ISQ Certification

ISQ Certification is a French certification body dedicated to quality assurance in the vocational training sector. Since its creation in 1986, ISQ has worked to promote and spread professionalism among training organizations by issuing certifications that recognize their professional standards and commit them to continuous improvement. The organization positions itself as an expert third-party certifier for professional training, offering certifications such as Qualiopi and CertiFormPro by OPQF. Qualiopi allows training providers to have the quality of their processes officially recognized, while CertiFormPro by OPQF highlights the specific characteristics of a provider's core business. ISQ Certification operates nationally across France. According to its official website, as of 2025 it had 4,106 certified sites, with clients spread across all regions, and a network of 81 auditors. The organization emphasizes the professionalism of its auditors, who are selected for their experience in the training sector and their auditing expertise. It also promotes a privileged relationship with clients, offering expert support tailored to each certification journey. Key figures published by ISQ Certification include 8,630 audits performed, 4,466 Qualiopi-certified sites, a 97% certification renewal rate among clients, and a 96% client satisfaction rate. These statistics are dated 01/04/2026 and were compiled from its 4,466 certified sites. ISQ holds accreditation number 5-0663 for the Qualiopi and CertiFormPro by OPQF certifications, with the scope available on the COFRAC website. The organization also publishes news and updates, such as information about the Qualiopi 2026 framework, controls, and evolving requirements, and hosts webinars featuring its expert auditors.

ISQ Certification was created in 1986 and has since participated in the promotion and dissemination of professionalism in the French vocational training sector. From its founding, ISQ has issued certifications that serve as recognition of training organizations' professionalism and commit them to a process of continuous progress. Over the decades, ISQ has expanded its certification offerings to include Qualiopi, a national quality certification for training providers, and CertiFormPro by OPQF, which recognizes the specific characteristics of a provider's core business. The organization has built a national presence, with 4,106 certified sites in 2025 and clients across all French regions. Its network of 81 auditors supports this national coverage. ISQ holds accreditation number 5-0663 for the Qualiopi and CertiFormPro by OPQF certifications, with the scope available on the COFRAC website. As of 2026, ISQ reported 8,630 audits performed, 4,466 Qualiopi-certified sites, a 97% renewal rate, and 96% client satisfaction. The organization continues to adapt to regulatory changes, such as the Qualiopi 2026 framework, and engages its clients through webinars and expert guidance.

• 2026

  ISQ reports 8,630 audits performed, 4,466 Qualiopi-certified sites, 97% renewal rate, and 96% client satisfaction.

• 2026

  ISQ announces a webinar on 9 July 2026 about the Qualiopi 2026 framework, controls, and evolving requirements.

• 2025

  ISQ reports 4,106 certified sites and 81 auditors across France.

• 1986

  ISQ Certification is created, beginning its work in promoting professionalism in vocational training.

Expert third-party certifier for quality in vocational training, recognized since 1986.

• Qualiopi certification

  A national quality certification for vocational training providers, allowing them to have the quality of their processes recognized.

• CertiFormPro by OPQF

  A certification that highlights the specific characteristics of a training provider's core business.

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