Certification
 
Continuing Education
(If your company offers training programs to the staffing industry, you may be eligible to become an ASA approved continuing education provider.)
Requirements
To maintain Certified Staffing Professional™ or Technical Services Certified™ designations, certified individuals must complete at least 30 hours of approved continuing education within a prescribed period after the award of their CSP™ or TSC™ certificate and within each period thereafter as specified by ASA. At least six of the 30 CE hours must pertain to employment law.
Download the CE requirements(PDF 34 KB) and Certification Program Rules (PDF 140 KB) for additional information regarding deadlines and the continuing education approval process.
Reporting Continuing Education Credit
CE credits may be earned only by participating in courses or programs that are approved by ASA. Generally these will be educational activities offered by ASA, its chapters, or approved educational providers that are specifically developed for the CSP or TSC programs. However, other programs and activities, such as staffing firm in-house training programs and college courses, may be eligible for CE credit.
You can use ASAPro to submit continuing education credits for coursework completed outside of ASA and ASAPro. Simply click on My Account to log-in and then select CE Submission form under My CE Summary to report any additional completed coursework. You can view a report of your CE credits every time you log-in to ASAPro, taking the guesswork out of maintaining your designation. Updated reports are available on ASAPro 10 business days after your submission.
CE hours may be earned only by participating in courses or programs that are approved by ASA. Generally these will be educational activities offered by ASA, its chapters, or approved educational providers that are specifically developed for the CSP or TSC programs. However, other programs and activities, such as staffing firm in-house training programs and college courses, may be eligible for CE credit.
Opportunities to Earn Continuing Education Credit
ASA Meetings and Webinars
Each year, ASA offers staffing professionals dozens of opportunities to participate in educational activities that qualify for continuing education credit. Staffing World, Capitol Hill Day, and InterAction Webinar attendees have enhanced their knowledge, stayed up-to-date on the latest changes in employment law, and earned continuing education credit to maintain their CSP and TSC designations—all at once. View a list of upcoming ASA educational events.
Chapters
Contact your state or local ASA-affiliated chapter to learn more about upcoming educational programs.
Approved Continuing Education Providers
View the directory of ASA Approved Continuing Education Providers to find contact information for companies and individuals who have been preapproved by ASA to provide continuing education. All staffing industry related programs offered by Approved Continuing Education Providers automatically qualify for continuing education credit for CSP and TSC designations. ACEPs must submit programs covering employment law topics to ASA prior to the program to be evaluated for employment law continuing education approval.
Cost-Effective On-Demand Training
ASAPro provides cost-effective training to aid your professional development by delivering the most current staffing topics right to your computer desktop. You can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
As an individual, you can purchase and access courses from your account for one year from the date of purchase. Access to your course content is available only through your personal account; however, you may extend training to others on staff by allowing them to view the content with you.
Certified individuals who participate in group study sessions may earn continuing education hours toward their recertification. Training managers or supervisors must submit a CE application on behalf of their staff and include a list of certified individuals who attended the training session. Fax completed form(s) to Karen Donald, manager, certification programs, 866-324-2296.
Take advantage of the ASAPro summer sale, from June 1 to Aug. 31, and get industry-specific training at 20% off the regular price. Just enter the discount code SUMSALE09 at checkout. This is an excellent opportunity for you to earn the continuing education hours necessary to maintain your ASA professional designation. Or beat the heat—and your competition—by offering professional development for your entire staff.
ASAPro summer sale prices are $63.96 per course for ASA members (regular price $79.95) and $87.96 per course for nonmembers (regular price $109.95). To receive these rates, enter the discount code SUMSALE09 at checkout.
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. Fax continuing education documents to 866-324-2296.
Certified Staffing Professional™
Staffing professionals make decisions every day that could ensnare their companies, their customers, and themselves in costly legal entanglements. ASA certification programs help minimize legal risks and protect employee rights. The Certified Staffing Professional program reviews the myriad employment laws and rules that affect the staffing industry. Understanding these fundamentals reduces the risk of legal liability for employment law violations by you, your company, and your customers. And it helps ensure that you and your customers—as co-employers—fulfill your obligations and responsibilities to employees.
Contact
Karen Donald
Certification Manager
703-253-2032
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Technical Services Certification
"We TSC certify all staff members working on our technical side and believe this greatly benefits our customers. I have customers that contact me for advice concerning their permanent staff because I have educated them on what my TSC designation means."
—J. David Cepicka, TSC, Principal, TOPS Staffing LLC
Staffing professionals make decisions every day that could ensnare their companies, their customers, and themselves in costly legal entanglements. ASA certification programs help minimize legal risks and protect employee rights. The Technical Services Certified program reviews the myriad employment laws and rules that affect the technical services industry. Understanding these fundamentals reduces the risk of legal liability for employment law violations by you, your company, and your customers. And it helps ensure that you and your customers—as co-employers—fulfill your obligations and responsibilities to customers and employees.
Coming Soon—State-Specific Certification Requirements
In spring 2007, ASA certification programs will include enhanced state-specific employment and labor law requirements for all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia. Preorder your study materials and exam today.
Any technical services firm employee who interacts with customers, candidates, or temporary and contract employees should become a certified professional, especially
- Recruiters
- Customer service representatives
- Sales representatives
- Branch managers
- Staffing firm owners and executives
It’s Worth It
For your company
Avoid legal missteps that could land your firm in court.
Protect the rights of your candidates and employees.
For your clients
Add value to the relationship by demonstrating commitment to your clients.
Help clients comply with their own co-employment obligations and responsibilities.
For yourself
Expand your knowledge of the industry and elevate your professionalism.
Gain recognition for meeting national competency standards.
Contact
Karen Donald
Certification Manager
703-253-2032
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