Survey found that 12 states have certification requirements for directors of special education. A table outlines the requirements for each of the 12 states. (RT)

Complete reports from the Manpower, Certification, Professional Education, and Media Support Personnel Committees at the 1970 DAVI Convention in Detroit. (LS)

Discusses the pros and cons of seeking accreditation of nurse practitioner programs as well as the controversial issue of certification for nurse practitioners. (JOW)

Expresses concern about the lack of common definition and apparent unfamiliarity in the psychological literature regarding licensing procedures of psychologists in different States. (Author/GC)

Describes a University of Florida program which provides classroom instruction and practical experience leadinq to certification as an echocardiographer, one of the newest fields in medical technology. (SK)

This article summarizes in tabular form the U.S. and Canadian programs for classification of water and wastewater treatment plant personnel. Included are main characteristics of the programs, educational and experience requirements, and indications of requirement substitutions. (CS)

Reports on data on broad field science endorsements collected from the State Science Supervisors. Findings indicate that 61% of the responding states have one or more broad field science endorsements. Reveals tremendous diversity in the grade levels and subjects covered by broad field science endorsements and the names for these endorsements. (27…

Examined national data on firearm suicides and accidental deaths for 15- through 19-year-olds from 1955-1979. Considered improved accuracy in determination and certification of suicide in equivocal firearm deaths, actual increases in rate of firearm suicides, or combination. Data support hypothesis of certification changes as primary factor…

Discusses the National Board for Certified Counselors' (NBCC) National Counselor Examination (NCE) which has become important in the counseling profession because of its critical role in NBCC's counselor certification process. Presents data from six previously administered minimum-criterion score forms of the NCE and discusses implications of…

Examines certification and licensing of librarians in the United States and Canada from the perspective of differences between the two concepts and through historical analysis of applications of each. A contextual framework for studying applications of these concepts to other professions is provided. (nine references) (MES)

A review of 12 characteristics of a profession shows that technology education professionals are involved with all of them, most actively in service orientation and knowledge based on scientific theory. (SK)

The Child Development Associate formula for certifying entry-level care providers, a blend of the two competencies that dovetails with parental initiative, is a valuable legacy of Head Start. Based on a demonstrated proficiency at working with young children, the credential offers a comprehensive model for developing high quality caregivers.…

Evaluated trends from 1977-87 for nursing home administrators in education, internship, professional examinations, and reciprocity requirements. Makes recommendations in areas of professional adequacy, reciprocity, and uniform minimum 12-week administrator training program. (Author/ABL)

Provides brief history of certification in rehabilitation counseling by focusing attention on significant milestones achieved in the development of the certification process. Provides current description of Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), along with discussion of recent innovations, current certification process, and…

The advantage of trainer certification is that it assures employers that a trainer will perform to an agreed-upon standard. However, instructor certifications address only the most straightforward piece of training. Certifying complex parts of the job would require assessment and observation that would be difficult to administer. (JOW)