Accredited Training Organization FAQs

Only the ATO can use the ISSSP logo. If your organization is using your materials, under your name at an event, and if you are responsible for ensuring that activities, courses and programs meet all of the ISSSP Standards categories and elements, you may work with another organization and state that you are an ATO. [...]

No, because subsidiaries often operate independently of the parent organization. Therefore, ISSSP requires that subsidiaries undergo the ATO application process and become accredited ATOs on an individual basis.

Yes, as long as your organization selects, monitors and evaluates them using the processes described in your ATO application.

ISSSP notifies members by email and posts notifications on our website at www.isssp.org. We will also include changes within our monthly newsletter to members.

Only ISSSP Accredited Training Organizations in good standing with an active ISSSP Organizational membership may use the ISSSP logo and/or ATO Badge based on the Intellectual Property Guide.

No. If your organization is an ATO, you should have internal review processes in place that ensure your programs, current and new, meet the ISSSP Standards, Minimum ATO Requirements, and Day Equivalents for training. ISSSP ATO status is only available for Six Sigma based programs. An outline of new Six Sigma based programs may be [...]

The Accredited Training Organization status must be renewed annually, which will include the completion of the ATO Annual Checklist, which should be uploaded with your annual dues of $550. ATOs must reapply every four years by completing the online application and paying the $750* application fee, which will also cover the years ATO dues. *Additional [...]

The ATO application may only be completed online, so you will always have the latest copy. The latest ISSSP Standards may be downloaded for free.

You may learn the ATO application process, including the role of the ISSSP Accreditation Representative(s) and the Accreditation Advisory Committee by reading the application process. Read More

No. The applications contain confidential information. Sample applications are not provided to prevent possible copying of the material. However, the Application Process and Accredited Training Organization Eligibility are helpful tool.