Championing Lived Experience. Empowering Wellbeing. Accrediting Excellence
Welcome
About Us
Welcome to the Association for Accredited Learning (AAL), home to The Centre for People, Culture and Wellbeing. We are a values-led organisation, founded in 2017, dedicated to raising standards in wellbeing, training and accredited learning, with a strong focus on recognising lived experience.
Our work spans four key areas:
Lived Experience Training Hub
Co-designed courses that embrace lived experience, creating safe, authentic and impactful learning environments.
Training and Qualifications Centre
Accredited coaching and teaching qualifications that build confident, capable practitioners.
Accreditation and CPD Certification
The design, review and accreditation of bespoke qualifications and CPD endorsement, ensuring quality and relevance across sectors.
Whether you are an individual, employer or training provider, we are here to support your growth, your impact and your people.
The Centre for People, Culture and Wellbeing
Recognising organisations and individuals through employer accreditation and professional membership grounded in wellbeing, culture and inclusion.
We are supported by a trusted network of associates and specialists, allowing us to offer credible, responsive support to organisations and practitioners alike.
Clear. Credible. Trusted. That is the AAL standard.
Our Team
The Association for Accredited Learning is led by a team of experienced professionals with deep roots in learning and development, organisational culture, quality assurance and coaching. Our backgrounds span sectors including education, community services, HR and organisational development, with particular expertise in the design and delivery of professional development, leadership programmes and accredited training.
We bring strong credentials in quality assurance, assessment and report writing, having held senior roles in awarding organisations and worked extensively as external quality assurers. Many of us also hold teaching, assessment and verification qualifications, supporting our work in L&D and programme accreditation.
We are passionate about the role of lived experience in shaping meaningful learning. Our approach actively values the voices, skills and insight that come from real-world experience, and we are committed to embedding this across everything we do.
Accreditation and Training
Accreditation and CPD Certification
At AAL, we believe quality training should be recognised and trusted. Our accreditation gives your delegates confidence in what they’re learning and shows that your programme is credible, well-designed, and aligned with professional standards. We carefully review your content, highlight best practice, and offer constructive feedback to help strengthen your delivery.
AAL CPD certificates showcase and recognise each delegate’s achievements, reflecting their learning, development, and newly gained or refreshed skills. They support both personal growth and professional credibility.
Whether you're an employer looking to enhance your staff development offer, or a training provider growing your commercial reach, we’re here to help. Our process is supportive, collaborative, and tailored—whether you deliver training in person or on demand.
Training & Qualifications Centre
Teaching and Assessment Qualifications: including Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA), and Train the Trainer programmes.
Coaching, Mentoring and Management qualifications are available from level 3 to level 6.
Bespoke Soft Skills Training: covering communication, leadership, and personal effectiveness
Courses can be started at any time. We offer both on-demand learning, allowing you to study at your own pace, and trainer-led sessions for a more structured experience.
Programmes are available for individuals as well as organisations, with flexible delivery to suit your schedule and needs.
Lived Experience Training Hub
Access our flagship 'Lived Experience Accredited Facilitator and Speaker Programme', co-designed by individuals with lived experience and education professionals, this programme will equip you with the skills and confidence to share your story effectively.
You’ll learn how to establish healthy boundaries, for yourself and your audience, explore various presentation techniques, and develop core facilitation skills. Upon successful completion, you will receive a Lived Experience Speaker and Facilitation Certificate awarded from the Association for Accredited Learning.
Find out how to accredit your lived experience training courses.
The Centre for People, Culture & Wellbeing
Employer Accreditation
Join a growing network of employers committed to supporting employee wellbeing.
As a member of the Centre, you'll gain access to:
- Research, blogs, and expert insights
- Tailored training opportunities
- Employer accreditation, including our Charter and Quality Mark
- Networking with like-minded organisations.
Professional Membership
If you're passionate about creating positive change and fostering healthier work environments, our CPD opportunities are designed to support your professional growth.
By becoming a member, you'll join a community of like-minded individuals and organisations dedicated to improving employee health, workplace culture, and overall wellbeing.
Are you a professional looking to deepen your understanding of people, culture and wellbeing in the workplace? Apply for membership.
Membership Levels: Affiliate | Associate (APCW) | Professional (PPCW)
People, Culture & Wellbeing CPD
Health and Wellbeing CPD events are designed to deepen your expertise, supporting both your professional and personal growth while providing valuable insights on how to support colleagues effectively.
Delivered by industry leaders, including research specialists and those with lived experience, our CPD events provide actionable tips and insights, equipping you with practical skills that can be applied directly in the workplace.
Our schedule is continuously updated with new events, ensuring there’s always something to support your ongoing learning and development.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career, strengthen organisational practices, or enrich your own wellbeing practice, we are here to support you every step of the way.