Who are the International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)?

ICD is a division of CGFNS International. It is recognized globally as an expert in the field of international education. Established in 1977, ICD performs credentials evaluation services for physical therapists, certified public accountants, massage therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, teachers and real estate agents. ICD uses the most relevant data available for credentials evaluation comparability through its membership in the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) and participation in NAFSA: Association of International Educators activities, and from sources such as the Institute of International Education (IIE) and the America-Mideast Educational and Training Services (AMIDEAST). A provider of world-class education evaluation services for 30 years, ICD is aware of the importance of its reports to the future and professional careers of its clients.

Why do I need ICD’s services?

ICD was created to evaluate educational credentials from outside the United States for further education, immigration and employment. ICD’s range of experience includes evaluations of credentials of professionals and students from more than 70 countries worldwide.

Who uses ICD?

Candidates such as physical therapists, certified public accountants, massage therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, teachers and real estate agents, as well as immigration attorneys, governmental agencies, colleges and universities, professional licensing boards and private organizations make use of ICD services.

Is ICD a member of NACES?

Yes. ICD is a charter member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). This is the only organization which serves the purpose of maintaining standards of foreign credential evaluations. Members voluntarily agree to uphold the standards of the profession.

What services does ICD provide?

ICD performs two types of evaluation, 1) the General Statement Credentials Evaluation and 2) the Course-by-Course Credentials Evaluation. We have specific evaluations for Veterans Affairs nurses, physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, massage therapists, occupational therapists, real estate agents, teachers, pharmacists and certified public accountants. These reports are used to support individuals in obtaining further education, employment and immigration visas, and in the case of health care professionals, licensing and certification.

How are evaluations prepared?

Please go to http://www.icdeval.com/evaluation/default.shtml to each specific credentials evaluation in the navigation menu under CREDENTIALS EVALUATION and APPLICATIONS on ICD’s website.

Who benefits from ICD services?

ICD’s credentials evaluation services will benefit candidates applying for employment, admission to academic programs, further education, certification or licensure in the United States, or to support an immigration application to the United States. ICD does credentials evaluations for the following areas:

• Business administration
• Business management
• Computer programming
• Computer science
• Engineering
• Doctor of medicine
• Medical technology
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Respiratory therapy
• Speech and hearing science
• Teacher certification
• Many others

What are the requirements for an ICD evaluation?

Required documents are found at www.icdeval.com/required.shtml. Instructions are found at http://www.icdeval.com/evaluation/default.shtml.

Does ICD accept faxes?

No. Documents need to be sent by postal mail or courier, correspondence can be sent through email, postal mail or courier.

What is the difference between ORIGINAL and OFFICIAL documents?

Both are from the educational institution with the proper seal/stamp in an official envelope

• ORIGINAL — sent to the applicant
• OFFICIAL — sent directly to ICD

How long does ICD keep my documents?

All documents and a copy of the evaluation are retained in your file for at least three years.

What should I do if I need extra copies of my evaluation?

If you need duplicate copies, please send us a written request by email or postal mail. Include the address where you wish to have the evaluation sent and the fee listed at http://www.icdeval.com/fees.shtml.

How long does an evaluation take?

Evaluation times vary according to the amount of time it takes to receive all the documentation from source agencies. Once all required documents are received, an evaluation typically takes about eight to ten weeks.

If ICD completes a physical therapy evaluation for me, does this mean I will be licensed?

No. When the state board receives a completed evaluation, they decide if an applicant meets their requirements for licensure based on the information included in the evaluation.

If I am licensed as a physical therapist in one state, does this mean that I will be licensed in other states?

Licensure in one state does not guarantee that you will be licensed in another. Each of Physical Therapy state board has its own requirements for licensure.

Will the U.S. college I plan to attend transfer all the academic credits?

Some of your credits may not transfer to a degree program at a particular university or college. Each college and university in the United States has different requirements for obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

Who do I contact if I have questions about my application?

Our ICD Customer Care staff, available from 12:30pm to 3:30pm (U.S. Eastern Time) Monday through Friday, can answer any questions you have about your application. For information about the ways to contact ICD Customer Care Center, go to http://www.icdeval.com/about/contact.shtml.