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Official NPA Qualifications

NPA online and in-person training courses

The NPA wants its members to be further recognised for their knowledge, high-quality service and professionalism that we know they have and put into practice. Consequently, we have created specialist online and in-person learning materials for members.


Induction and Refresher Courses

For all those who are new to pawnbroking and anyone looking to refresh their knowledge. The only courses of their type tailored specifically for pawnbrokers and exclusive to the National Pawnbrokers Association.

Induction and Refresher Courses


Certificate in Pawnbroking Excellence

With ever-increasing focus on proof of compliance, it is important to be able to evidence your staff competency and training, and that’s why we have developed this qualification for the profession.

Certificate in Pawnbroking Excellence

Additional accreditations

Further qualifications and accreditations you may find useful:

Continuing Professional Development

The NPA has developed online courses to support new and experienced pawnbrokers and members with continued professional development, which include an Introduction to Diamonds and Pawnbroking Certificate in Diamonds.

NPA eLearning Modules

Banknote Checking Scheme

NPA has joined forces with the Bank of England to become strategic partners, along with the National Crime Agency (NCA) and others, in the fight against counterfeiting.

Banknote Checking Scheme

The Gold Standard

The NPA has teamed up with the Police and other partners to produce a voluntary code of conduct for the face-to-face purchase of second-hand precious metal and jewellery.

The Gold Standard

Secure Storage Scheme

Helping You with Your Business and Helping the Community. Refer to the members page for further information.

Secure Storage Scheme