• • Recognition of educational achievement in the field
    • Support of colleagues in iridology and natural healthcare worldwide
    • Beautifully cast, gold lapel pin of ICI logo
    • Distinctive annual membership certificate
    • Annual International Iridology and Integrative Healthcare Congress of Americaª
    • Liability insurance for the practice of iridology through AANC
    • Spanish- speaking division to support the Latin-American people
    • Standardization of professional education
    • Listing on our website as a referral guide for those seeking a qualified iridologist
    • A central office to serve you, including a toll free phone number
    • Continuing education programs
    • Discounted rate for a subscription to the International Journal of Iridology and Integrative Healthcare (USA)
    • Discount on registration fees for the annual congress and other continuing education programs


T he Commission on Professional Recognition and Accreditation of the International College of Iridology, Inc. (not-for-profit) has established the following criteria leading to the designation, Board Certified Iridologist.

Academic Category
Requirement (or equivalent)
Enrolled Student
15 hours of study in basic iridology with passing score on examination. CNHP 100 or equivalent.
Associate Status 
Completion of Enrolled Student requirements and 15 hours of further study in basic iridology with passing score on examination. CNHP 200 or Level I of Distance Education in Holistic Iridology®. 
Academic Status 
Completion of Associate Status requirements and 15 hours of level three advanced study, CNHP 300 or equivalent. 
Colleague in Iridology 
Completion of Academic Status requirements and 15 hours of level four advanced study, CNHP 400 or Level II of Distance Education in Holistic Iridology®. 
Professional Iridologist 
Completion of Colleague in Iridology requirements and attendance at a “live”, 5-day seminar, Level III in Holistic Iridology®. Upon successful completion of the oral and written exams, the student will earn a certificate for the study of Advanced Iridology. 
Diplomat in Iridology 
To achieve this distinction the student will successfully complete the course work for all levels of instruction as previously set forth. In addition, an anatomy and physiology course, approved by the ICI, must be successfully completed. This course may be taken on-campus or via a distance education format. There is also a practical exam to be completed outside of class time. This exam consists of the student performing a detailed analysis of several pairs of eyes utilizing the assessment system taught. 
Board Certified Iridologist 
• Hold a Diploma of Holistic Iridology® or equivalent.
• Hold an advanced college degree or professional school training, i.e. N.D., Ph.D., D.O., M.D., O.D., D.Ac., O.M.D., D.Sc., D.C., D.D.S., D.V.M., M.A., M.S., M.S.W., R.N. Also includes: Master Herbalist, Homoeopath, Massage Therapist, Colon Hydrotherapist, Nutritionist, and other licensed health care professionals.
• Two years of clinical experience in iridology after earning diploma
• Must be using a 35mm or digital imaging system to do their work
• Submit 3 case studies including photos from clinical practice
• Board Certification Exam - which will include 3 pairs of irises for analysis and a written exam
Equivalent Categories 
• IIPA certified iridologists are admitted to the Academic Status.
• Distance learning instruction from Trinity College of Natural Health, Level I is equivalent to Associate Status; Level II is equivalent to Colleague in Iridology.
• Distance education courses in Holistic Iridology® through the International Institute of Iridology®, Level I is equivalent to Associate Status; Level II is equivalent to Colleague in Iridology.
Other distinctions upon the recommendation of the Commission on Recognition and Accreditation, the Board of Governors may bestow upon individuals the following status: International Fellow or Honorary Membership.
ICI Membership Certificate
Sample Certificate

Sample Pin