Mickie Rops, a widely regarded certification expert and advisor, answers your questions about certification and provides detailed guidance on how to decide if your organization should create such a... More > program. What are the credentialing options? Which is right for your organization? How do you conduct a feasibility analysis? How do you write a business plan? How do you set up the governance structure? What staffing do you need? These are just a sampling of the questions you'll get answers to! Contains must-have information and advice not found anywhere else in print.< Less
Mickie Rops, a widely regarded certification expert and advisor, answers your questions about certification and provides detailed guidance on how to decide if your organization should create such a... More > program. What are the credentialing options? Which is right for your organization? How do you conduct a feasibility analysis? How do you write a business plan? How do you set up the governance structure? What staffing do you need? These are just a sampling of the questions you'll get answers to! Contains must-have information and advice not found anywhere else in print.< Less
Mickie Rops, a widely regarded certification expert and advisor, answers your questions about certification and provides detailed guidance on how to decide if your organization should create such a... More > program. What are the credentialing options? Which is right for your organization? How do you conduct a feasibility analysis? How do you write a business plan? How do you set up the governance structure? What staffing do you need? These are just a sampling of the questions you'll get answers to! Contains must-have information and advice not found anywhere else in print.< Less
A primer and reference for volunteer leaders and staff in certification. If you’re new to the certification role, you’re likely realizing this is a responsibility unlike any other... More > you’ve had. Certification is a complex topic. There’s a lot to learn and the stakes are high.
Readers will learn the certification essentials, like:
What’s the difference between certification, certificate programs, licensure and accreditation?
What are the steps to developing a quality certification program? (what’s a job analysis? what are test specs?)
What are the key legal issues and how do we avoid them?
What are the key certification concepts and testing terms I need to know?
What are the industry standards for certification programs?
Where can I go for more training or information?< Less