Accreditation
When selecting a design provider, the client will always consider the creative quality of a portfolio, its suitability to their offer and that all important interpersonal relationship. With the arrival of DA Accreditation, the client now has the added benefit of knowing that the business has been assessed across a range of key criteria spanning two distinct categories: the 'Design of the Business' and the 'Business of Design'.

Membership
Membership of DA illustrates the continual nature of the accreditation process and enables members to benefit from the improvement tools made available. Importantly, clients know that DA Accredited Members are committed to investing in staff development and creativity, essential in maintaining the lead in innovation and creativity both for them and there clients.

DA Academy
DA Academy provides training and business development modules. These are tailor made to suit the needs of businesses in all stages of their development.

Matching Service
DA will match accredited members to:
Clients seeking specific design provision
Other design businesses seeking collaborative partners
Educational institutions seeking collaboration

Representation
DA will be instrumental in forging links with national and international organizations and government bodies in order to promote the importance of DA Accredited Member status.

Research
In providing accreditation and membership, DA is well positioned to collate data on design provision and use. This will be used to feed back into the design sector for the benefit of business and education.

The Design Association accreditation programme paves the way for both design providers and users to work together for the benefit of design and business.