An EPA Training Partner is a training institution, college, academy, or professional learning provider that works with the Event Planners Alliance (EPA) to give its students access to EPA professional certification. The partnership allows institutions to add value to their students without changing their existing training structure.

No. Partner institutions do not need to replace or redesign their curriculum in order to participate. The EPA partnership model is intended to fit alongside your existing training program.

EPA manages the certification process directly. This includes the certification framework, materials, assessment, and certification decision-making process.

Students complete the EPA student certification application form. The form can capture the name of the referring institution so EPA can identify the partner connected to the student.

Partner institutions benefit through an agreed revenue-sharing arrangement when students successfully enroll through their referral pathway. Specific arrangements can be discussed during onboarding.

Yes. Approved partners may be recognized on the EPA platform as Training Partners, subject to EPA approval and listing processes. This helps strengthen visibility and institutional positioning.

No. The EPA Training Partner model is a partnership pathway, not a government regulatory accreditation process. It is designed as a practical collaboration model that connects institutions and learners to EPA certification opportunities.

A Training Partner refers students to EPA certification and participates in the partner pathway. Buying the EPA curriculum is a separate option for institutions, trainers, or organizations that want access to EPA’s structured training content and delivery framework. Some institutions may choose one option, while others may use both.

The EPA Online Academy is a separate learning pathway. The Training Partner model is focused on supporting institutions by offering certification opportunities for their students. EPA can also discuss appropriate use of online training options where needed, without undermining the partner relationship.

The first step is to complete the EPA Training Partner application form. Once your application is reviewed, EPA will guide you on the next steps.