"One of my early New Year's resolutions is trying to be pointed (even critical) without being offensive or unconstructive when needed. Some times I'm more successful that others :) Thinking through this a bit more, I see two possibilities for ISMA to consider: 1. If serious about continuing to use the concept of certification, get in touch with folks from ASAE who can help guide the conversation in a direction that adheres to what the NCCA considers a rigorous certification process. And if ISMA needs intros to the right folks at ASAE, please let me know. 2. Offer a certificate to certification process model. Everyone begins in the certificate program. This seems to be what ISMA is currently offering right now with their eight week program. It's simply training that ends with a certificate. Then, ISMA creates a true credentialing program for those who wish to become certified. At the end of the certification program, they will need to complete standards-based testing to receive their..."
- Chris Bailey
i feel unbalanced when i see good content coming from a known huckster..its snake oil flavored cognitive dissonance