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John P. Lapotaire, CIEC
Specialty certification programs are a benefit to consumers and professionals alike.
Certifications with a narrow focus are the best way for professionals to explain their expertise to potential customers – and the best way for consumers to find experts who can help them. Specialty certifications give specific information about skills and experience that broad, industry-wide designations cannot duplicate.
Whether you are a professional or a consumer, look for specialty certifications that match your needs – you’ll be connected with the right people in no time!
Did you know? All decisions to award an ACAC certification are made by unanimous agreement of a board of expert industry volunteers. No paid staff members participate in ACAC board-awarding decisions at any time. Currently, more than 100 industry experts serve on ACAC certification boards.
Charlie Wiles, executive director
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