STANDARDS & CERTIFICATION
Building Trusted Frameworks for a Healthier World
IHPCA is developing an open, international and human-centered framework for health standards and certification. Our approach recognizes modern science, emerging technologies and verifiable evidence, while also respecting cultural health traditions, lifestyle factors, environmental influences, psychological well-being and accumulated human experience.
Through structured and transparent assessment frameworks, IHPCA aims to provide internationally oriented evaluation, certification and recognition for health products, technologies, services, organizations and related initiatives.
OUR PRINCIPLES
Principles Behind the IHPCA Standards Framework
Evidence-Informed
We value scientific research, technical data, practical results and verifiable information.
Human-Centered
We consider safety, user experience, psychological well-being, quality of life and long-term human benefit.
Cultural Respect
We respect health traditions, accumulated knowledge and practical experience developed across different cultures and regions.
Environmental Awareness
We consider environmental conditions, safety, sustainability and the relationship between people and their living environments.
Transparency
We promote clarity around certification scope, evaluation criteria, evidence basis, validity periods and verification.
Continuous Improvement
Our standards and assessment frameworks evolve as science, technology, society and health understanding continue to develop.
Scientific evidence is an important foundation, but it is not the only dimension through which health can be understood.
WHAT WE EVALUATE
What IHPCA Evaluates
IHPCA applies a broad, international and multidisciplinary perspective when evaluating health-related products, technologies, services, organizations and initiatives.
Health Products
Functional foods, nutritional products, supplements, health consumer products and other products related to healthier living.
Health Technologies
Biotechnology, digital health, health management, testing, rehabilitation, healthy aging, advanced materials and related innovation.
Health Services
Health management, wellness, professional services and related service systems.
Organizations & Programs
Companies, professional organizations, health initiatives, innovation programs and related industry projects.
Healthy Living & Environments
Initiatives and practices related to lifestyle, psychological well-being, work and living environments, sustainability and healthier communities.
CERTIFICATION FRAMEWORK
Certification and Recognition Framework
IHPCA is developing a structured framework that distinguishes between formal certification and other forms of professional recognition according to the nature of the subject being evaluated.
Product Certification
Professional evaluation and certification for qualifying health products.
Technology & Innovation Certification
Evaluation and certification for qualifying technologies, innovation projects and health-related solutions.
Organization & Service Certification
Evaluation and certification for qualifying organizations, service systems and professional practices.
Program & Initiative Recognition
Professional recognition for qualifying programs, initiatives, projects and collaborative activities where formal certification may not be appropriate.
Not every program or initiative requires formal certification. IHPCA may use recognition mechanisms where they are more appropriate to the nature and purpose of the project.
MULTI-DIMENSIONAL ASSESSMENT
A Broader Framework for Understanding Health Value
IHPCA does not rely on a single metric when assessing health-related value. Depending on the subject being evaluated, the framework may consider multiple dimensions of evidence, experience, innovation, human well-being and environmental context.
Safety
Consideration of known risks, appropriate use, product or service safety and relevant risk information.
Evidence
Review of scientific research, technical data, documentation, practical results and other forms of verifiable information.
Effectiveness
Assessment of whether the stated value, intended benefit or application is supported by a reasonable basis.
Innovation
Consideration of new technologies, materials, methods, models or applications that may create meaningful health or industry value.
Human Experience
Consideration of professional practice, user experience, long-term application and accumulated human experience where relevant.
Cultural Context
Recognition of traditional knowledge, cultural health practices and regional approaches, while clearly distinguishing these from different levels of scientific or clinical evidence.
Psychological & Social Well-being
Consideration of psychological well-being, quality of life, social relationships and broader human experience where relevant.
Environmental Impact
Consideration of environmental conditions, sustainability, living environments and their relationship to long-term health.
Different certification or recognition programs may apply different assessment dimensions and weighting according to the nature of the subject being evaluated.
WHO CAN APPLY
Who Can Engage With IHPCA Certification
IHPCA welcomes organizations, companies and projects that align with its health industry focus to discuss appropriate evaluation, certification or recognition pathways.
Health product companies
Brands and manufacturers
Health technology companies
Biotechnology companies
Research institutions and technical teams
Health service organizations
Wellness and health management organizations
Innovation and industry projects
Other organizations aligned with IHPCA’s health industry scope
The appropriate certification, recognition or evaluation pathway will depend on the applicant, subject, maturity and intended purpose of the program.
Discuss a Certification Program
CERTIFICATION PROCESS
A Clear and Transparent Certification Process
IHPCA follows a structured process designed to support professional review, transparency and appropriate classification according to the nature of the applicant and subject being evaluated.
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Application
Submission of basic information, supporting materials and certification objectives.
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Initial Review
Initial review of applicant eligibility, certification direction and document completeness.
03
Evidence & Documentation Assessment
Review of technical information, product or service materials, research, practical data and other relevant documentation.
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Expert Review
Where appropriate, relevant experts or professional advisers may participate in the evaluation process.
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Decision & Classification
Determination of whether the application meets the applicable certification, recognition or classification criteria.
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Certificate Issuance
Issuance of the appropriate certificate or recognition documentation where requirements are met.
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Public Verification
Eligible certificates and recognitions may be assigned verification references and included in IHPCA verification systems.
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Periodic Review
Certification or recognition status may be subject to periodic review, renewal or reassessment according to the applicable program.
Specific procedures may vary depending on the nature, complexity and maturity of the product, technology, service, organization or program.
WHAT YOU MAY GAIN
Potential Value of IHPCA Evaluation and Certification
Depending on the program and subject being evaluated, participation may provide professional assessment, structured feedback and opportunities for broader industry engagement.
Professional Evaluation
A structured review of the product, technology, service, organization or program.
Certification or Recognition
Where appropriate, qualifying applicants may receive IHPCA certification or professional recognition.
Expert Feedback
Applicants may receive professional observations, recommendations or improvement considerations.
International Visibility
Selected certified or recognized projects may be presented through IHPCA professional and international networks.
Verification Reference
Eligible certifications or recognitions may receive a verification number or public status reference.
Industry & Cooperation Opportunities
Qualifying companies and projects may be considered for industry, international or strategic cooperation opportunities within the IHPCA network.
Certification, recognition or evaluation does not guarantee commercial success, regulatory approval, investment or market access.
VERIFICATION & TRANSPARENCY
Building Trust Through Clear Certification Information
Each IHPCA certification or recognition will progressively include clearly defined information regarding the subject being evaluated, applicable scope or framework, issuance date, validity period and verification reference.
Subject
The product, technology, service, organization or program covered by the certification or recognition.
Scope
The specific certification, recognition or assessment scope.
Framework
The applicable IHPCA standard, guideline or assessment framework.
Issue Date
The date on which the certification or recognition is issued.
Validity
The applicable validity period, where relevant.
Verification Reference
A unique reference or verification identifier where applicable.
The public verification system is being developed as part of IHPCA’s new digital certification framework.
START AN APPLICATION
Start a Certification Conversation
Organizations, companies and projects interested in IHPCA evaluation, certification or recognition are invited to begin with an initial discussion about their objectives, subject and appropriate pathway.
Apply for Certification
For organizations ready to discuss a formal certification pathway.
Discuss a Certification Program
For applicants who need guidance on the appropriate certification or recognition framework.
Submit a Product or Technology
For companies or teams seeking an initial professional discussion regarding a product, technology or innovation project.
Initial inquiries do not constitute approval, certification or acceptance into a specific program.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
IHPCA certification is an independent professional assessment and does not replace regulatory approval, medical advice or legally required product authorization.
Information provided on this website is for general professional and informational purposes. Any regulated, legal, medical, financial or securities-related activities, where applicable, should be conducted through appropriately qualified professionals or institutions.