Become an AIP ( Accredited Internet Professional)
Earn Recognition for your Experience& Qualifications

As a key part of its mandate, Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) has established a standard of professionalism for its members, Accredited Internet Professional (AIP) designation is an accreditation of an Internet professional's qualification and experience. SIP is a professional body, which was established in 1997 .

AIP is a voluntary designation designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance and identify those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the best practices of Internet professionals. The SIP designations are key to enhanced professional stature. Accredited professionals are awarded a plaque, a Pin and AIP digital-seal.

"There are few educational and professional standards that practitioners in the Internet Industry can use to validate credentials. SIP has worked closely with many associations and educational institutions in the past to encourage better professional standards for Internet practitioners, including those in e-Business, Web Site Design and Development, Security, Privacy, Networking, etc." says Max Haroon, Founder and President of SIP.

A short brochure about AIP

Definition of Accredited Internet Professional
Accredited Internet Professionals are professionals practicing in the Internet sector whose qualifications, experience and professionalism has been assessed by the Society of Internet Professionals (SIP). Members who become AIP will be considered to have attained the stature and dedication required, so businesses hiring their services can expect competence and integrity. AIPs are bound by the Society of Internet Professionals' Code of Ethics. This code stipulates and binds them to the highest level of care, integrity and responsibility to their employers and clients, the public and their fellow professionals.

Competencies which are common to all streams are outlined in a separate document (Doc A105: Common Competencies of AIP)

AIP Streams
Competencies&/or examinations have been identified for the following specialization streams :
•  AIP (Web Technology)*
•  AIP (Web Design)*
•  AIP (Web Management)*
•  AIP (web Development)
•  AIP (Internet Privacy)
•  AIP (e-Business)
•  AIP (e-Learning)
•  AIP (SEO)

SIP will also consider other streams, if there is sufficient interest.
Your feedback in developing competencies or examination for the above streams will be appreciated.

* Originally created by the Association of Web Professionals (AWP), which has ceased to exist. SIP is pleased to have made arrangements to support AWP certified professionals and future certifications in these streams.

AWP certified individuals should convert to AIP:
http://www.sipgroup.org/certification/AWP.html

Assessment
Take the Self-Assessment (no fees required) on our website
Part 1: SIP Core examination (fundamentals that applies to all streams)
Part 2: Competency Assessment for the selected stream.

Requirements
Designation is granted by the SIP Accreditation and Certification committee (ACC) to an applicant who has met the following requirements:

1. Should have passed part 1exam within last six months with minimum of 75% score.
2. Select one of the above stream and take the Part 2 assessment with minimum of 75% score or have taken examination (recognized by SIP) by other organization.
3. In exceptional cases, exemptions will be given from Part 1 and Part 2 examinations.
4. Professional Experience in the selected stream (provide details of your portfolio)
5. Agreeing to Certification Agreement, committing to SIP Code of Ethics
6. Provided references: Employer, peer worker and character.
7. Undertaking to upgrade skills and knowledge, commit to continuing education in the selected stream and maintain currency.

Application & Assessment Process
1. Take the Self-Assessment
2. Download the Application package available on our web site
3. Mail the completed application form with requirements and fees
4. Details will be provided to take for Part 1 and 2 of Assessment
5. Results of the examinations will be reviewed with the application received
6. SIP will schedule an online interview/teleconferencing

AIP members may use special logo and letters with their name. The status / designation may be withdrawn if deemed necessary by SIP. Certification has to be renewed every three years to keep-up with the technology and changing requirements.

Related AIP Documents and Resources

Apply and Pay Online to become an AIP

Questions?
For further information contact Max Haroon. 905-508-1196, , or fill in our feedback form