Volunteers serving on a certification governing body, commonly referred to as a board or council, perform best when they recognize their roles and responsibilities. That extends to understanding their authority and limitations as well as knowing how their role fits within the certifying organization, how their responsibilities are distinct from any parent or association Board of Directors, and how they should work within best practices and/or applicable accreditation standards for certification programs. The Certification Governing Body Onboarding Toolkit provides a step-by-step guide to developing an orientation and onboarding process for certification governing body members. The toolkit includes a template orientation presentation, checklists, and detailed guidance.