NICET is exploring options for certification holders to represent their NICET certification electronically. The certification industry calls it digital badging. Potentially the digital badges could replace the approval letters, certificates and wallet cards NICET issues for initial certification, upgrades and recertification.
This new technology allows certification holders additional ways to display and publicize the credentials they hold. This includes email signatures, websites, social media and more. The badges are inked to real time information about the certifications and the rigor of the requirements to attain them. Built in security features reduces the chances of false claims of certification. Plus, certification holders can print a hardcopy certificate any time they need one.
We are excited about the possibilities and believe the potential for qualified individuals to better showcase their accomplishments is definite. We also believe that increased exposure of NICET Certification holders in a consistent verifiable electronic format will improve the recognition of the certification programs. As we move forward additional information will be available on our website and will be communicated via mail and email.