Social Value assessments and impact management are becoming increasingly prominent, demanding skilled and accredited professionals. These experts aid organisations in measuring their impact and producing reliable accountability reports. This article introduces the Social Value Professional Pathway produced by Social Value International (SVI). We’ll start by grasping the pathway’s essence, exploring its levels and their offerings. While also sharing valuable insights from practitioners who have directly benefited from the pathway.
What is the Social Value Professional Pathway?
Social value is understanding people’s well-being priorities for better decision-making. The SVI Professional Pathway helps professionals become accredited trainers, consultants, and report assessors. It offers a clear roadmap for upskilling in guiding, training, and reviewing organisations’ social value and impact assessments across various locations, sectors or Sustainable Development Goals. The IMM sector is projected to grow by 300% and reach USD 8 billion by 2030, indicating rising demand for IMM services and professionals.
Understanding the Levels on the Social Value Pathway
This pathway, composed of three progressive levels, empowers practitioners to enhance their skills, knowledge, and practical application of the SVI framework. Here we discuss what level 1, 2, and 3 provides.
Level 1: Social Value Associate
The first stage of the SVI Professional Pathway introduces Social Value Associates, marking the beginning of their journey. At this level, practitioners attain theoretical expertise in social value and impact management, aligning with the SVI Framework. Certification at Level 1 indicates a thorough grasp of social value theory to clients, employers, and partners.
What do I need to do to pass?
How do I need to prepare?
What do I get upon completion?
Upon completion, you will receive the Social Value Associate Status. This is an internationally recognised qualification demonstrating your competence in impact measurement and management. You also gain access to networking opportunities and potential career advancement in various sectors.
Level 2: Social Value Accredited Practitioner
Becoming an Accredited Practitioner signifies the ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice, making you a valuable asset to projects and organisations aiming to create tangible social value. This expertise boosts professional credibility and empowers individuals to lead social impact initiatives effectively.
What do I need to do to pass?
To pass the Social Value Accredited Practitioner Level 2 exam, you must put your theoretical knowledge into practice. You can do this by undertaking a social value, or SROI analysis, and will be required to submit a report for assurance. You also need to have completed an SVI Accredited Training course.
How do I need to prepare?
To prepare for the exam, besides completing the mandatory Accredited Training, you should review SVI Standards, the SROI Guide, and the SVI Report Assurance Standard. It is recommended to review other reports in the SVUK Report Database. While considering the use of Pre-Assurance Outcomes Check service to support your report development.
What do I get upon completion?
Upon successful completion, you will achieve Social Value Accredited Practitioner Level 2 status. This is an internationally recognised qualification demonstrating your practical skills in social value and impact assessment. This status lasts for 2 years and can assist you in advancing your career in various sectors.
Level 3: Social Value Advanced Practitioner
What do I need to do to pass?
How do I need to prepare?
What do I get upon completion?
Upon completion, you attain Social Value Advanced Practitioner Level 3 status. A globally recognised qualification that showcases your advanced skills in social value and social impact assessment. This certification can greatly enhance your career prospects across various sectors.
Your Journey Through the SVI Professional Pathway
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Social Value?
Social value is understanding the relative importance that people place on changes to their wellbeing and using the insights we gain from this understanding to make better decisions.What is the SVI Professional Pathway?
The SVI Professional Pathway is a structured program designed to help individuals develop expertise in social value measurement and management. It offers training and resources to enhance their ability to create and assess social and environmental value, contributing to more sustainable and impactful decision-making.What is a Social Value Practitioner?
A Social Value Practitioner is someone who has demonstrated practical competence in the application of social impact and value assessment in line with the Social Value International Framework.This course might interest you
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