Steve, I understand that. Perhaps I stated it incorrectly. The classes that I took were for a certificate at WSU. However, it was my understanding that they were also useful in preparation for the CRM tests as well.
Sylvia
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From: Steve Whitaker <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thu, 11 Sep 2014 20:45:45 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Re: Controlling entry to the profession
Sylvia, a professional certification (CRM, IGP) is different than a
certificate documenting completion of a series of courses.
Best regards, Steve
Steven D. Whitaker, CRM, IGP
On Thu, Sep 11, 2014 at 2:03 PM, Sylvia Bly <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Hello, everyone!
>
> I graduated from Wayne State University with my MLIS, with a concentration
> in Special Libraries. I also acquired the Records Information Management
> Certification at the same time. I entered the program initially when I
> went to an ARMA meeting in Detroit back in 2008-2009, where William LeFevre
> spoke about the now-discontinued RIM certification at WSU.
>
> The classes I took were:
>
> LIS 6780 Introduction to Records & Information Management (Professor
> Gearhart)
> LIS 6800 IT: Records & Information Management (Professor Gearhart)
> LIS 8500 Advanced Records & Information Management (Professor Jones)
> LIS 7695 Practicum: Records & Information Management (with Sue Gerrity,
> President, ARMA Detroit)
>
> These classes were required to obtain the certification, and it was
> intended that they assisted the student in working on the CRM, as well as
> granting the certification.
>
> However, to answer the question, I think the two professions parallel very
> closely. It all depends on what material you are working with. As for
> certification, I don't think it is limited, but rather enhanced.
>
> My .02 cents...
>
> Sylvia Bly
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