The big news from SHRM HQ on Monday was the announcement of the creation of a new certification program for HR professionals. What happens to current professionals who hold PHR/SPHR/GPHR certification? While SHRM indicates they will support the PHR and SPHR certification until January 2015, many chapters are already planning programming for the 2015 year. Why announce now? MORE

You know I’m a fan of certification and the benefits it can bring to your career. But once that certification is done you have that teensy, minor detail of getting 60 credit hours in order to recertify every three years. General Certification Free Resources HR Certification HRCI Recertification For free. Over the Web. From the comfort of your home or office. MORE

Wouldn’t it be great if recruiting were like baking? A few cups of experience, a tablespoon or two of technical know-how, a dash of just the right certifications. How easy it would be to fill positions if you could Weird Science your way to the perfect candidate. Ask yourself: Are you having trouble getting candidates to fill out your applications ? Like this? Then you’ll love…. MORE

Lapsed certifications and unmet compliance deadlines cost businesses millions of dollars each year in fines and penalties – a large percentage of which could be avoided with the right certification tracking system. An automated certification tracking system would have eliminated input errors and created a robust notification system for deadlines. Take Company A as an example. MORE

Aurico is proud to announce that it has met the standards for "Green Business" Certification. Aurico''s commitment to developing and implementing polices for a safer and healthier world has enforced their leadership in creating innovative ways to introduce sustainability. Dedication to a paperless environment by building the award-winning WebACE™ Screening Platform. Awards Industry News MORE

Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. Every year companies face the challenge of managing their employee’s certifications and training requirements. View the infographic below to learn the Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. To learn more about Certification Tracking: Request a Certification Tracking demo. MORE

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently completed a review of the Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). The GAO’s review included an assessment of OFCCP’s supply and service scheduling process, its compliance review process, and its outreach and technical assistance. Compensation Compliance Affirmative Action Workplace Discrimination MORE

Whether or not certifications have value is a back-and-forth argument that’s been going on since before Novell launched its CNE program in the 1990s. Developer David Bolton recently incited some discussion of his own when he wrote an article for Dice Insights entitled, “5 Reasons Certifications Aren’t Worth It.”. Certifications Get You Noticed. Certifications Are Expensive. MORE

Over the past few years, the premium paid by employers for specific tech skills and certification types has varied wildly, driven in large part by shifting market conditions. and Canadian employers reported in the  IT Skills and Certifications Pay Index. IT Certifications: Market Value Gainers. IT Certifications: Market Value Decliners. CompTIA Server+. CompTIA Network+. MORE

But certification inflation is becoming a big issue for tech firms, according to a new TEKsystems survey of more than 300 tech leaders and 900 tech professionals. The TEKsystems survey found that just 26 percent of respondents always or often verify certifications. Tech] workers should understand where the value of certifications is greatest—in the hiring stage,” Hayman continued. MORE

Since the Great Recession ended seven years ago, the premium that employers are willing to pay for specific tech skills and certifications has swung wildly from one quarter to the next, like a yo-yo. IT Certifications: Market Value Gainers. Collectively, the 77 information and cybersecurity certifications tracked by Foote Partners have outperformed all other categories, rising 4.4 MORE

How Tracking Certifications with Spreadsheets Can Shut Down Your Business. How many certifications does each employee need? In order to avoid litigation and fines, your business will need to utilize a program that will track certifications and notify you when it is time to recertify. Many companies try to use spreadsheets, such as Excel, to keep certifications up to date. MORE

Google just introduced a certification that may apply to your shop. The form for certification asks lead developers to list (among other things) the size of their team, their training history, and much more. What’s in it for companies that meet the requirements for certification? The post Google’s New App Agency Certification appeared first on Dice Insights. MORE

Many of you may know me as the person who talks about HR certification more than anyone else on the Internet. No, not the value in the certification, but in the value of the commitment to long-term improvement. Last year SHRM used its “pathway” to allow those of us with current certifications to simply click a few buttons and get our SHRM certification. MORE

Having one or more certifications sounds pretty sensible in today’s world, doesn’t it? But is the argument for spending lots of time and money to earn a certification as ironclad as it seems? I’m arguing “no,” and here’s why. Recruiters sometimes have trouble determining a developer’s degree of technical experience, and so insist upon certificates or tests to judge abilities. MORE

12, 2015) – WorkForce Software®, the leading cloud-based provider of enterprise workforce management solutions, today announced details of its newly launched partner certification program. Certified Partners to Bring Benefits of Time, Scheduling, and Leave Automation to More Organizations Around the Globe LIVONIA, Mich. 2015 EmpCenter Partners MORE

Many people are finding they need to expand their skills and knowledge with continued education, many by earning certificates. Certificates are an integral part of the education system today, coming before a degree, as an addition to a degree, instead of a degree, or as an addition to an earlier certification. percent of associate degree earners had a prior certificate. MORE

Why Bother with Certifications? With all the changes occurring in health IT which are moving at an exponential rate, in many cases it’s very important to [differentiate yourself from others] with a certification in a body of knowledge,” Klinedinst said. With applicants who are very close, certifications definitely make a difference.” However, that’s not always the case. MORE

As might be expected, the Society for Human Resource Management made sure its HR-certification effort, announced roughly two years ago, received a healthy dose of air time this week at its SHRM 2016 conference in Washington. In addition, he said that roughly 84,000 took part in the pathway certifications in 2015. SHRM currently has testing windows in the spring and winter.). MORE

This blog is part of a special series providing insights into HR certification. Look for a follow up article discussing HR certification options for our profession. In the HR profession, one of the most talked about, debated about and argued about topics over the last couple of years has been the topic of HR Certification. Since SHRM has announced their competency based certification in 2014, lines have been drawn and caused an (in my opinion) unnecessary furor. The profession must have a certification program. Biggest Fear of an HR Certification Program. MORE

The HR certification landscape is now complex, political and often times confusing for practitioners. Just last week HRCI announced their new aPHR certification for entry level or college student professionals. I can’t imagine what newbies feel like as they begin researching HR certification programs and testing. HRCI and SHRM Certification Program History. PHR-CA. MORE

This blog is part of a special series providing insights into HR certification. Look for a follow up article discussing HR certification options for our profession. . There isn’t much debate anymore about the value of HR certification, but there is some confusion about which certification organization to choose. What is the Benefit of Human Resources Certification? MORE

One way to prove you have the skills is through certifications. While different companies offer all sorts of certifications, the biggest cloud-computing platform out there is Amazon Web Services (AWS). Before diving into AWS certifications , remember a vital point: these aren’t easy to get. Earning AWS certifications isn’t easy, but it will be worth it in the end. MORE

One of his comments was powerful, and I thought it deserved to be repeated here because I talk about certification quite a bit. If your certification is only about getting hours and credits, get the heck out of this profession. sbrownehr #SHRM15 — Ben Eubanks (@beneubanks) June 30, 2015 If your certification is purely about getting recertification hours, having letters after your name, and trying to use that as a way to get credits, then you’re wasting your time and your organization’s time. How has your certification helped you? Go ahead and leave. MORE

favorite in the world of recognition is the award certificate. Certificates are classic, effective, and with the right language and design, they can even be fun! Read on for five tips for a seamless presentation: Say it with style – A good award certificate includes all of the pertinents: the award winner’s name, achievement, and date of award. One way is to use superlatives. MORE

For these jobs, certificates may be the appropriate education. The economic value of certificates is the subject of debates, and looking at broad general data can be misleading. Certificates in fields that pay low wages will offer little economic return. However, certificates in technical fields that require applied technology and advanced skills offer high economic returns. MORE

Which certifications provide the biggest bang for your buck? While some key IT certifications can boost your career , you shouldn’t ignore the ROI that comes with certification programs that focus on non-technical standards and skills. Here are five that can add weight to your résumé and wallet: Project Management Professional Certification. Job Hunting Certifications MORE

Certification Management Nightmares. Certification management is crucial for businesses across a multitude of industries, yet the administrative upkeep is a nightmare. These are just a few of the serious consequences businesses and employees can face when certifications are out of date or when managing those certifications is overwhelming. Hefty fines. Lost clients. MORE

One of the most popular posts I’ve written all year was dedicated to the HR certification decision facing today’s HR pros. decided to take it a step further and reach out to some people to discuss the behind-the-scenes pieces of the HR certification world. Today’s interview is with Amy Dufrane, CEO of the Human Resources Certification Institute. MORE

Certification Management Nightmares. Certification management is crucial for businesses across a multitude of industries, yet the administrative upkeep is a nightmare. These are just a few of the serious consequences businesses and employees can face when certifications are out of date or when managing those certifications is overwhelming. Worse yet, the pilot, maintenance tech, and/or airline may be prohibited from renewing their certifications in the future. Visit our Certification Tracking page. Request a Certification Tracking demo. MORE

Since then, SHRM has developed a certification that aligns with the competency model. In my role as a SHRM special expertise panel member and as one of the initial item writers for the SHRM certification exam, I had the opportunity to hear an update about the certification program during this year’s SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas. Every profession has competencies. MORE

I must admit, when  SHRM announced that it was going into the certification business  last year, I was one of many who were skeptical, even feeling deceived, disillusioned, and dissatisfied that the organization responsible for promoting the HR profession had so blatantly shown its real intent. The real intent, that is, of self-promotion and self- preservation. more…). MORE

Which IT certifications pay the most? CIO.com has a breakdown of the other top-performing certifications, which include GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), Infosys Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP/CISSP), and Microsoft Certified Architect (MCA). Beyond that, it’s fairly easy to see why some of these certificates are so capable of boosting pay. TOGAF 9 (15 percent). MORE

Unless you are a HR professional living under a rock, the topic du jour(s) will be the new SHRM certification being introduced.you won''t be able to escape it. Vegas has put better odds of snow occurring during the four days in Orlando than Hank Jackson NOT discussing certification during the opening session. HRCI #shrm14 certification living wage Orlando sleep wage theft MORE

HRCI & SHRM Certification from Our Perspective We had a great time at this year’s SHRM annual conference and EXPO in Orlando. Here are my reactions and tips for navigating this important announcement and change to HR professional certifications over the next several months. Your current certification is valuable, well-known and established. Tip for SHRM. Why not? MORE

In the wake of the HuffPost Top 100 Most Social HR Experts list , and the significant number on the list who do not have HR certification , was a comment made by one of those top 100 members: As a recruiting practitioner I really see no value personally or professionally in being a SHRM member or gaining a certificate. HRCI #SHRM certification PHR research SPHR MORE

Certifications can help a tech professional on the hunt for a new job stand out in a sea of qualified candidates. And it’s not just about getting hired: recent studies have shown that certifications in security, development, and other fields can translate into substantial pay premiums for current employees. The costs related to earning a new certification can prove quite high. MORE

What are this year’s most sought-after skills and certifications? Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-Level 3). Other valued certifications included: PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP). The post Most In-Demand Skills and Certifications of 2016 appeared first on Dice Insights. Working in Tech Certifications SalariesCompTIA A+. MySQL.NET. MORE

Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. Every year companies face the challenge of managing their employee’s certifications and training requirements. View the infographic below to learn the Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. To learn more about Certification Tracking: Request a Certification Tracking demo. MORE

Perfect attendance may have merited a certificate in grade school, but often this same mentality can be subversively encourage burnout and discourage time off. In the United States, 53% of workers say they are burned out and overworked. Why so many? You don’t have to look too far to find the cause — in the same study, 41% planned on not using their allotted vacation days. This is bad. Yikes! MORE