Organisations and individuals that produce health information can apply to get the PIF TICK. The PIF TICK is the only independently-assessed quality mark for print and digital health information. It is open to health charities, NHS Trusts, professional bodies, private companies and individuals who publish their own content.
After a successful assessment you will get a PIF TICK accreditation and become a Trusted Information Creator.
The application and assessment process to become PIF TICK accredited is:
- Application using the online form
- Review by PIF
- Annual fee payment
- Dedicated assessor assigned for support during the assessment process
- Submission using the online PIF TICK assessment portal with support from your assessor
- Assessment including a video call with your assessor to receive feedback
- Final report and assessment results
- PIF TICK certificate issued, use of the PIF TICK logo awarded for 12 months and promotion as an accredited member
- Reassessment and renewal of membership every 12 months
A summary of the 10 key PIF TICK criteria is below. Please read this before applying.
