Certification News - Spring 2008 - (Page 7)

certification/news Comparison Between Certification Programs and Assessment-Based Certificate Programs Features 1. A governing body, with representation from the certified population, that is autonomous from other entities, is responsible for oversight of the certification program and oversees all decisions related to certification activities. 2. The content (knowledge, skills, and competencies) of the assessment (test) leading to certification is identified through a formal role delineation study or practice analysis that employs the input of practitioners in the profession or specialty. The content primarily emphasizes professional practice and competencies. It is periodically updated through the role delineation process. 3. The provider of a certification program conducts the program independently of any educational programs. Eligibility requirements for the certification may include completion of educational courses or experiences, but the required education is not provided by the certification provider. 4. The assessment is administered in a standardized manner in a secure, proctored environment. 5. The assessment undergoes regular statistical psychometric analyses, such as estimates of reliability and analysis of the test items to determine difficulty. 6. The passing standard or score required to pass the test is established using a sound method that employs the judgment of stakeholders, such as those who hold the credential and employers. The governing body for the certification program holds the authority to approve the passing score. Statistical methods are employed to ensure that the passing score remains constant across various forms of the assessment. 7. A quality certification is time-limited. To maintain the credential, certificate holders are required to engage in specified activities designed to measure or enhance continued knowledge and competency within the content of the program. 8. Those who have successfully completed the certification program are awarded letters to use after their names to signify they have obtained and maintained the credential. 9. Certified individuals are subject to disciplinary policies, and the credential can be revoked by the governing body for violation of the policies. 10. An appeal process is in place for certification candidates and certificate holders to appeal decisions made by the governing body regarding their certification status. Certification Vo l u m e X X I I , N o . 1 S p r i n g 2 0 0 8 Assessment-Based Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Not required No Yes No Yes May or may not be timelimited Yes No Yes No Yes No 7

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Certification News - Spring 2008 Contents Editor's Message Meet Cyndi Miller Murphy Employer Spotlight CPON® Role Delineation Practice Round CBCN Items Field Test

Certification News - Spring 2008

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