The IAESDP supports an independent, unaffiliated board of ESD Professionals, related industry experts, and representatives of the public who are tasked with making Credentialing, Accreditation, and Program Policy decisions, including best practices, minimum program curriculum requirements, and conflict resolution pathways for the industry. The Committee is maintained following the strict guidelines set by the National Committee for Credentialing Agencies and the Institute for credentialing Excellence. The Committee also meets the requirements set by the International Organization for Standardization (I.S.O.). It is through the work of this Committee that the IAESDP aims to establish the ESD methodology as the standard for all Self Defense instruction.