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Credentialing Notes
June 2010
The summer is typically a time for vacations and relaxtion, but remember that the next accreditation deadline for the year is only a couple of months away on September 30, 2010. Start planning now to submit your application or renewal application. Visit the Services page to find out how SeaCrest can help you.
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Janice Moore & Cynthia Allen
SeaCrest Company
In the News
Rand Paul: I passed my ophthalmology certification, but took a stand against the way the board operates
(The Washington Post) Rand Paul has responded to a story in the Courier-Journal on the candidate's history with the American Board of Ophthalmology. The paper reported that Paul was no longer certified by the ABO -- the Paul campaign explains that this was a principled stand, and that he could be certified at any time.
Medical Board Says MDs Cheated
The American Board of Internal Medicine is moving against nearly 140 doctors who it says cheated on the organization's certification exams by seeking out, sharing and in some cases purchasing actual test questions from a board-review company.
(The Boston Globe) At least 200 emergency medical technicians and paramedics in Massachusetts and New Hampshire have been practicing without legitimate certification, paying for fake credentials, rather than receiving medical training, state public health officials said.
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.
For better info security, certify the workforce
(Government Computer News) The need for certified information security professionals is becoming a critical issue for federal agencies.
Woman accused of selling fake CPR certifications
(MySANews) A San Antonio woman has been accused of providing fraudulent first aid certification cards to people seeking employment at child care facilities, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott announced Friday.
Nurse Certification Linked to Job Satisfaction
(EHS Today) Nurses certified in critical care indicate greater satisfaction with their jobs and careers and report higher perceptions of empowerment than their non-certified peers, reports the first national study to examine these issues in tandem.
ANSI and NABET Sign Cooperation Agreement for Development of Accreditation System in India
(ThomasNet) The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), a private non-profit organization that administers and coordinates the U.S. voluntary standardization and conformity assessment system, is pleased to announce the signing of a cooperation agreement with the National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), a constituent of the Quality Council of India. The agreement is intended to promote and facilitate the development of skill standards, personnel credentialing, and an accreditation system in India.
(World News Network) The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has been named the approved accreditor of certification bodies by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for its Information Assurance (IA)Workforce Improvement Program.
Certification key to finding right personal trainer
(Columbia Daily Tribune) Neal Pire, a New York-based trainer and American College of Sports Medicine fellow, recommends looking for trainers with credentials from organizations accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Panel to recommend certifications for cybersecurity workforce
(NextGov) A commission established to advise the Obama administration on cybersecurity issues will release a report with recommendations for establishing a more skilled, abundant cyber workforce in federal government through a certification process.
Why IT certification is a really, really bad idea
(ComputerWorld) The IT certification issue is raising its head again and, at first blush, it seems a good idea. Anybody who has worked in IT has come across the self-proclaimed expert who has an uncanny ability to screw things up.
Bill would tighten regs on advisers
(The Leader) Financial advisers deceiving their credentials to senior citizens would face tough new penalties, under legislation Assemblyman Gary Schaer (D-36) has proposed.
Microsoft vouchers provide free technology training
(The Salt Lake Tribune) Cunningham will get a chance to enhance his computer capabilities as the first Utahn to get a voucher from Microsoft that allows recipients to receive free or low-cost online technology training and certification. The software giant plans to distribute 5,625 vouchers in Utah.
PTCB Certification Required for Pharmacy Technician Employment by Department of Veterans Affairs
(RedOrbit) PTCB today announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requires Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification for VA pharmacy technicians employed at grade GS-6 and above. VA's decision came after formal recommendations from the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs and is reflected in the VA Handbook 5005/15.
Should Doctors Explain Their Board Certification to Patients?
(Health Leaders Media) Jack Bruner, MD, former member of the California Medical Board and a board certified plastic surgeon in Sacramento, CA, insists doctors should inform their patients whether they are board certified, and by which board, "because there is massive consumer confusion as to the qualifications of practitioners, and patients are being hurt because of it."
It's Time for Schools of Education to Embrace New Routes to Teacher Certification
(Los Angeles Times) Let's suppose you have spent your career as a professor at an American education school, training future teachers. Then suppose that your state decided that teachers could get certified without attending an education school at all.
Teacher Beats Student: Teacher Certification not the Answer
(Gather) The teacher was not certified and according to Texas law, did not need to be for her particular teaching position. As disturbing as the incident is, I’m afraid it will raise the wrong concerns regarding teacher certification. Completion of a teacher-certification program does little to determine the moral and ethical character of a teacher, or how he or she might react under high pressure situations in the classroom.
ANSI Marks U.S. Celebration of World Accreditation Day
(ANSI) Each year on June 9, IAF and ILAC invite their national representatives from around the world to mark the occasion with dedicated celebrations honoring the important role that accreditation plays in the global standards and conformity assessment community.
CFA Institute continues to drive international financial standards across the Middle East
(TradingMarkets) CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, announced today that 139,900 candidates from 160 countries have enrolled for the CFA exam in June 2010.
New Pharmacy Regulations Require New Certification
(KIVI TV) Idaho officials are enforcing a new law requiring all pharmacy technicians to be certified by the state.
New Military Public Affairs Credential, APR+M, Set to Roll Out May 26
(PR Newswire) A new credentialing effort providing public affairs and communication certification for military, contractor and Department of Defense public communication professionals begins May 26, 2010.
ICE Call for Awards Nominations
The ICE Board of Directors seeks to recognize those individuals who have demonstrated innovative leadership in the field of credentialing and/or licensure as well as those who have demonstrated leadership in their service to ICE.
(RedOrbit) The CPSO exam focuses on topics such as culture, communication, patient safety goals, sound care practices, and coordination of patient safety-related initiatives.
NABCEP announces new solar certification
(Examiner.com) The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is closer to offering a new certification for professionals involved in the sale of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
(Global Energy Times) Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global leader in safety testing and certification, announced today the introduction of a new program to train and certify installers of photovoltaic (PV) products and systems. The program, available beginning July 2010 through UL University (ULU), represents the first of many the organization will provide for practitioners across a wide range of industries and professions.
PMI Launches Search for New President and CEO
(PR Newswire) Project Management Institute (PMI), the world's leading professional membership organization for project managers, today announced the selection of Korn/Ferry International to assist in recruiting its next President and CEO
Accredited Programs
The following organizations recently received accreditation or accreditation renewal for one or more of their certification programs:
NCCA Accreditation
- Academy of Clinical Research Professionals – Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Research Coordinator
- American Academy of Healthcare Providers in the Addictive Disorders – Certified Addiction Specialist
- American Society of Association Executives – Certified Association Executives
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals – Occupational Health and Safety Technologist, Safety Trained Supervisor, Construction Health and Safety Technician
- Certification of Disability Management Specialists Commission - Certified Disability Management Specialist
- Certifying Board for Dietary Managers - Certified Dietary Manager
- Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- National Board of Certification for Community Association Managers - Certified Manager of Community Association
- National Board for Certification of Hospice and Palliative Nurses - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant, Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Nurse
- National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting - Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified First Assistant
- National Certification Corporation for the Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing Specialties - Electronic Fetal Monitoring, Inpatient Obstetric Nursing, Low Risk Neonatal Nursing, Maternal Newborn Nursing, Menopause Clinician, Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner
- National Council on Strength and Fitness - National Certified Personal Trainer
- Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation - Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist, Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse, Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner, Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse, Oncology Certified Nurse, Certified Breast Care Nurse
- Ophthalmic Photographers' Society, Inc. Board of Certification - Certified Retinal Angiographer
ANSI 17024
- International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners - Certification Examination for Competency in Cardiac Electrophysiology for the Allied Professional, Certification Examination for Competency in Cardiac Rhythm Device Therapy for the Allied Professional, Certification Examination for Competency in Cardiac Rhythm Device Therapy for the Physician
- Vibration Institute - Vibration Analyst
Blog & Social Networking Watch
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In Time TV Discusses Certification vs. Certificates
Certification Prep Course
Comparing Alternative and Traditional Teacher Certification Programs
IT Certification Debate Heating Up
To be or not to be: Certification vs. experience for the network engineer
CRM Certification: When it Does and Does Not Matter
Professional Certification Discussion Group on LinkedIn
Recent topics include cancelation policies for exam fees.
Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE) (formerly the National Organization for Competency Assurance) on LinkedIn
Recent discussions include best practices in writing course evaluation surveys.
Certification Networking Group on LinkedIn
Recent posts include:
ICE Network Discussion Forum (members only)
Recent posts include policies on exam certification courses.
Events
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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