Designation Validation List

Confirm an NCSO® or NHSA™ designation.

This tool lets you verify whether someone holds a current NCSO® or NHSA™ designation issued through ACSA. To search, you'll need the individual's ACSA student ID, which appears on their designation certificate.

Keep in mind: this list only includes designation holders who have been certified through ACSA and have chosen to opt in. If a search returns no results, it doesn't necessarily mean the person doesn't hold a valid designation — they may simply not be listed.

If you need to confirm a designation and don't find results here, contact our Designation Support team directly at 1-800-661-2272 or ncso@youracsa.ca.

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Designation holders: managing your listing

Only current designation holders in good standing are eligible to appear on this list. Opting in or out is entirely your choice.

To opt in or out, email your request to info@youracsa.ca.