Over the past 90 days, AHVAP leaders have been quite busy evaluating the CVAHP Certification Program and determining how to take the certification to the next level. These activities include:
Extensive Discussions with Certificants
Review of Current Policies and Procedures
Internal Audit of Certification Program using NCCA Standards for Accredited Certification
Formal Gap Analysis
One of the most important things in any great certification program is PEOPLE! The CVAHP certification has a lot to be thankful for, especially the dedication of one of our very own member, Beth Potter. Beth has been a true luminary is championing the certification in even the most resource-limited environment. The AHVAP Certification Center is pleased to announce the new Beth Potter Scholarship which will officially launch in March. This scholarship will fund two certification scholarships each year for the next five years for first-time certification candidates. There will be a formal application process and scholarships cannot be used for retests. The formal application process will launch the first week of March, so stay tuned to your email for more information on this exciting opportunity.
To ensure that there is a clear separation of the AHVAP membership association and the responsibilities of the new AHVAP Certification Center, the following chart has been prepared as part of our new organizational processes:
| AHVAP Association Responsibilities | AHVAP Certification Center Responsibilities |
| Governance: AHVAP Board of Directors | Governance: AHVAP Certification Center Board of Directors |
| Educational Webinars | CVAHP™ Certification Development, Job Analysis, Psychometrics Testing Processes and Exam Maintenance |
| Membership Operations | Maintenance of Certification |
| AHVAP Annual Conference | VIP Continuing Education Concierge Service |
| CVAHP Review and Prep Course | Educational Certificate Program |
The new AHVAP Certification Center Board of Directors will be appointed in March after the Call for Nominations concludes. The inaugural Board of Directors will be led by Karen Niven as Chair and Toni Young as Chair-Elect. The Certification Board is seeking a Secretary, a Public Member, and two Directors at Large for the newly formed Board.
https://form.jotform.com/230291359543154. Applications are due by February 20 at 5 p.m. ET. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
In March, the AHVAP Certification Center will be releasing three new certification marketing tools including:
Certification Guide: For The Public
Certification Guide: For The Employer
Certification Guide: For the Certificant
Just last week, the AHVAP Certification Center announced the launch of the CVAHPä Credly Badge. The AHVAP Certification Center is pleased to announce the availability of new digital certification badges to allow you to showcase your accomplishment. This is provided to you free of charge.
You worked hard to get here, and we have partnered with Credly to provide you with a digital version of your CVAHPTM credential that you can use to showcase what you’ve accomplished.
You will receive an email soon from Credly inviting you to claim your credential. This digital badge will contain information describing your credential and will allow you to easily share your achievement to LinkedIn and other platforms. There is no fee for this service - only added benefits.
What are the benefits of a digital badge?
What happens next?
You’ll receive an email from Credly inviting you to accept your badge.
Click the button in the email.
Create and confirm your Credly account.
Accept your badge and start sharing! Make sure you tag AHVAP in your posts so that we can celebrate you!
Need help? Find a step-by-step tutorial video at this link. We have also included two additional resources to help you maximize the use of your Credly digital badges.
We hope you take advantage of this benefit and enjoy the professional recognition afforded by our badging program. If you have questions, or if you do not receive an email from Credly, please contact us at certification@ahvap.org.
You've worked hard to earn this credential; now it's time to share it with the world!