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Aaron Wolowiec

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The certification conundrum

Aaron Wolowiec

Whether it’s for prestige, a salary bump or a resume builder, people from all industries seek out certification programs. But the question is, should your association offer certification programs? It’s tempting to jump on the certification bandwagon but first, it’s important to conduct research. And lots of it.

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What will 2016 bring for associations?

Aaron Wolowiec

The demand for knowledge will continue to grow this year, specifically the focus on certification programs. In fact, Abila predicts certification revenue will surpass membership revenue in 2016. For many members, certification has greater perceived value and affords a significant career edge that mere membership can’t provide.

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Survey says: Most of us are lifelong learners

Aaron Wolowiec

Perhaps of special interest to associations, 36 percent of the workforce sought education for a license or certification. Filed under: Associations , Learning , Professional Development Tagged: certification , conventions , Learning , lifelong learners , MOOC , Pew Research Center , Professional Development , report , study , technology.

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Survey says: Most of us are lifelong learners

Aaron Wolowiec

Perhaps of special interest to associations, 36 percent of the workforce sought education for a license or certification. Filed under: Associations , Learning , Professional Development Tagged: certification , conventions , Learning , lifelong learners , MOOC , Pew Research Center , Professional Development , report , study , technology.

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The growth spurt continues for associations

Aaron Wolowiec

More than 30 percent of associations offer certification of some kind. Filed under: Associations , Marketing , Professional Development Tagged: 2016 Membership Marketing Benchmarketing Report , associations , certification , continuing education , marketing , Marketing General Inc. So what does this mean for the future?

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Life goes on…and so does learning

Aaron Wolowiec

As a result, certification programs, assessment-based certificate programs, digital badging and competency-based education are likely to be areas of significant growth for continuing education and professional development providers.”. That said, associations should capitalize on technology, not shy away from it.

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Associations play an important role in higher education

Aaron Wolowiec

CBE creates opportunities for digital badges, certification and micro-credentials to visually demonstrate ongoing growth and professional development for adult learners who seek career opportunities and advancement without waiting for completion of a terminal degree as the only signal of qualifications for employment. Try it all.

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