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Presented by
Anita Castora, CBCP, CRM, IGP
Melissa G. Dederer, CRM, IGP
ARMA Metro NYC Spring WorkshopMarch 11, 2014
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TURBO CHARGE YOUR CAREER:CERTIFICATE VS. CERTIFICATION
• Certificate• A Certificate program consists of a learning event (or
series of events)• Examples: AIIM’s “CIP” and ARMA International’s
“Essentials of RIM Certificate“
• Certification• A Certification program assesses current knowledge
and skills and usually has eligibility requirements• Examples: CRM and IGP
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CERTIFICATES VS. CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATES CERTIFICATIONS
CIP – Certified InformationProfessional
ERM – Electronic Records Management certificate
Essentials of RIM certificate
Essentials of the Generally Accepted Recordkeeping Principles certificate
Professional Leadership certificate
CRM – Certified Records Manager
IGP – Information Governance Professional
CA – Certified Archivist
CBCP – Certified Business Continuity Professional
PMP – Project Management Professional
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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
• Earned professional or trade certification, or professional designation (often called simply certification), that attests to your specific qualifications to perform a job or task.
• Product-specific
• Professional
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BENEFITS
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DOCUMENTS PROFESSIONALISM AND EXPERIENCE
• Certificate• Consists of a learning event or a series of events designed with a specific
learning outcome (for example, seminars and online courses)• Usually do not have eligibility requirements• Usually do not have on-going maintenance requirements• Think of a certificate as a diploma – it is conferred to indicate completion or
finality• Usually do not receive a designation
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DOCUMENTS PROFESSIONALISM AND EXPERIENCE
• Certification• Assesses current knowledge and skills• Usually has eligibility requirements• Usually requires successful completion of exam(s)• Usually has on-going maintenance requirements• Upon passing exam(s), you are awarded a designation (such as CRM or IGP)
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INCREASES VISIBILITY & PROFESSIONAL STATUS
• Preferred and in some cases required
• Demonstrates your level of knowledge and skills
• Shows that you are actively involved in the profession
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GAIN CREDIBILITY & PRESTIGE
• Validates you as a subject matter expert (SME )
• Distinguishes you from others in the profession• Shows you are a polished, established professional
• Shows you are committed to your profession
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SELF MARKETING TOOL
• Toot your horn – you are a SME
• Use for networking yourself – show you are tops in your profession• Update your LinkedIn profile• Tweet - daily• Create a blog – and write in it daily• Post updates and news on Facebook
• Gets the attention of recruiters and employers• More and more companies now require (not just prefer) certifications
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COMMANDS HIGHER POSITION & SALARY
• Position titles (and expectations) are higher (now “Director” instead of “Manager”)
• Since many organization now require certifications, salaries are higher
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:
Certificates
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER: CERTIFIED INFORMATION PROFESSIONAL (CIP)
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:ELECTRONIC RECORDS MANAGEMENT (ERM) CERTIFICATES
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:ESSENTIALS OF RIM CERTIFICATE
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:ESSENTIALS OF THE PRINCIPALS CERTIFICATE
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE
OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:
Certifications
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What
The CRM credential provides a strong foundation of core skills and competencies for the RIM professional.
Benefits
The stellar continuing education requirements ensure that professionals remain current in their skills and competencies and can assist organizations in the deployment of successful RIM strategies; CRMs are well sought after in the market place with current surveys showing a 31% salary increase over non-CRMs
Overview
5 multiple choice exams and then a final essay exam (2 essay questions)
Website: www.ICRM.org
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CRM – INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED RECORDS MANAGERS
OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CERTIFIED RECORDS MANAGER (CRM)
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:IGP – ARMA INTERNATIONAL
What
An Information Governance Professional (IGP) is a person who has earned the only certification that demonstrates he or she has the strategic perspective and the requisite knowledge to help an organization leverage information for maximum value while reducing the costs and mitigating the risks associated with using and governing this important asset.
Benefits
Showcases your information governance expertise ; Brings professional recognition within your network, organization and industry; increases your potential for career growth
Overview
140 multiple choice questions
Website: www.arma.org/r2/igp-certification
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER: INFORMATION GOVERNANCE PROFESSIONAL (IGP)
OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CA - ACADEMY OF CERTIFIED ARCHIVISTS
What
Certified Archivists are practitioners who have demonstrated mastery of the knowledge and experience necessary for modern archival practice and they are dedicated to both enhancing the information services of their institution and preserving its documentary heritage for future generations.
Benefits
Growing standard for employment throughout the US and the world.
Overview
Exam is 100 multiple choice questions
Website: www.certifiedarchivists.org
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CERTIFIED ARCHIVIST (CA)
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CBCP – DRI INTERNATIONAL
What
A CBCP is the most widely recognized and held business continuity certification in the world. CBCPs are professionals that have demonstrated both knowledge and skill in the business continuity/disaster recovery industry.
Benefits
Many career options-salary ranges- success stories
Overview
Exam is online with unlimited time to complete
Website: www.drii.org/certification/cbcp.php
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:CBCP – CERTIFIED BUSINESS CONTINUITY PROFESSIONAL
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:PMP – PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
What
The Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers and is globally recognized and demanded,
Benefits
The PMP® demonstrates that you have the experience, education and competency to lead and direct projects.
Overview
200 multiple choice questions (175 are scored)
Website: www.pmi.org/en/Certification/Project-Management-Professional-PMP.aspx
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OPTIONS FOR TURBO CHARGING YOUR CAREER:PMP - PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
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REMEMBER THAT PROMOTION…
And now for some real life examples!!
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LINKS FOR YOU TO EXPLOREAIIM: www.aiim.org
CIP
ERM (Practitioner, Specialist or Master)
ARMA: www.arma.org
IGP certification
Essentials of RIM certificate
Essentials of the Generally Accepted Recordkeeping Principles certificate
Professional Leadership certificate
ICRM: www.icrm.org
CRM
SAA: www.saa.org and Certified Archivists: www.certifiedarchivists.org
CA
DRI: www.drii.org
CBCP
PMI: www.pmi.org
PMP
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