The International Iridology Practitioners Association was founded for the purpose of increasing and communicating knowledge concerning the art and science of Iridology and to provide a forum for the exchange of information and research with the goal of promoting excellent international Iridology standards. Our goal is to increase and communicate knowledge about Iridology. Our goal is to provide you with opportunities for receiving the most updated information, products and tools for Iridologists worldwide. IIPA has grown since it was founded in 1982, and we are enthusiastic about the future. We invite you to share in the enthusiasm and help get the word out to all Iridologists who are not a part of IIPA. We are excited about our mission to unite Iridologists from around the world and to provide them a place to network with many others in the field of Iridology. We welcome your thoughts and input as we go forward.
IIPA is an organization that has developed official standards of practice designed specifically for the field of Iridology. international iridology practitioners association Certification Courses incorporate the highest standards in Iridology based on research and clinical studies from around the world. As a Certified Iridologist, you are held to a high ethical moral as it relates to this healing art. Each modality should have a uniformed governing body, and Iridology does. Because we are an international organization, we have the ability to streamline important pieces such as dialogue and vocabulary, and keep them uniform regardless of language differences. Certification from international iridology practitioners association identifies you as having attained a standardized level of education excellence. This status inevitably sets you apart, as clients would feel confident selecting you, knowing you have undergone some intense training and a high quality education.
An Understanding of Comprehensive Iridology Standards and Concepts – It is highly recommended that a Candidate/Student for certification completes the Comprehensive® Iridology Classes (Level I and Level II) through an international iridology practitioners association Certified Instructor or through an international iridology practitioners association accredited teaching Institution, however it is not required for certification. What is required is that candidates have a thorough understanding of the standards presented in these classes.
Comprehensive® Iridology Class – LEVEL I – This class covers the history and development of Iridology and discussion of models (European Iridology, American Iridology, Comprehensive Iridology, psychological patterns, iris photography, etc.) This also includes eye anatomy and physiology, topography and mapping of the iris, constitutional types and subtypes, iris structure and signs, pigmentation, pupil tonus, etc. It would be helpful to have some anatomy and physiology background before taking this course. Refer to our website for recommended readings and approved programs. Minimum of 14 hours with an international iridology practitioners association Certified Instructor.
Comprehensive® Iridology Class – LEVEL II – This class places emphasis on case studies, combinations of signs, structure and pigment details, exceptions to rules, specific constitutions and syndromes, further psychological pattern information and research issues, etc. Minimum of 21 hours with an international iridology practitioners association Certified Instructor.
Proof of Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge – An Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) course is required for certification. Certification Examination can take place before the A&P course is completed. The certification candidate/student must submit a transcript of a completed course, a copy of a diploma or of an acceptable accredited degree, or a copy of an appropriate professional license before receiving the international iridology practitioners association Certification Certificate. See acceptable courses on website.
The Submission of Ten Iris Evaluations – You will be provided with Iris Evaluation forms to use to evaluate ten (10) different people and analyze their iris patterns. Your completed evaluations will be submitted to an Instructor for review. Your results will be returned with corrections and comments. Note, that candidates/students who received their Iridology training through an international iridology practitioners association accredited teaching Institution are not required to perform the ten iris evaluations. Also, if you are taking a class through an international iridology practitioners association Certified Comprehensive Iridology Instructor, you may, at the discretion of the Instructor, complete these evaluations during class.
Case Study Analysis – For your Case Study you will receive instructions, a history and eye photos to analyze. Your completed analysis should be returned to your Instructor. Results will be returned to you with corrections and comments. Note that candidates who received their Iridology training through an IIPA accredited teaching Institution are not required to perform a Case Study Analysis.
Written Examination – This written Examination must be proctored by a designated IIPA Instructor, librarian, or notary. Obtain Proctor Information form from your Instructor. You are responsible for locating a Proctor. If your test grade is satisfactory, 80% or more, and all other requirements are completed (i.e. Anatomy & Physiology, 10 Iris Evaluations, Case Study, current membership), you will be sent an IIPA Certified Iridologist Certificate. If for some reason you do not pass the Examination, contact your Instructor for retake information.
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