the Board and when permission to use them is granted you will be asked to acknowledge the Boards copyright. See Copyright and Permissions.

Where can I find out more about the competencies?

There are a number of publications both by the Board and by other authors which discuss competencies for Instructors, Instructional Designers, and Training Managers.

What organizations use ibstpi® competencies?

Many organizations are using the ibstpi® competencies. A partial listing can be found at Organizations using ibstpi® competencies.