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FungarisINTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MYCOLOGY
Quality & accreditation
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Quality

Quality you can check, and a certificate that says what it is

We think quality in online education comes from who teaches, how groups are run and how work is reviewed. Here is how we approach each of those, and an honest explanation of what a Fungaris certificate is.

How we safeguard quality

Working professionals as teachersOur teachers work in the field they teach, so content reflects current practice rather than outdated manuals.
Small live groupsGroups are kept small so every participant can take part, ask questions and receive individual feedback.
Reviewed final projectsEvery programme ends with a project reviewed by teachers. It is the main evidence that learning objectives have been met.
Syllabus reviewProgramme content is reviewed to keep it up to date and to place each topic on the right horizon: established, emerging or frontier.
Student feedbackWe ask students for feedback on modules, teaching and the campus, and use it to adjust programmes and support.
A structured virtual campusRecordings, readings and exercises are organised on the Moodle campus so you can revisit material whenever you need.

What the Fungaris certificate is

When you complete a programme and your final project is approved, you receive a Fungaris certificate. It states the programme, the level (course, diploma or master) and the school it belongs to. It shows that you followed a structured, live-taught programme and produced a reviewed piece of work.

It is a useful record for employers, clients, collaborators and your own portfolio, especially in a field where structured training is still rare.

What the certificate is not

Fungaris is a training institute, not a university. Our certificates are not official university degrees, and we do not claim accreditations we do not hold.

Certificates are issued by Fungaris; accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and the local regulations of each country. If you need recognition for a specific purpose, such as a regulated profession, public employment or continuing professional development in your country, check with the relevant body before enrolling. We are happy to provide programme details to support that conversation.

The certificate is also not a licence: it does not authorise activities that require a permit, for example in food production, foraging for sale or health-related practice.

Questions about quality and recognition

Who reviews my final project?

Teachers from the programme review it and give you feedback before the certificate is issued.

Can my certificate count towards other qualifications?

That depends on the institution and country. Accreditations are assessed according to the training completed and local regulations.

How do you choose teachers?

We look for professionals with real practice in their field and the ability to teach live in small groups.

What if I have a concern about a programme?

Write to info@fungaris.institute. Feedback is reviewed and used to improve programmes.

Questions about recognition?

Tell us what you need the certificate for and we will help you understand your options.

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