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Certification Commission

Charge

The Certification Commission advises on policies and practices of certification and certificate programs.

Group Type

Commission

Sponsor

Executive Board

Goals/Responsibilities

Support the administration of ISA’s certificate and certification programs

Composition

7-15 professional members and a chair

All members must agree not to disclose any confidential information.

Selection /Appointment

Appointed by the Executive Board upon recommendation from the outgoing commission.

Term

Terms coincide with Society operating year. Member terms are one-year renewable for up to three consecutive years.  Chair term is one year, renewable for two years.

Expected Commitment

2 hours per month

Roles and Authorities

 

Makes Recommendations to the Executive Board

  1. Certification eligibility requirements
  2. Certification fee structures

Approves

  1. Test development specifications
  2. The passing scores using a criterion-referenced methodology

Monitors

  1. Industry adoption of certifications and certificates

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