Accreditations and Official Recognition
Choosing a language school in Italy means making an important investment of time, energy, and money.
For this reason, official accreditations and external recognition are key indicators of reliability, professionalism, and academic quality.
At Team Lingue – International House, our Italian language programs are recognized and accredited by the national Ministry of Education, esteemed international organizations, and professional associations, ensuring transparency, quality, and consistency across all our schools.
Why accreditations matter when studying Italian
Accreditations are not just logos or formal titles; they are also a testament to quality.
They guarantee that a school:
- meets recognized academic and organizational standards;
- employs qualified and trained teachers;
- follows transparent assessment criteria;
- is regularly inspected by independent bodies.
For students, this means peace of mind, real value, and measurable learning outcomes.
MIM – Ministero dell’Istruzione e del Merito (Italy)
IH Team Lingue is officially recognized by the MIM – Ministero dell’Istruzione e del Merito, the Italian Ministry responsible for education and academic standards.
This recognition (Presa d’Atto) confirms that:
- our Italian courses comply with national educational requirements;
- our programs are academically valid and transparent;
- our teaching staff is appropriately qualified.
It represents a fundamental institutional guarantee for international students studying Italian in Italy.
International House World Organisation (IHWO)
IH Team Lingue is part of the International House World Organisation, one of the most respected international networks of language schools.
Being an International House school means:
- passing rigorous external inspections;
- meeting strict academic and ethical standards;
- investing continuously in teacher development;
- guaranteeing consistency and quality across all locations.
International House schools are inspected regularly, both in person and online, ensuring that students enjoy the same high-quality learning experience wherever they study.
AISLI – Associazione Italiana Scuole di Lingue
IH Team Lingue is also a member of AISLI, the Italian association that brings together the most qualified language schools in Italy.
AISLI membership guarantees that:
- Italian is taught as a foreign language by specialists;
- teaching methods are innovative and effective;
- teachers hold recognized professional qualifications;
- schools comply with a strict professional code of conduct.
AISLI regularly inspects member schools to ensure compliance with quality standards and the Student Bill of Rights.
European quality standards and professional ethics
Through AISLI membership, IH Team Lingue adheres to internationally recognized principles of quality and transparency in language education.
These principles include:
- serving the interests of language learners;
- promoting linguistic and cultural diversity;
- encouraging professional development;
- supporting openness, fairness and professionalism.
This guarantees a modern, ethical, and learner-focused approach to teaching Italian.
Università per Stranieri di Perugia
Team Lingue maintains strong academic links with the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, a leading institution in the teaching of Italian as a foreign language.
This connection is reflected in:
- teacher qualifications;
- alignment with academic research;
- preparation for recognized teaching and language certifications.
Many of our teachers hold university-level certifications specifically dedicated to teaching Italian to foreigners.
Recognition by international education authorities
Our Italian courses are also recognized by several international education and funding bodies, allowing students from different countries to study with financial or institutional support.
- Bildungsurlaub (Germany)
IH Team Lingue is accredited for Bildungsurlaub, allowing German employees to attend Italian courses as part of their paid educational leave.
- CSN (Sweden)
Our courses are recognized by CSN, enabling Swedish students to apply for study loans for their Italian language programs.
- Lånekassen (Norway)
We are also recognized by Lånekassen, the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund.
These recognitions confirm the academic validity and organizational reliability of our courses at an international level.
Professional associations and certification bodies
Team Lingue is also associated with professional organizations that promote excellence and transparency in the language services sector:
- Federlingue – Association of Italian language service providers
- LanguageCert – International certification organization
- IALCA – Network of language consultants and agents
These memberships underscore our dedication to professionalism, ethical standards, and exceptional service.
Accredited quality across all our Italian schools
Accreditation as a continuous commitment
For IH Team Lingue, accreditation is not a one-time achievement, but an ongoing responsibility.
It means:
- continuous quality monitoring
- transparency in course information
- respect for students’ learning goals
- constant improvement of teaching and services
This commitment ensures that students benefit from a professional and effective learning experience.