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    Smart Credentials

    Smart credentials are aligned to industry job roles within NIMS repository of Smart Standards. Performance requirements for credentials classified as "Smart" follow our Performance Measure (PM) policy. The main objective of our PM policy is to enable the usage of customized performance assessments using a systematic development process to ensure alignment to our industry standards.

    Classic Credentials

    Classic credentials are aligned to NIMS traditional standards. Performance requirements for credentials classified as "Classic" follow our Project and Credentialing Achievement Record (CAR) policies. These policies require credentialing candidates to satisfy standardized performance assessments.

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    Customized PM Approval

    Customized PMs must be presented to NIMS for approval during an online meeting.

    To prepare for your presentation:

    1. Identify actual or simulated workplace activities that demand all duties within the standards for the role.
    2. Identify tasks associated with the activities and how you will measure success or failure for these tasks.
    3. Define the resources required to facilitate the activities as an assessment.
    4. Schedule an appointment to present your PM to NIMS.

    NIMS provides technical support for PM development. For support or to schedule your presentation, please contact NIMS: 703-352-4971