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Tier I — Entry Level
IBC-HHA™ Credential Badge

ICONIC Board Certified Holistic Health Associate

The entry point into professional credentialing — for new practitioners establishing their professional standards.

$99 Application Fee

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Eligibility

Requirements

The IBC-HHA™ credential is designed to be accessible. If you've completed holistic health education and are committed to ethical practice, you're ready.

Completed Holistic Health Education Certificate, diploma, or degree from a recognized holistic health program. No minimum credit hours — all recognized programs considered.
Education Review (No Exam Required) Our credentialing team reviews your transcripts and program documentation. No examination is required for the IBC-HHA™ tier.
Agreement to Code of Professional Conduct All IBC-HHA™ holders agree to uphold the ICONIC Board Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct standards.
Recognized Pathways

Accepted Education Programs

ICONIC Board formally recognizes the following programs as qualifying prerequisites for the IBC-HHA™ credential. These organizations provide the education — ICONIC Board credentials the professional practice. Think of SHRM credentialing HR professionals while universities provide the business education — distinct roles, equally essential. View all recognized education pathways →

Living Your Design Guide
International Human Design School (IHDS)

IHDS graduates have completed structured, rigorous Human Design education. Your LYDG certification satisfies the training hour education requirement for the Human Design modality within the IBC-HHA™ tier. All practice standards, ethics, and conduct requirements still apply.

60 training hrs
recognized
Professional Analyst
International Human Design School (IHDS)

The IHDS Professional Analyst certification demonstrates advanced training and client-facing competency in Human Design. Qualifies toward IBC-HHA™ (and IBC-HHP™) training hour requirements for the Human Design modality.

120 training hrs
recognized
BG5 Business Consultant & Career Analyst
BG5 Business Institute

BG5 Business Institute certifications in Human Design business applications qualify toward IBC-HHA™ training hour requirements for Human Design practitioners working in coaching and advisory contexts.

80+ training hrs
recognized

This is a streamlined pathway, not a shortcut. IHDS graduates have already completed rigorous education. ICONIC Board credentials their professional practice. All Code of Professional Conduct requirements, ethics standards, and client protection guidelines remain fully in effect. Recognized prerequisites satisfy education hour requirements only — the credentialing review process still applies. Have questions? Browse the FAQ →

Benefits

What You Earn

Professional Badge

Officially issued IBC-HHA™ digital badge for your website, social media, and marketing materials.

Directory Listing

Standard listing in the ICONIC Board practitioner directory. Clients can find and verify your credential.

Credential Number

Unique credential number (IBC-HHA™-XXXX) for professional identification and verification.

CE Tracking Access

Access to the ICONIC Board continuing education tracking system to log and manage your professional development.

Digital Certificate

Professionally designed digital certificate suitable for printing, framing, and online display.

QR Verification

Unique QR code linking to your live credential status — instantly verifiable by clients and employers.

How it appears on LinkedIn
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Maintenance

Renewal Terms

Maintain your credential with annual renewal and continuing education.

$95
Annual Renewal Fee
6
CE Hours Per Year
Annual
Renewal Cycle
Progression

Your Pathway

IBC-HHA™
IBC-HHP™
IBC-HHE™
IBC-HHD™
Next Step: After building 500+ client contact hours, IBC-HHA™ holders can advance to the IBC-HHP™ (ICONIC Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner) tier.

A credential is more than a title — it's a promise to the people who trust you with their health.

— ICONIC Board Standards Charter

Begin Your Professional Journey

The IBC-HHA™ is your foundation. Apply today and join the ICONIC Board community of credentialed practitioners.

Apply for IBC-HHA™ — $99 →