The International Qualification Framework – Independent Regulatory Council (IQF-IRC) is proud to announce the appointment of Professor David Morley as its Chair.
Leeds, England, United Kingdom, February 5, 2025 — A distinguished leader in sports science and education, Professor Morley brings decades of experience and a proven track record in professional excellence to this pivotal role.
Professor Morley’s appointment marks a significant milestone for the IQF-IRC, an independent regulatory body dedicated to setting and maintaining global standards in exercise science and sports performance certifications. As Chair, he will oversee the council’s efforts to ensure qualifications meet the highest professional, academic, and ethical standards, fostering global recognition and credibility in the field.
A Visionary Leader in Sports Science
Professor Morley has held senior academic roles at leading institutions in the UK and Australia, including Dean and Associate Dean positions, where he championed innovation and quality in sports education. He has collaborated with global organisations such as Nike, Sport England, and the Australian Institute of Sport, shaping best practices in the industry.
“I am honoured to lead the IQF-IRC at a time when the need for global standards in exercise science has never been greater,” said Professor Morley. “Together, we aim to set a benchmark that ensures qualifications in this field meet the highest professional and ethical standards.”
Elevating Global Standards in Exercise Science
The IQF-IRC was founded to address the growing need for independent regulation in exercise science and sports performance. Drawing on extensive research published by the International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA), the IQF-IRC aligns its qualification framework with global best practices from leading organisations in the field, such as the NSCA, ASCA, and IUSCA.
Andrew Langford, Director of the IUSCA, said: “Professor Morley’s appointment is a seminal step forward for the industry. His leadership will ensure that the IQF-IRC continues to raise the bar for professional qualifications, providing confidence to employers, practitioners, and stakeholders worldwide.”
For more information about the IQF-IRC and its mission to revolutionise exercise science and sports performance certifications, visit iqf-irc.org.
About the company: About the IQF-IRC
The International Qualification Framework Independent Regulatory Council (IQF-IRC) is an independent, non-governmental organisation dedicated to regulating qualifications in exercise science, strength and conditioning (S&C), and sports performance. Through rigorous standards and international collaboration, the IQF-IRC fosters excellence, integrity, and global recognition in professional certifications.
About the IUSCA
The International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA) is an international accreditation body and global collaborative of over 150 universities worldwide. Through leading initiatives such as the only fully embedded Degree Accreditation program, the S&C Practitioner Pathway, the International Qualification Framework (IQF), and many other professional development and research projects, the IUSCA is a renowned authoritative body in the field. The IUSCA also publish the world-leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C, the International Journal of Strength and Conditioning (IJSC).
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Name: Andrew Langford
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Organization: IUSCA
Website: https://www.iqf-irc.org
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