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The GIS certification institute (gisc)Professional CertificationSamuel R. LammieGIS Program ManagerMonongahela National Forest200 Sycamore StreetElkins, West Virginia 26241Phone: 304-636-1800 ext 207Email: slammie@fs.fed.usWest Virginia Association of Geospatial Professionals2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WV
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVBackground Urban and Regional Information SystemsAssociation’s (URISA) CertificationCommittee was formed in 1999 GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) adoptedcertification program in late 2003 and ScottGrams is named the Executive Director Program went online on January 1, 2004
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVTerminolgy Certification: A process, often voluntary, by whichindividuals who have demonstrated a level of expertise in theprofession are identified to the public and other stakeholders bya third party. Designed to recognize expertise. Licensure: The granting of a license to practice aprofession. Often regulated by states and indoctrinated inlegislation. Designed to guard against incompetence. (ie WVState Code §30-13A-10 Surveying license requirements) Accreditation: The process of evaluating the academicqualifications or standards of an institution or program of studyin accordance with pre-established criteria. Certificate: An award given to an individual recognizingcompletion of an academic or training program.
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVMember OrganizationsUrban & RegionalInfo Systems AssnFormally endorsed by a number of states (e.g., Oregon and North Carolina)National StatesGeographicInformationCouncilAmerican Assn of Geographers
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVThe Mission of GISCITo maintain the high standardsand integrityof the GIS profession and promoteethical conduct within it.
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVWhy Certify? GISCI reflects a GIS standing and profession GIS professionals are typically trained for and arerequired to apply a diverse set of GIS skills andcapabilities, as part of their primary professional role.Department of Labor considersGeospatial Technologies a highgrowth industry and because of thathas developed a correspondingcompetency model (one of 16 modelsthat are available and is shown here)(http://www.careeronestop.org)/Geospatial Technologyas a Core ToolImpacts everythingfrom navigatingto law enforcementMay 11, 2011 articlein US News & World Report
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVWho Qualifies? GISCI strives to identify and recognize GISprofessionals. GISCI does not look to restrict the use of GIS. Other professionals (surveyors, cartographers,landscape ecologists, etc.) can be GISprofessionals.
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVWhat canCertification Provide?1) Professional recognition program for establishedGIS professionals.2) Means of identification that can be used bycolleagues, employers, the public, and otherlicensed or certified professionals.3) Implementation of a professional code of ethicsthat identifies bad practice and upholds goodpractice.4) Professional development yardstick through initialand recertification requirements.
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVprocess Point-based, self-documented, non-examination systemBased on achievement in three categories:1. Educational achievement2. Professional experience3. Contributions to the professionCurrently there is no exam although GISCI has recentlyproposed a competency-based examination process that willbe integrated in to the certification process in 2014
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVMinimum Category Points Educational Achievement (EDU)30 points Professional Experience (EXP)60 points Contributions to the Profession (CON) Additional (Flex) Points in anyof the three Categories:8 points52 pointsTotal 150 pointsFlex points allows one to make up for a lack in one category withan excess in another (i.e., long on GIS experience, short oneducation)
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WV1. Educational Achievement (EDU)There are three EDU components:1. Credential Points (degrees in any field)2. Course Points (geospatial technology courses &workshops)3. Conference Attendance Points (days spent atrelevant meetings and conferences)
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WV2. Professional Experience (EXP) Tier 1: Analyst, System Design, ProgrammingTypical tasks include database design or management, documentation oranalysis of functional requirements, application design and evaluation,implementation management, and system administration. 25 Points PerYear Tier 2: Data Compilation, Data Maintenance, TeachingTypical tasks include editing data, map composition, report generation,database maintenance, data validation, instructional training, and teaching. 15 Points Per Year Tier 3: GIS UserTypical tasks include utilization of applications involving geospatialtechnologies. Candidates may be involved in managing or coordinating GIS,but not involved in the technical implementation of GIS. 10 Points PerYear
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WV2. Professional experience Applicants must have a combination of at least 4years (48 months) of professional GIS experienceto apply for GIS Certification. If the applicant has met the minimum requirementwith less then 4 years of experience then theapplicant must wait until 4 years of professionalGIS experience is accrued.(contd)
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WV3. Contributions to theProfession (CON) Eight categories of contribution points:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.GIS publicationsGIS professional association involvementGIS conference participationGIS workshop instructionGIS conference presentationGIS awards receivedGIS volunteer effortsOther GIS contributions
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVAdditional Requirements Code of Ethics & Rules of ConductAll accepted candidates must sign the GISCI Code ofEthics. Renewal Every five years Minimum points in each categoryand total since initial certificationGrandfathering provision expired in December, 2008
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVThe Application Review Process The GISCI Staff performs a QUANTITATIVE review todetermine if points documented and added correctly. QUALITATIVE review conducted by the GISCI ReviewBoard. Candidates notified within 2 – 3 months ofacceptance/rejection. Cost of certification is 250. Renewal is 115.WVAGP will pay 50% of the GIS certification or renewalfee for its members who reside or work in West Virginia.WVAGP resolution
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVCurrent GISCI status 4,760 certified GIS Professionals(GISPs) as of April 25, 2011 Currently, 26 GIS Professionalsare certified in the State
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVThank You Any Questions?David DiBiase PresidentSheila Wilson, Executive Director
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVESRI Technical certification
2011 WVAGP/EPAN Annual MeetingJune 14-15, 2011National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, WVESRI Technical certification
years (48 months) of professional GIS experience. to apply for GIS Certification. If the applicant has met the minimum requirement with less then 4 years of experience then the applicant must wait until 4 years of professional GIS experience is accrued.
