Guest post by Ryan Costello, Event Farm
As the competition for jobs heats up and the need to learn new skills increases, professionals are seeking ways to distinguish themselves from the competition. Certificate programs and certifications are the answer to many of the challenges facing young and seasoned professionals, as well as employers — and they give your association a steady stream of non-dues revenue.
Certifications bring in application, prep course, exam, and renewal fees. Plus, certified professionals need to find their education somewhere—why not from you?
You are in the best position to help your members manage their lifelong learning journey. You can help them track their educational history and credits. Even better, you can provide the certifications and certificate programs they (and their employers) need. However, to do so successfully and efficiently, it is critical to have the proper technology tools in place to streamline your certification and accreditation programs.
#1. Certification Management Software. Whether your Association Management Software (AMS) offers Certification management or you have a third-party system that integrates with your AMS, it is important to have a flexible solution that empowers your staff to manage and track these programs.
#2. Member Portal. Allow individuals to self-serve by uploading documents, self-report CEU credits, register for exams, print certificates and transcripts, view their CEU credits, and see the status of their certification applications.
#3. Learning Management Software. For any online learning programs, ensure your Certification Management solution easily integrates with your LMS to import exam scores and have all program information in one place.
#4. Event Tracking Technology. For any offline educational opportunities, such as breakout sessions and keynotes at conferences, leverage event technology to check attendees in and out of CEU eligible sessions.
Professional development is empowering. Your association should be the one who facilitates this transformative experience for your members and others in your professional community.
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