WHO publishes quality standards for the WHO Academy's learning offer

15 October 2026

The World Health Organization published 'WHO Academy quality standards: leading lifelong learning for a healthier world' on 14 October 2026. The document sets out the quality standards for the WHO Academy's learning offer. According to WHO, the standards ensure that the WHO Academy's learning offer upholds WHO values, principles and evidence-based approaches. They cover course design and delivery, including inclusive and accessible content, instructional design, and assessment and award mechanisms. The document runs to 24 pages and carries the WHO reference number B09490.