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Credentialing Notes
April 2009
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In the News
ABMS Adopts Changes to Certification Standards
(American Medical News) The American Board of Medical Specialties in March announced it approved a uniform set of standards for adopting new elements to maintenance of certification programs.
Bogus medical certifications: AG investigating sale of bogus medical certifications to doctors
(Courant.com) Attorney General Richard Blumenthal today announced an investigation -- and issued an urgent warning to doctors and consumers -- involving the sale of bogus medical board certifications. Blumenthal began an investigation after receiving a complaint from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), one of the largest nationally recognized certifying boards for doctors.
Alternative teacher certification programs do not meet expectations
(Physorg.com) What began in the 1980s as a possible way to relieve teacher shortages and improve instructional quality in areas such as mathematics and science, alternative teacher certification programs (ATCP) have become a widespread strategy used in almost every state. In a new study, University of Missouri researchers have found that ATCPs, which are designed to allow industry professionals to become certified teachers, may not be meeting initial expectations and some experience in a learning profession seems to predict better teaching in schools.
ANCC and WGU to Partner on Use of Nurse Credentialing Exams
(FOXBusiness.com) Western Governors University and the American Nurses Credentialing Center have agreed to work together on a pilot program that will evaluate the use of ANCC's Nurse Executive Certification examination as the exit exam, the final milestone required for successful completion of WGU's master's degree in Nursing Leadership and Management.
The Employment Value of Multiple Certifications
(BankInfoSecurity.com) "Jobless recovery." That's one term used by observers to describe today's economy. It means that the economy is slowly improving, but without the corresponding growth in hiring and new job creation. To stand out in the hiring process, then, IT pros must seek out not just one, but multiple professional certifications to specialize and bolster their resumes, says Brian R. Schultz, a Senior Board Member (ISC)² who holds these certifications: CISSP-ISSMP, ISSAP, CISM and CISA.
Teachers Wanted
(Laurel Leader-Call) While the state faces a teacher shortage that is anticipated to get worst, one education group is working to attract more people to the field. The American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence conducted a Teach & Inspire Scholarship Program information meeting in Laurel to inform and encourage residents to consider a teaching career.
'Fit' to be Certified
(Chattanooga Times Free Press) With money tight, consumers might be looking for a way to decide which personal trainers truly deserve their pay. Checking a prospective trainer’s certification can help you decide.
NOCA Standard 1100: “Certificate” vs. “Certification”
(IAQCouncil.org) Many holders of private, IAQ-related credentials may be surprised to learn that according to one of the premier standards setting bodies in the industry, their credentials are not actually certifications.
ANA & ANCC wish a Happy Certified Nurses Day to all board certified nurses
(SmartBrief) Certified Nurses Day is celebrated every March 19 on the birthday of Margretta "Gretta" Madden Styles, the mother of nurse credentialing. CND is an annual day of recognition and celebration of board certified nurses and the contributions they make to nursing.
Progress toward a National Medical Interpreter Certification Continues with Establishment of Independent Governing Board and Certification Web Site
(Business Wire) In a continuation of the efforts by the International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA) and Language Line® University to launch a joint National Medical Interpreter Certification, the two industry leaders, along with third-party supporters, today announced the establishment of the “National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters” to provide independent oversight for the certification process.
Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nurses Society Focuses On Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders
(SOA World Magazine) With a majority of its nurses nearing retirement age, the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN) Society is urging its members to respond to a new calling this April - training the next generation of WOC nurses.
Red Hat Marks 10 Years of Linux Certifications
(TMCnet.com) Red Hat reportedly celebrated the tenth anniversary of its Red Hat Certified Engineer certification, which reportedly has cleared 38,000 professional RHCE’s across the globe to administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
Accountant Program Gets NCCA Accreditation
(WebCPA) The Accredited Business Accountant credentialing program has earned accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Loss Mit Association Creates Certification Program
(MortgageOrb) The National Loss Mitigation Association (TNLMA) has launched a certification program to set standardized policies, procedures and a code of ethics for loan modification and loss mitigation specialists.
How to get more from your IT certifications
(Network World) For a number of years, I've worked with various technology companies and organizations to help them develop and promote their certification programs. I thought I'd share some of my insider knowledge about how to get the most out of your IT certifications. Let's call this "Linda's List of Best Practices to Benefiting from IT Certifications."
Blog Watch
If you have a blog you would like us to list here, please e-mail us.
Social Networking Sites - Share Your Tips
(Credentialing Talk) Certification programs are using social networking sites to enhance communication among their certificants and help them create a “human” touch with other professionals in the same industry.
The Real Dirt on BrainDumps and the CCNA
(Certification Integrity) Braindumps are questions and answers taken from exams or other tests that have been copyrighted for purposes of protecting Confidential or Trade Secret Information and distributed for purposes of cheating or profit. They are mostly illegal, widely available on the Internet, and accessed every day by candidates who are hoping to gain an edge and get a sneak preview at the questions they are going to see on the exam.
Standard Practice for Certificate Programs Released!
(Beyond Certification) It's been a long time in coming but I'm finally thrilled to announce that the new American National Standard for certificate programs has just been released by ASTM International.
Events
April 28 MCQ: The Fifteen Fatal Flaws
May 12 Utilizing the Media in your Marketing Plan
May 13 - 15 Performance Testing Council Summit
May 26 Utilizing the Media in your Marketing Plan
June 30 Performance Tests: Why You Need One, How You Can Develop One
July 28 Linking Strategic Planning to Budget Management: A Formula for Innovation and Success
August 5 - 8 National College Testing Association Annual Conference
August 15 - 18 ASAE Annual Meeting
September 10 - 12 Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation Annual Conference
October 28 - 30 CAC Annual Meeting
November 18 - 21, 2009 NOCA Annual Educational Conference
Careers
Certification Networking Group
Job Announcement - Certification Director, American Nurse Educator Certification Program
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