Practice Makes Pro: Become an SDN-Certified Practitioner

Ready to sharpen your service design skills and gain industry-recognised accreditation? The Service Design Practitioner Curriculum is back for its 12th round—starting May 2025—and we’d love to see you there.

Are you ready to deepen your service design expertise and gain industry-recognized accreditation? The Service Design Network (SDN) invites you to join our Service Design Practitioner Curriculum—now in its 12th edition—starting in May 2025. This comprehensive, six-module online course is designed to strengthen your core skills, expand your capabilities, and provide you with the SDN Practitioner Accreditation—a credential that sets you apart in the field.

 

What Awaits You:

  • Structured Learning: Engage in six interactive modules covering essential topics—from foundational principles to advanced methodologies.
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from Thomas Brandenburg, an SDN Accredited Master Trainer, and benefit from insights shared by guest experts.
  • Collaborative Environment: Participate in group sessions and supervision meetings that foster peer learning and support.
  • Flexible Schedule: Balance your professional commitments with a course structure that includes live sessions, self-paced study, and practical assignments. 

Course Highlights:

  • Duration: May 8 – July 31, 2025
  • Format: Online live sessions complemented by individual and group work
  • Accreditation: Earn the SDN Practitioner Accreditation (valued at €460) upon successful completion

Membership: Receive a two-year SDN membership (valued at €360) included in the course fee

 

Investment:

  • Early Bird Rates (until April 8):
    • SDN Members: €1,100
    • Non-Members: €1,200
  • Standard Rates:
    • SDN Members: €1,300
    • Non-Members: €1,400​

​Country income-indexed pricing is available to ensure global accessibility.

Embark on this transformative journey to enhance your service design practice. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!

 

Register Now

 

Not quite ready for a full course? No worries—you can still gain recognition for your existing service design skills. The SDN Practitioner Accreditation is also available as a standalone certification. It’s perfect if you’ve already got hands-on experience and want to validate your practice, boost your credibility, and join a global community of accredited professionals. It’s an accessible, supportive process designed to celebrate the work you're already doing.

Learn more and apply here

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