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Supporting UIAA member associations and their training programmes worldwide with standardized qualifications and expertise.
The UIAA Training Commission maintains a record of the ways UIAA member federations train their members to participate in mountain-craft and climbing activities. The Commission formulates categorical qualifications for instructors, substantiating those qualifications with standardized sets of skills and knowledge that should be universally applicable across all cultures and geographies.
Resources & Documents
Essential materials for member associations and aspiring Mountain Qualification Label instructors.
For UIAA Member Associations
Access service descriptions, terms and conditions, and the MQL Handbook for federation training programmes.
- UIAA_TC_Service_Description_2026_Draft.pdf
- 04A_UIAA-MF_Terms_and_Conditions_Draft03.pdf
- MQL Handbook
- Apply through UIAA database (Login)
MQL Pricing
Detailed pricing structure for Mountain Qualification Label accreditation and renewal fees.
View pricingApplication Form
Start your application for UIAA training accreditation through our streamlined process.
Apply nowFor Aspiring MQL Instructors
Resources for expert instructors including terms, conditions, and the application process.
- 07A_Expert_Terms_and_Conditions_Draft03.pdf
- Expert application form (Typeform)
Need Help?
Contact the Training Commission for guidance on qualifications and applications.
Contact usKey Links & Resources
Mountain Qualification Labels
Visit the MQL page for a complete guide to qualifications and courses available across UIAA member federations worldwide.
Explore MQLAlpine Handbook
The UIAA Training Commission supported the creation of the Alpine Summer Skills Handbook.
Access HandbookAbout the Commission
An overview of the UIAA Training Commission, its members, and the work globally.
Learn MoreInternational Database & Maps
Search for qualifications by country and member association. Explore find certified training providers.