In December the programme will be launched as a service to SMEs. The accreditation process for experienced ICT Consultants can take as little as a month. Advisers take knowledge test on-line and submit examples of the work they have carried out for assessment. The UCLan Centre is advising candidates to obtain their accreditation before the national launch to SMEs. ICT Advisers who obtain their TMB accreditation in time for the launch will be able to participate with SMEs in the activities being planned for the launch and will benefit from the surrounding publicity.
Advisers benefit from being part of a national register of accredited advisers.
This will be marketed directly to businesses. Accredited advisers will also have access to the online community. This will generate the spread of best practice and allow for continuous professional development through access to the latest news and information relating to the SME community.