What Happens After You Apply?
Once your application is submitted:
- Initial review
Your application and evidence are checked for completeness and relevance. - Assessment
Submitted outcomes are reviewed against the published Refined Finish Index™ criteria. - Decision
A governance-led decision is made. Accreditation is not automatic. - Outcome notification
You are informed of the outcome and any next steps.
Where accreditation is granted, details of scope, level, and licensed use are confirmed.
Important to Know
- Assessment is evidence-based and outcome-led
- Decisions reflect conformity with a private professional standard
- Timeframes vary depending on volume and complexity
Data subject rights, including access, rectification, and erasure, are explained in the Privacy Policy.
UK GDPR Assurance Statement
Qelvea Standards processes personal data submitted in connection with accreditation under the Qelvea Refined Finish Index™ in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). Data is limited to what is necessary, processed for defined purposes only, handled confidentially, and retained no longer than required to administer assessment, governance, licensing, renewal, verification, and enforcement of a private professional standard. Anonymised outcome evidence is used solely for assessment and related governance activities and is not published or used for marketing. Further detail on lawful basis, data subject rights, and data handling is provided in the Privacy Policy.