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Credentialing Notes
April 2010
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In the News
ASAE's CAE program earns NCCA accreditation, coinciding with the program’s 50th anniversary
(ASAE) The Certified Association Executive (CAE) program has recently been granted accreditation by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) survey shows broad support among Americans for Pharmacy Technician Certification
(HAOA Odnla) A survey released by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) shows that Americans have strong misperceptions about the required qualifications of the people helping pharmacists prepare prescriptions in pharmacies.
How to make sure IT certifications actually matter
(InfoWorld) Has the certification golden ticket become nothing more than fool's gold?
New Jersey approves initiative to expand the number of wound care certified professionals
(PR Newswire) National Alliance of Wound Care® (NAWC®), in cooperation with the New Jersey Hospital Association's Institute for Quality and Patient Safety and the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services announced today that they are sponsoring an initiative to expand the number of wound care certified professionals through the creation of The New Jersey Wound Care Certification Initiative.
Articulating crane operator certification program launched
(FOXBusiness) The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) recently made available its new Articulating Crane Operator (ACO) certification.
Has your doctor's certification expired?
(redOrbit) Patients who use certified specialists are being advised to check their doctors' credentials, as many are nearing a compulsory retesting or expiration date for the first time.
Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) announces new certification maintenance program
(redOrbit) The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) program, a SANS Institute affiliate, is proud to announce new certification maintenance options for all GIAC certification holders.
CCMC receives reaccreditation from the Institute for Credentialing Excellence
(CCMC) The Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) announced it has received reaccreditation through the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE).
ASE ends some truck, machinist certification tests
(SearchAutoParts.com) The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) announced that, effective Dec. 31, it will no longer offer the Truck Aftermarket Brake Parts (P3), Truck Aftermarket Suspension & Steering (P9) or the Engine Machinist (M-Series) tests as part of its certification program.
Personal care credential to boost industry professionalism
(DirectCareAlliance, Inc.) In an ongoing effort to increase professionalism in the direct care workforce, the Direct Care Alliance today announced its national credentialing program for personal care workers (PCWs).
Blog & Social Networking Watch
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Should Certifying Agencies Make More Time for ESL Candidates?
(Credentialing Talk)
Can certificates be required?
(Beyond Certification)
Professional Certification Discussion Group on LinkedIn
Recent topics include: Certification board definitions, online renewal application software, and the ATP exam security survey.
Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE) (formerly the National Organization for Competency Assurance) on LinkedIn
Recent discussions include marketing a job analysis.
Certification Networking Group on LinkedIn
Recent posts include meeting updates, ICE research event, and IACAT call for proposals.
ICE Network Discussion Forum (members only)
Recent posts include insurance for certification programs and ADA documentation requirements.
Events
April 27 Certification Shared Interest Group: Accreditation of Personnel Certifications
April 29 - May 3 NCME Annual Meeting
May 12 ICE Social Media Event for Credentialing Organizations
May 13 Governance Excellence for Certifying Organizations
June 16 Certification Networking Group Meeting
June 27 - 30 SHRM Annual Conference
July 25 - 28 NCSL 2010 Legislative Summit
August 21 - 24 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition
September 15 Certification Networking Group Meeting
September 23 - 25 CLEAR Annual Conference
November 11 - 12 CAC Annual Meeting
November 16 - 19 ICE 2010 Annual Educational Conference
December 15 Certification Networking Group Meeting
November 8 - 11, 2011 ICE Annual Conference
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