Obtaining the Institute for Credentialing Excellence’s (I.C.E.) Certified Credentialing Professional (ICE-CCP) certification is an important milestone for many in the credentialing industry, as it recognizes that a certificant has the knowledge, skills and abilities in multiple areas of the credentialing profession.

In part three of our Q&A series with members of the inaugural cohort of ICE-CCP certificants, I.C.E. Publications and Editorial Committee member Steven Garner, PMP, CAE, ICE-CCP, chatted with Ibi Layi-Ojo, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, ICE-CCP, to understand why this certification means so much to her and what others can learn from her test-taking experience.

Click the links to view part one and part two.

What attracted you to pursue the new ICE-CCP certification?

I pursued the ICE-CCP certification because I was excited to obtain a certification in credentialing. Throughout my 12-year career in credentialing working with other professions, I have longed for a certification in this field of work. Even though I have obtained multiple certifications over the years, the ICE-CCP is extra special because it provides the opportunity to demonstrate competence in my chosen profession.

How did you prepare for taking the exam?

I studied the content outline for the exam to understand the scope of information that would be tested. Then I brushed up on the topic areas by studying the I.C.E. Certification Handbook. It was a very useful resource.

What was the remotely proctored exam experience like for you?

The remotely proctored exam process was seamless. I was nervous about it, but the proctor guided me through the process and was helpful when I needed assistance.

What advice might you offer to those considering the pursuit of ICE-CCP certification?

I would encourage every certification professional to pursue the ICE-CCP certification. The ICE-CCP provides the unique opportunity to learn and demonstrate competence in professional credentialing, governance and resources, credentialing program operations, and assessment development and validation.