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ANSI Accreditation

InfoComm CTS Certification Program and ANSI Accreditation

InfoComm is pleased to continue the growth in recognition, acceptance, and availability of the audiovisual (AV) professional Certified Technology Specialist (CTS®) certification program that is recognized worldwide as the leading AV specialist credential. The InfoComm CTS, CTS-Design (CTS-D) and CTS-Installation (CTS-I) certifications are accredited through the International Organization of Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) ISO/IEC 17024 certification of personnel as administered in the United States by American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This accreditation achievement is the culmination of a multi-month process to verify compliance with requirements outlined in the internationally accepted standards for assessing personnel certification programs (ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024) and for the operation of accreditation bodies (ISO/IEC 17011).

Many exciting changes have taken place with InfoComm Certification as enhancements are continuously made in the development, recognition, and resulting value of the CTS credentials both within the U.S. and worldwide. InfoComm's leadership established the InfoComm independent Certification Committee, composed of professional audiovisual volunteers to guide and administer all aspects of the CTS certification program. Computer-based exams are provided at professional testing centers worldwide. The exam development and delivery process is continually under review and improvement utilizing subject matter experts under the guidance of professional exam development experts, which enhances the level of credibility and defensibility of the CTS credentialing program. The agreement to abide by the CTS Code of Ethics and Conduct is now part of the initial application and an Ethics and Disciplinary Committee investigates violations, issues sanctions as warranted, and publishes sanctions on the InfoComm website.

Here are some commonly asked questions about the ANSI accreditation and the validation of the CTS credentials by attaining the ANSI accreditation.

  1. What is ANSI?

    • ANSI is an internationally recognized certifying body. See www.ansi.org/.

  2. What does the accreditation mean?

    • This means that the CTS programs have been scrutinized by a neutral outside third party using the ISO/IEC 17024 standards and have been found to be a valid measurement of performance. The CTS designations are truly a proven, reliable, professional credential.
    • Professionals who pursue an ANSI-accredited certification credential will benefit from recognition across state and national jurisdictions.

  3. Why does this matter?

    • Candidates and employers alike can now be assured that, with ANSI’s independent verification of the CTS Programs (CTS, CTS-D and CTS-I), the certifications meet the highest professional standards of examination development and administration.

  4. What are some of the benefits of ANSI accreditation?

    • Visibility for unique program expertise, qualifications, and integrity
    • Confidence from consumers, industry, and government agencies
    • Mobility for certified personnel
    • Continual quality improvement via benchmarking and peer-based assessments
    • Marketplace distinction and advantage
    • Regulatory dependability

  5. How do I get certified?

  6. How can I find out more about the ANSI accreditation?

InfoComm Certification Program Contact Information
InfoComm International, Attn. Certification Office
11242 Waples Mill Rd., Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 22030
1.800.659.7469 or +1.703.273.7200;
+1.703.691.2756 Fax
certification@infocomm.org
www.infocomm.org

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