The Digital Trust Centre of Excellence (DTCoE) is a vendor-neutral, professional credentialing organisation. It is established to advance research, develop common bodies of knowledge, and provide accredited certification for digital identity and trust services professionals.
DTCoE's credentialing and research activities support the professional development of its members while advocating for ethical best practices, responsible innovation, and the continued maturation of the digital trust profession.
The foundational document governing DTCoE's organisational structure, decision-making processes, and operational procedures. The Bylaws establish the authority and responsibilities of the Leadership Team, committees, and key roles within the organisation.
DTCoE-Bylaws-v1.0.pdf
DTCoE is committed to ensuring that all certification decisions are made objectively and without bias. This policy outlines the structural safeguards, governance arrangements, and oversight mechanisms that protect the integrity of our certification programmes from commercial, financial, or other undue influences.
DTCoE-Impartiality-Policy-v1.0.pdf
Certified professionals are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, competence, and professional conduct. The Code of Ethics sets out the ethical principles and behavioural expectations that apply to all individuals holding DTCoE credentials, along with the consequences of non-compliance.
DTCoE-Code-of-Ethics-v1.0.pdf
Transparency and objectivity are essential to maintaining trust in DTCoE's certification and research activities. This policy establishes requirements for identifying, disclosing, and managing situations where personal, financial, or professional interests could compromise impartial decision-making.
DTCoE-Conflict-of-Interest-v1.0.pdf
This policy governs the ownership, licensing, and use of intellectual property created or contributed through DTCoE activities. It covers certification materials, research outputs, trademarks, and contributor rights and responsibilities.
DTCoE-IPR-Policy-v1.0.pdf
DTCoE is committed to equal access and fair treatment in all aspects of its certification programmes. This policy affirms our commitment to providing certification opportunities free from discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.
DTCoE-Non-Discrimination-Policy-v1.0.pdf
DTCoE expects all interactions with our staff, community, and stakeholders to be conducted respectfully and professionally. This policy defines the standards of conduct expected when engaging with DTCoE and outlines the consequences of abusive, threatening, or unreasonable behaviour.
DTCoE-Acceptable-Behaviour-Policy-v1.0.pdf
The treatment of your personal data and the use of cookies throughout our website are governed by the relevant policy.
This policy establishes how Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits are awarded to contributors engaged in any activity under the core strategic initiatives (i.e. Industry Insight and Competencies and Skills Validation) of the Digital Trust Center of Excellence (DTCoE). It ensures transparency, consistency, and alignment with recognized international standards (e.g.ISO/IEC 17024), as well as requirements of leading professional certification providers, (e.g. ISACA, ISC2).
DTCoE-CPD-Policy-v1.0.pdf