International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
International Education Research Foundation (IERF) was established in 1969 as the first credentials evaluation service, not only in the U.S., but also in the world. IERF conducts research on international education and prepares credentials evaluations for persons who have studied outside of the United States and who need a statement of educational equivalency.
IERF is also a Founding Member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES®), a recognizing body for credentials evaluation services in the United States.
IERF was founded as a non-profit, public-benefit agency by Inez Sepmeyer and Ted Sharp, who were admissions officers at UCLA and California State University Northridge, respectively, and who recognized the need for assistance in the placement of international students and professionals.
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How does International Education Research Foundation (IERF) help in evaluations?
1. Standard Application – This application is for individuals seeking further education (i.e., admission, transfer credit, etc.), professional licensing/certification (in certain fields), employment & salary adjustment, and immigration.
2. Physical Therapy Licensure – This application is for individuals seeking licensure from the state boards to work as physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.
3. Barbering and Cosmetology Licensure – This application is for individuals seeking licensure from the state boards to work as hairdressers and cosmetologists (e.g., nail technicians, aestheticians, etc.).
4. Massage Therapy Licensure – This application is for individuals seeking licensure from the state boards to work as massage therapists.
Ready to order your credentials evaluation?
You can apply for the evaluation directly on IERF’s website. Once you apply, IERF will need official copies of your academic transcripts. We are official partners of IERF for verified transcripts delivery. You can order your documents to be sent to IERF by applying on Electronic Transcripts. Documents sent via Electronic Transcripts ensure that your application is processed faster since we send pre-verified transcripts in electronic format.