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The Power of Systems Thinking to Understand the Total Impact of Credentialing Decisions

October 19, 2022November 1, 2022Roy Swift, Executive Director, Workcred

The Problem: A Complex Credentialing System The United States credentialing system is very complex, involving many types of organizations and governmental agencies (see Figure 1). […]

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The Reality and Potential of Certifications

March 28, 2022April 1, 2022Janet Forte

A new series of reports co-published by Workcred, Corporation for a Skilled Workforce, and the George Washington Institute of Public Policy serves as a resource […]

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How are Certifications Supported by Standards?

January 20, 2022January 11, 2023Roy Swift, Executive Director, Workcred

Standards exist to protect human health, safety, and the environment, as well as to ensure that different products work together. In the U.S. alone, there […]