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Standard for Medical Face Masks, ASTM F2100-20
ANAB Online Accreditation-Related Training: Options for Learning from Home
Colored electric wires defined by CSA C22.1

2021 Canadian Electrical Code Released

January 26, 2021January 26, 2021Brad Kelechava

The 2021 Canadian Electrical Code, otherwise known as the CE Code or CSA C22.1-2021, has been released. National Electrical Codes Electricity powers the world, but […]

Smart businesswoman getting credentials in the different forms of certifications and certificates.

The Difference Between Certification and Certificate

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021Phillip Mariscal, Manager of Accreditation, Validation and Verification

Many people use the terms certification and certificate interchangeably. While both recognitions fall under the category of a credential, they differ significantly. Therefore, individuals, particularly […]

Former freestyle snowboarder overlooks sunset for backcountry action following the decline in attendance and participation.

The Decline of Snowboarding

January 20, 2021January 20, 2021Brad Kelechava

During a 1979 Snurfer competition, Jake Burton Carpenter participated with a variant of his own design, winning the race, inventing snowboarding, and shifting the landscape […]

Book with resources pouring out in preparation for certification.

Education & Training Support to Prepare for Certifications

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021Isabel Cardenas-Navia

Certification bodies provide broad access to materials, education, and/or training for certification exam preparation, ranging from endorsed curriculum delivered by postsecondary higher education institutions to self-study guide to online courses.

Response that most certification bodies have seen an increased demand for certifications during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Demand For Certifications Increasing During Pandemic

January 13, 2021January 27, 2021Isabel Cardenas-Navia

Survey data showing that demand for certifications is increasing due to the pandemic is consistent with what is seen with other credentials. This data strongly suggests that individuals and employers see certifications as a pathway to new and/or continued employment.

Masked engineer getting hands-on experience in the ANAB Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Program (IRAP).

Value of the ANAB-IRAP Program

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021Evelyn Nash, Manager of Accreditation, Credentialing

In September 2020, ANAB was approved by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship as a Standards Recognition Entity (SRE). This approval enables ANAB […]

Examples of insights gained by linking data sets from credentialing bodies, US census, etc.,

Certification Bodies are Well-Positioned to Link Data and Deepen Understanding of ROI of Certifications

January 11, 2021January 15, 2021Isabel Cardenas-Navia

Survey data shows that certification bodies are ready to participate in linking their administrative data with other administrative data, in terms of already collecting data or being willing to collect additional data needed for accurate data matching.

Patient undergoes red light of PET scan and CAT scan technology refurbished to IEC 63077 medical imaging requirements.

Good Refurbishment Practices for Medical Imaging Equipment

January 6, 2021January 6, 2021Brad Kelechava

The medical industry follows a pattern of continuous advancement to meet patient needs, with innovations in medical technology plentiful at almost any point in time. […]

Using silver carabiner to follow ANSI/ASSE Z359.1-2020 (ASSP) fall protection code.

ANSI/ASSP Z359.1-2020: The Fall Protection Code

January 5, 2021January 5, 2021Brad Kelechava

ANSI/ASSP Z359.1-2020 – The Fall Protection Code has been released. This standard specifies minimum guidelines for the processes, systems, and components used in a managed […]

Blue circuit board being checked via IPC A-610H-2020 acceptability of electronic assemblies defect and problem testing.

Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

December 22, 2020December 22, 2020Brad Kelechava

“This is unacceptable!” is something you might howl at your computer in frustration. However, there is a clear set of acceptability criteria for electronic assemblies. […]

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