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The Association?s Pursuit for Relevance: What Role Do Certifications, Certificates and Micro-Credentials Play?

Blue Sky eLearn

First of all, by structures , I am specifically referring to the guiding standards for credentialing within any profession or industry, as they often dictate what learning formats and mechanisms are required and/or acceptable. Let’s define some of the key concepts within the credentialing industry.

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The Great Reshuffle: The Certifications Opportunity You need to Capitalize On

Membersuite

In this reshuffle, your association is in a prime position to offer certification programs to professionals working in and entering your industry. Why Certifications Are More in Demand Than Ever. I find it really interesting that during the pandemic, enrollment in short-term credential classes increased by 70%.

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Twelve Association Scholars Named to ASAE’s 2022-2024 DELP 2.0 Class

AssociationChat

WASHINGTON — ASAE has announced the selection of 12 scholars for the 2022-2024 Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) , the first class since the DELP program was redesigned to better align with ASAE’s new strategic framework and Conscious Inclusion strategy. The 2022-2024 DELP class includes: Jonathan Adams. June 14, 2022.

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Learning Pathways: How to Fill Your Industry’s Skills Gap

WBT Systems

A learning pathway is a designated route through online classes, courses, and other educational programs that is designed to help someone achieve a learning goal, for example, prepare for a specific career or update skills. Upon the completion of a learning pathway, the student receives a digital badge, certificate, and/or certification.

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How to Promote the Value of Credentials to Individuals & Employers

Membersuite

Many of MemberSuite’s customers, which I’ve been fortunate to work with to implement their credentialing needs in the last six years, knew the importance and value of these types of programs early on—that’s why we created a highly configurable certification management solution as part of our baseline offering. Program content (i.e.

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Four easy ways to boost member appreciation and increase retention

Nimble AMS

The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Research Study found that the top four reasons members join an association are networking prospects, job opportunities and career advancement, continuing education to earn certifications/credentials, and training courses. Networking prospects. Your members want to make professional connections.

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Virtual: A Day in the Life - Training Specialist

Virtual

I’ve been a Training Specialist at Virtual for five-plus years, I’m part of a team that manages the coordination and administration of the Global Certification Programs for one of our largest clients, a security standards council for the payment card industry. 2) WHAT IS MOST EXCITING ABOUT YOUR ROLE?