MALPRACTICE & MALADMINISTRATION POLICY
Version: 2.0
Effective Date: 16 May 2026
Review Date: 16 May 2027
Responsible Person: Cathy Brown – Director, Boxology® Academy
1. Purpose
Boxology® Academy is committed to maintaining the integrity, fairness and credibility of all qualifications, courses and assessments.
This policy outlines how suspected or confirmed malpractice or maladministration will be managed.
2. Definitions
Malpractice
Any deliberate action or misconduct that compromises:
Assessment integrity
Qualification validity
Certification credibility
Fairness of assessment
Maladministration
Administrative errors or failures resulting in non-compliance with procedures or standards.
3. Examples
Examples may include:
Plagiarism
Fraudulent certification claims
Unauthorised assistance during assessment
Falsification of records
Breach of confidentiality
Failure to follow assessment procedures
Discriminatory conduct
Persistent administrative failures
4. Reporting Concerns
Any suspected malpractice or maladministration must be reported immediately to Boxology® Academy.
Reports should include:
Relevant names
Dates
Evidence where available
Description of the concern
5. Investigation Process
All concerns will be:
Investigated fairly
Handled confidentially
Reviewed objectively
Escalated to awarding organisations where required
6. Outcomes
Possible actions may include:
Additional training
Assessment review
Reassessment
Suspension from courses
Withdrawal of certification
Referral to awarding organisations
7. Whistleblowing
Individuals raising concerns in good faith will be treated fairly and confidentially wherever possible.
8. Contact
Email: info@boxology.academy
Post: Boxology® Academy
Third Space
67 Brewer Street
London
W1F 9US
