The importance of credentialing What is Credentialing Credentialing
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The importance of credentialing
What is Credentialing? Credentialing is the process of establishing the qualifications of licensed professionals, organizational members or organizations, and assessing their background and legitimacy.
Why should I be concerned with credentialing? • Potential Earnings • In some cases is required • Is a legal professional standing • Keeps one active/current in profession
Education as a credential and potential earnings
Obtain the credential then. . . ? Credentialing is a continuous process. • Certification via education and exam • Continuing Education -conference attendance -seminars, webinars -formal presentations -advanced degrees -publishing -mentoring -field work -re-examination
What are some typical credentials for Professional Recreation? Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certified outdoor Leader – WEA Certified Pool Operator…. Event Planning… Camp director…. Ropes course Certification… SCUBA Instructor
Who gives credentials? NCTRC…. . www. nctrc. org/ NRPA …. www. nrpa. org/Content. aspx? id=412 Certified outdoor Leader – WEA www. weainfo. org/en/cms/? 139 Certified Pool Operator…. www. nspf. org/CPO_Courses. html Event Planning… http: //useventguide. com/event_planner_certification_program. html Camp director…. www. acacamps. org/education/bcdc. php Ropes course Certification… www. prcainfo. org
