Certificate Program for the Credentialing Specialist

The comprehensive curriculum is designed for the individual who wants to gain insights into the eco-system of certification  from a program's conception, through its development and delivery, to maintenance and improvement. 

• New to certification? This program provides a foundation of knowledge that can minimize the learning curve required of your new position. Recognition as a Credentialing Specialist will help you to build your resume and differentiate you among your peers.
• Currently working in certification? This program will not only reinforce the fundamentals of certification, but also will help you acquire new skills. By supplementing your specialized knowledge, you will broaden your understanding of the certification program. Recognition as a Credentialing Specialist may help in your growth and promotion to manager or director.
• Managing or directing a certification program? This program will not only reinforce the fundamentals of certification, but also will offer insights into maintaining and improving established programs or adding additional programs.  By supplementing your current knowledge, you will be empowered to guide critical decisions about your program. Recognition as a Credentialing Specialist may also enhance the credibility of your knowledge-base and skill-set in the industry.
• Certification Consultant? This program will influence the strategies you use to conduct a proper needs analysis, realistically project a timeline for implementation, and develop a certification program. Recognition as a Credentialing specialist may also enhance the credibility of your knowledge-base and skill-set in the industry.

Quality Content

The program was developed by leading industry experts using sound instructional design principles. Course topics include:

• Determining the need
• Accreditation standards 
• Program operational management
• Policies and procedure
• Psychometrics
• Exam development
• Governance
• Legal issues

Interactive, Online Format

Over a six-month period, program participants will work through 8 self-paced, online training modules. At the end of each module, participants will take an assessment to measure whether the lesson's learning objectives have been met.