Get Certified With VEL
Lead the Change in Human Services
VEL Certification empowers professionals and organizations to move beyond compliance-based systems and into values-driven, person-centered excellence.
Through structured training, ethical AI integration, and continuous support, VEL transforms service planning into a dynamic, empowering, and efficient process.
CERTIFICATION OPTIONS
VEL Certified Facilitator
For individual professionals
Gain the knowledge and tools to lead person-centered planning using the VEL framework.
You’ll receive:
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Comprehensive training in VEL’s core values and methodology
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Access to person-centered planning tools and templates
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Certification as a recognized VEL Facilitator
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Ongoing professional development and peer support opportunities
Ideal for: Support coordinators, planners, and managers seeking to strengthen their skills in values-based service delivery.
VEL Certified Organisation
For agencies and service providers
Transform your entire planning and support system through full organizational certification.
You’ll receive:
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Guided implementation of the 7-Stage VEL Framework
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Customized AI setup aligned with your values and workflows
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Leadership and staff training sessions
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Continuous consultation and technical support
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Recognition as a VEL Certified Organization
Ideal for: Human service organizations ready to scale person-centered excellence across their teams and systems.
Why Get Certified?
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Demonstrates commitment to ethical, values-based, person-centered support
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Reduces time spent on planning by up to 80%
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Enhances service quality and team consistency
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Builds trust with individuals, families, and stakeholders
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Connects you to a national community of innovation and best practice
Get Started
Ready to begin your VEL Certification journey?
Our team can help you identify the right path — whether for an individual facilitator or your entire organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does certification take?
Timelines vary depending on your organization’s size and readiness. Individual facilitator certification typically takes a few weeks. Full organizational certification generally spans several months through all seven stages.
Q: What is the cost?
Pricing is customized based on scope, staffing, and desired level of integration. Request a consultation for a personalized quote.
Q: Is VEL HIPAA-compliant?
Yes. VEL ensures strict HIPAA compliance with encrypted data handling, privacy controls, and ethically trained AI models.
Q: What kind of support do we receive during certification?
Certified partners receive continuous consultation, guided implementation, and access to system updates as technology and best practices evolve.
Q: Who are your technology partners?
VEL partners with Awake Labs, specialists in ethical, human-centered AI for disability and human service organizations.