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The NOCA Basic Guide to Credentialing Terminology (PDF file) © 2006 NOCA
Download the NOCA Basic Guide to Credentialing Terminology. This useful guide combines the glossary from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs and The NOCA Guide to Understanding Credentialing Concepts. The intent of this document is to clarify terms that are used in relation to programs that grant formal recognition to individuals or entities during the credentialing process.
The NOCA Guide to Understanding Credentialing Concepts (PDF file) © 2005 NOCA
Download NOCA's latest publication. Despite the widespread use of professional designations, credentialing terms are often misused and general concepts often misunderstood. NOCA developed The NOCA Guide to Understanding Credentialing Concepts to assist its stakeholders, including legislators, educators, employers, credentialing agencies, professionals and the public, in understanding and correctly using credentialing terms and concepts.
NCCA Sample Accreditation Application (PDF file) © 2005 NOCA
Download the NCCA Sample Accreditation Application for free. The guide provides examples of the type of documentation expected to demonstrate compliance with the NCCA Standards for the Accreditation of Certification Programs. Please note that it does not represent the only way to document compliance with the Standards. Each applicant should thoroughly review the documents below. Using the language in this sample is not required for, nor does it guarantee a positive accreditation decision. The sample has three components:
- Completed application
- Sample appendices
- Completed required forms
NCCA Accreditation Application Package
Order a copy of the complete NCCA Accreditation Application Package today. The package includes the following items essential to submitting a complete application:
- NCCA Sample Accreditation Application
- NCCA General Information Brochure
- NCCA Standards of Accreditation
- NCCA Accreditation Application Checklist
- NCCA Accreditation Application
- Frequently Asked Questions
- New NCCA Standards: Applications for Results
- CD from 2003 Annual Educational Meeting)
- Pre-printed Tabs (to organize each section of the application)
All items are shipped in a 4" binder for $150.00. Fax completed order form to 202/367-2165.
Certification Testing on the Internet
A comprehensive overview of how to develop certification examinations using the Internet. The Internet enables a new level of access to test sponsors, test developers and test takers. Included in the monogram are the how-tos of registration, publication, payment, delivery, scoring, and security. Also included is a glossary of Internet and testing terms.
Setting Passing Standards for Performance-Based Certification and Licensure Examinations
The National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA) is pleased to offer this guide to standard setting. Written by experts, this is a must-have for both staff and volunteer leaders of standard setting organizations. This guide begins with standard setting concepts and definitions followed by a summary of major steps that should be taken during the process. Standard setting methods are followed by practical suggestions on selection of standard setting methods and approaches to training judges and improving intrajudge consistency.
Download the table of contents (Microsoft WordTM document - 20k)
Developing a Request for Proposal for Certification Program Services
This step-by-step guide is designed to help readers develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) and manage the RFP process. It provides an outline of the RFP process and templates the reader can use to save time and money when developing a RFP.
Starting a Certification Program (2nd Ed.)
Informational pamphlet including questions and answers on getting started, organizational methods, standards for certifying agencies, and eligibility requirements.
The Business of Certification: A Comprehensive Guide to Developing a Successful Program
By Lenora G. Knapp, Ph.D. and Joan E. Knapp, Ph.D.
This in-depth resource by experiences certification experts covers all aspects of developing and managing a successful certification program, including marketing, business and strategic plans, global certification and transitioning to computer-based testing. Includes a supplementary toolkit of 21 easy-to-use worksheets.
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