General FAQs
- Why is NIGP building a new learning and credentialing system? What challenges are you trying to solve?
- What is the purpose and guiding principles that are driving NIGP's learning and credentialing system?
- What data is driving NIGP’s decision?
- What is the NIGP learning system?
- Who developed the content?
- What modes of delivery are available?
NIGP Certificate Program
Level 1: Competency Badges
- What is a competency badge?
- What are the benefits of competency badges to the professional as well as the CPO or public service manager?
- Are there requisites or barriers for earning a badge?
- How do I receive the badge?
- What is a digital badge?
- What does it cost to earn each badge?
Level 2: Core Certificates
- What is the value of a certificate?
- What is a Core Certificate?
- Who decides what competencies are stacked into a certificate?
- Are there requisites or barriers for earning a Core Certificate?
- Do I need to take a separate assessment in order to attain the Core Certificate?
- If I have previously taken a NIGP course which has a corresponding competency in pathways, will I need to retake the course?
Level 3: Designations
- What is the value of a Designation?
- How is a designation earned?
- Who decides what certificates are stacked into a designation?
- Are there requisites or barriers for earning a designation?
- Do I have to take an examination in order to earn a designation?
- What does it cost to receive the designation?
Specializations
- What are specializations?
- What is the value of specializations?
- What are some examples of a specialization?
- Who decides when specializations should be offered?
- Are their requisites for earning a Specialization?
- Do I need to take an assessment in order to earn the Specialization?