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Financial Planning Standards Board Reports Record Number of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Professionals Worldwide

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Personal finance, Professional certification in finance, Economy, Finance, Money, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Certified Financial Planner, FPSB, CFP, Professional certification, Financial plan

Denver, Colorado, Feb. 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Financial Planning Standards Board Ltd. (FPSB) , owner of the international CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER certification program outside the United States, reported another year of growth for the global CFP certification program in 2019, as the total number of CFP professionals worldwide rose to 188,104.

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  • Denver, Colorado, Feb. 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Financial Planning Standards Board Ltd. (FPSB) , owner of the international CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER certification program outside the United States, reported another year of growth for the global CFP certification program in 2019, as the total number of CFP professionals worldwide rose to 188,104.
  • Financial Planning Standards Board is pleased to see continued strong interest among financial advisors and financial planners in pursuing CFP certification, the global symbol of excellence in financial planning, said Noel Maye, CEO of FPSB.
  • By December, FPSB had increased the number of CFP professionals in India by 26%, adding 402 new CFP professionals for a year-end total of 1,915.
  • FPSB manages, develops and operates certification, education and related programs to benefit the global community by establishing, upholding and promoting worldwide professional standards in financial planning.

(ISC)² and NTT-AT Expand Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Cloud Security Workforce in Japan

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
CCSP, (ISC)², Certified Information Systems Security Professional, NTT, Cloud computing, Professional certification, Digital technology, Computing, Information and communications technology

Now recognized as an Official Training Provider ( OTP ) of (ISC)2, NTT-AT offers public training on the official Certified Cloud Security Professional ( CCSP ) Common Body of Knowledge (CBK), helping to strengthen cloud security capabilities of organizations throughout Japan.

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  • Now recognized as an Official Training Provider ( OTP ) of (ISC)2, NTT-AT offers public training on the official Certified Cloud Security Professional ( CCSP ) Common Body of Knowledge (CBK), helping to strengthen cloud security capabilities of organizations throughout Japan.
  • The CCSP certification will also be required for certain security roles within NTT-AT.
  • While the first two CCSP classes are taught using English courseware, the first Japanese-language CCSP courseware will be available for training in June.
  • In addition to cultivating advanced security experts, NTT-AT is focused on developing highly value-added security services and related products in order to support NTT Group's businesses.

(ISC)² Cloud Security Certification Exam Available in Japanese

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
(ISC)², CCSP, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Professional certification, Education, Academic disciplines

Additionally, the first Japanese-language CCSP courseware will be available for candidates preparing for the exam in June.These translation initiatives recognize the importance Japan plays in cybersecurity, combating cybercrime and the demand that exists there for cloud security skills.

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  • Additionally, the first Japanese-language CCSP courseware will be available for candidates preparing for the exam in June.These translation initiatives recognize the importance Japan plays in cybersecurity, combating cybercrime and the demand that exists there for cloud security skills.
  • Organisations such as NTT-Advanced Technology (NTT-ATT) are further reinforcing the need for more certified cloud security professionals in their own company by requiring the CCSP certification for certain security roles.
  • (See related announcement: (ISC) and NTT-AT Expand Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Cloud Security Workforce in Japan )
    To learn more about the CCSP certification, please visit: https://japan.isc2.org/ccsp_about.html and to schedule an exam, please visit https://www.pearsonvue.co.jp/Clients/ISC2.aspx .
  • Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, (ISC) offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, pragmatic approach to security.

Medical Science Liaison Society Launches First-Ever Professional Board Certification for Medical Science Liaisons (MSL) and MSL Leaders

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Monday, February 24, 2020
Medical science liaison, Pharmaceutical industry, MSL, Professional certification, Certification, Articles, Academic disciplines

RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Medical Science Liaison Society (MSL Society), the only 501c3 non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to the global medical science liaison (MSL) profession, announced today that it has launched the first-ever professional board certification for Medical Science Liaisons (MSL) and MSL leaders.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Medical Science Liaison Society (MSL Society), the only 501c3 non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to the global medical science liaison (MSL) profession, announced today that it has launched the first-ever professional board certification for Medical Science Liaisons (MSL) and MSL leaders.
  • The Medical Science Liaison - Board Certification (MSL-BC) program, which has been in development for the last several years, is an effort to set industry recognized standards for the MSL profession.
  • The MSL Society hired a certification industry testing leader to help launch a credible program based on international certification standards.
  • The Medical Science Liaison Society is the primary global resource for MSL professionals.

Sapphire Digital Achieves HITRUST CSF® Certification to Manage Risk, Improve Security Posture and Meet Compliance Requirements

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Monday, February 24, 2020
Data management, Health, Technology, Practice Management, Managed care, Software, General Health, HITRUST, Certification, Professional certification

HITRUST CSF Certified status demonstrates that Sapphire Digitals SmartShopper, CareSelect and MEG solutions have met key regulations and industry-defined requirements and are appropriately managing risk.

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  • HITRUST CSF Certified status demonstrates that Sapphire Digitals SmartShopper, CareSelect and MEG solutions have met key regulations and industry-defined requirements and are appropriately managing risk.
  • This achievement places Sapphire Digital in an elite group of organizations worldwide that have earned this certification.
  • The HITRUST CSF Certification validates our company-wide commitment to protecting consumer health care data above all else.
  • By taking the steps necessary to obtain HITRUST CSF Certified status, Sapphire Digital is distinguished as an organization that people can count on to keep their information safe, said Jeremy Huval, Chief Compliance Officer, HITRUST.

Cotiviti Completes HITRUST CSF® Certification Across Core Healthcare Solution Portfolio

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Monday, February 24, 2020
Data management, Health, Security, Technology, Practice Management, Managed care, Software, HITRUST, Professional certification

In reaching this milestone, the company has now achieved HITRUST CSF Certified status across its core healthcare solutions in payment integrity, risk adjustment, quality improvement, and performance analytics.

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  • In reaching this milestone, the company has now achieved HITRUST CSF Certified status across its core healthcare solutions in payment integrity, risk adjustment, quality improvement, and performance analytics.
  • By achieving HITRUST CSF certification across our core healthcare solutions, Cotiviti is demonstrating this commitment while setting the standard for data security, said Cotiviti chairman, president, and chief executive officer Emad Rizk, M.D.
  • Cotiviti is at the forefront of healthcare analytics, leading the industry in creating a longitudinal repository that improves the quality of healthcare while reducing cost.
  • HITRUST CSF Certified status demonstrates that Cotivitis solutions have met key regulatory requirements and industry-defined requirements, and that they are appropriately managing risk.

CeriFi names veteran professional education solutions senior leader Matthew Given as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, February 20, 2020
Professional certification, Standards, Atlanta

ATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CeriFi , a leading provider of education solutions for the financial services sector, has named experienced professional education senior leader Matthew Given as chief executive officer, based in Atlanta.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CeriFi , a leading provider of education solutions for the financial services sector, has named experienced professional education senior leader Matthew Given as chief executive officer, based in Atlanta.
  • In his new role, Given will lead CeriFi's portfolio of training and certification companies, including Dalton Education, Money Education, Keir Financial Education and PassPerfect, and the Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists (ACFCS).
  • Given offers more than 20 years of experience in professional education and technology roles, initially as a teacher before quickly moving into management and senior management roles.
  • Prior to joining CeriFi, Given spent the last 10 years in C-level positions within education technology businesses.

Clark Construction Achieves Fitwel Certification in Offices Nationwide

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Thursday, February 20, 2020
Professional services, Health, Other Construction & Property, Fitness & Nutrition, Human resources, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, C. & J. Clark, Street, Somerset, Clarks, Professional certification, Companies, Clark Construction Group, Fitwel and the Center for Active Design

As a Fitwel Champion, Clark implements Fitwel best practices in order to better support the health and wellbeing of its employees.

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  • As a Fitwel Champion, Clark implements Fitwel best practices in order to better support the health and wellbeing of its employees.
  • In addition to leveraging the Fitwel platform for its own offices, Clark also serves as a knowledgeable advisor to clients based on firsthand experience with the Fitwel certification program.
  • We are proud to recognize Clarks industry leadership through Fitwel certification of their workplaces nationwide, said Joanna Frank, president and CEO at the Center for Active Design.
  • Clark Construction Group, LLC is one of the nations most experienced and respected providers of construction services.

SANS Announces its Return to Austin for the Most Comprehensive Pen Test Training Event of the Year

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security trainingand certifications, today announced SANS Pen Test Austin 2020 taking place April 27 May 2 in Texas.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security trainingand certifications, today announced SANS Pen Test Austin 2020 taking place April 27 May 2 in Texas.
  • This expansive concentration of Pen Test training features a uniquearray of intensive pen testing courses across varying levels of experience and specialization.
  • Renowned SANS instructors teach over 60 different courses at more than 200 live cyber security training events as well as online.
  • GIAC, an affiliate of the SANS Institute, validates a practitioner's qualifications via over 35 hands-on, technical certifications in cyber security .

84% of Employers find Cybersecurity Certifications that align with Military Job Roles as the Gold Standard for Hiring

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Education, EC-Council, Professional certification, Academic disciplines

The CCISO is an industry-leading certification that helps prepare professionals to succeed in the highest level of information security.

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  • The CCISO is an industry-leading certification that helps prepare professionals to succeed in the highest level of information security.
  • During the polling, IT employers were asked which industry certifications they believe employees should possess and 44% said the Certified Chief Information Security Officer certification.
  • These certifications can help prepare professionals to stay one step ahead of cyberattackers," said Kevin Wilhelmsen, dean of the College of Business and Information Technology.
  • Founded in 2001, EC-Council employs over 400 people worldwide with 10 offices in USA, UK, Malaysia, Singapore, India and Indonesia.