ERQ 1
gained for acquiring 200 points
ERQ 2
gained for acquiring 300 points
ERQ 3
gained for acquiring 450 points
The EARP Training Programme
There are three levels of qualification under the EARP programme, leading to the title of European Relocation Qualification, levels 1, 2 &3 and the final qualification of Fellowship of the Academy;
ERQ 1
- - gained for acquiring 200 points
ERQ 2
- - gained for acquiring 300 points
ERQ 3
- - gained for acquiring 450 points
Fellowship
- - gained for acquiring 450 points and successfully completing the externally graded Case Study.
The Case Study
The Fellowship Case Study is independently graded by the KHL University of Leuven in Belgium. We have partnered with the School of Business Studies at KHL to ensure the highest level of quality in the ERQ programme.
Once an individual reaches 450 points, they are may submit a 2,500 word case study in order to graduate at the highest level of the programme, Fellowship of the Academy.
So far, 15 relocation professionals from across Europe and the USA have graduated. For a list of EARP Fellows, go to the Fellowship tab above.
For details of the Case Study click here
For a Powerpoint presentation outlining how to approach the Case Study, click here
The Types of Seminars on Offer
There are three types of seminars on offer, at increasing levels of complexity.
Fundamentals
The Fundamentals programme is offered over two days, in the UK through the ARP, France through SNPRM and across Europe, through EuRA. Attending both days of the Fundamenatals programme, qualifies delegates at ERQ1.
{The Fundamentals programme covers history and structure of the industry; culture and psychology and their impact on relocating; domestic and international assignments; clients needs assessment; IT solutions. Details of programmes on offer can found by clicking on the link Training Dates.
The programme is also delivered twice a year as a series of webinars.
Intermediate
Intermediate seminars cover topics concentrating on relocation and business skills, and are intended as an interactive overview of a large topic delivered over a half or full day.. Such topics include, group moves; identifying clients needs; cultural training; marketing and sales; quality standards. All intermediate seminars are worth 50 points for a full day and 25 points for a half day towards ERQ 1, 2 & 3 qualifications. For details of the points system, click on the link The Points System
Advanced
Advanced seminars are aimed at experienced relocation professionals who wish to either gain new knowledge or imporve their existing skills. Advanced seminars are business oriented and cover such diverse topics as; leadership skills; psychological impact of being relocated; advanced quality systems. Advanced programmes are run over one, two or even three days. Each full day of advanced training is worth 50 points towards ERQ 1, 2 & 3 qualifications. For full details of the points system, click on the link The Points System