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Online Certification Access

By digitizing certification and training administration, the organization improves efficiency and accessibility in skilled trades licensing, because centralized online systems reduce bureaucratic delays and increase participation. This strategy focuses on streamlining access to certification and training through digital platforms, enabling applicants to complete forms, apply for exams, and receive results electronically. It distinguishes itself from broader advocacy or in-person training initiatives by targeting administrative efficiency as a key lever for increasing workforce readiness and compliance in regulated trades like plumbing and backflow testing.

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activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Administering Certification Exams PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Administers journeyman license exams for the City of Phoenix and provides proctors for Continuity and Re-Qualification exams on Saturdays.
  • Administering Certification Exams PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Administers journeyman license exams for the City of Phoenix and provides proctors for Continuity and Re-Qualification exams on Saturdays. It also provides third-party certification for individuals who complete required instruction, pass written and performance examinations, and meet established criteria.
  • Administering Journeyman License Exams PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Administers journeyman license exams specifically for the City of Phoenix.
  • Developing and Distributing Technical Materials PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    capacity building
    Develops and distributes technical materials and information related to backflow prevention, assemblies, devices, and certification.
  • Promoting ANSI Standards and Codes PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    advocacy
    Promotes ANSI Standards and Codes.
  • Promoting Apprenticeship and Journeyman Programs PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    advocacy
    Promotes nationally recognized Apprenticeship and Journeyman training and certification programs.
  • Promoting Industry Standards PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    advocacy
    Promotes ANSI Standards and Codes.
  • Providing Exam Proctors PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Provides proctors for Continuity and Re-Qualification exams on Saturdays.
  • Providing Online Access for Medical Gas Installers PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Provides online access to training applications and continuity forms for medical gas installers.
  • Providing Training Classes PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    capacity building
    Offers training classes, which have experienced full registration capacity.
  • Providing Training Programs and Resources PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    capacity building
    Supports extensive training programs for apprentice and journeyman craftspersons, offers training classes, and promotes nationally recognized Apprenticeship and Journeyman training and certification programs. It also provides online access to training applications and continuity forms for medical gas installers and backflow testers.
  • Providing Training Programs and Resources PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    capacity building
    Supports extensive training programs for apprentice and journeyman craftspersons, offers training classes, and provides online access to training applications and continuity forms for medical gas installers and backflow testers.
  • Public Education and Advocacy PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    advocacy
    Educates the public on the benefits of using qualified, licensed, and bonded contractors and promotes ANSI Standards and Codes.
  • Public Education on Contractor Qualifications PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    advocacy
    Educates the public on the benefits of using qualified, licensed, and bonded contractors.
  • Public Education on Qualified Contractors PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Educates the public on the benefits of using qualified, licensed, and bonded contractors.
  • Supporting Apprentice and Journeyman Training Programs PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Supports extensive training programs for apprentice and journeyman craftspersons and promotes nationally recognized Apprenticeship and Journeyman training and certification programs.
  • Third-Party Certification PIPING INDUSTRY PROGRESS & EDUCATION
    direct service
    Provides third-party certification for individuals who complete required instruction, pass written and performance examinations, and meet established criteria.