Every ICONIC credential represents verified education, documented practice, and demonstrated competency — from entry-level associate to doctorate-level Diplomate.
IHDS (International Human Design School) certification is a recognized educational prerequisite for relevant ICONIC credential tiers. IHDS certifies your HD knowledge (education). ICONIC Board credentials your professional practice (standards, ethics, conduct). See the HD Practitioners pathway for how your IHDS certification maps to ICONIC tiers.
The entry point into the ICONIC credentialing system — built for new graduates, career changers, and practitioners at the start of their holistic health journey.
The IBC-HHA™ is your foundation. After building 500+ client contact hours, IBC-HHA™ holders can advance to the IBC-HHP™ (ICONIC Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner) tier.
The credential for practicing professionals with genuine client experience and demonstrated holistic health mastery. The most recognized ICONIC credential.
IBC-HHP™ holders with 2,000+ client contact hours and an active mentorship practice can advance to the IBC-HHE™ (ICONIC Board Certified Holistic Health Educator).
The pinnacle non-doctoral ICONIC credential — reserved for advanced practitioners, educators, thought leaders, and those who shape the field of holistic health.
IBC-HHE™ holders who earn an approved doctorate may advance to the IBC-HHD™ (ICONIC Board Certified Holistic Health Doctorate) — the highest distinction in the ICONIC credentialing system.
The pinnacle of ICONIC credentialing — reserved for practitioners who hold an approved doctorate in a holistic or integrative health field.
See the full requirements side-by-side to choose your tier.
| IBC-HHA™ Associate | IBC-HHP™ Professional | IBC-HHE™ Expert | IBC-HHD™ Doctorate ✦ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $245 | $395 | $595 | $595 |
| Annual Renewal | $95 | $145 | $195 | $295 |
| Doctorate Required | — | — | — | ✓ Required |
| Examination | Not required | Optional (+$200) | ✓ Required (+$200) | — |
| Education Review | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Client Contact Hours | None required | 500+ required | 2,000+ required | 500+ required |
| Case Study / Research | — | — | — | ✓ Required |
| Mentorship Requirement | — | — | ✓ Required | — |
| Annual CE Hours | 6 hours | 12 hours | 18 hours | 24 hours |
| Digital Certificate | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| QR Verification | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Directory Listing | Standard | Priority | Expert Profile | Gold Diplomate |
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