Certification Types
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There are four (4) certification types available:
- Pre-Professional Fellowship (PPF) (100-249 Clock Hours)
The Pre-Professional Fellowship (PPF) is a membership type offered by the International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals™ (ICORBP)™, which is designed for individuals who are interested in entering the blockchain profession. This certification involves activities that prepare the learner for pre-professional coursework, volunteer activities, clinical experience, research, and the application process.
The PPF certification is a preparatory fellowship for Industry Expert Fellowship (IEF) and Industry Specialist Fellow (ISF) certifications, which are designed for professionals with more advanced knowledge and skills in blockchain technology. By completing the PPF certification, individuals will gain the foundational knowledge and skills needed to pursue these advanced certifications and further their careers in the blockchain industry.
The PPF certification requires a minimum of 100-249 clock hours of learning, which can be completed through a variety of activities, such as attending educational events, participating in workshops and training programs, and engaging in volunteer activities. These activities are designed to provide learners with hands-on experience in the blockchain industry, as well as the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
In addition to completing the required clock hours, PPF certification candidates must also go through an application process, which involves submitting a resume, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. The application process is designed to ensure that candidates meet the standards set by ICORBP and have the necessary qualifications to enter the blockchain profession.
Overall, the PPF certification is an excellent way for individuals to gain the foundational knowledge and skills needed to enter the blockchain profession. By completing this certification, individuals can prepare themselves for more advanced certifications, such as the Industry Expert Fellowship (IEF) and Industry Specialist Fellow (ISF), and advance their careers in the blockchain industry.
- Preparatory Fellowship
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN FELLOW™ (RBF)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBF.
- Industry Expert Fellowship (IEF) (250-749 Clock Hours)
- The Industry Expert Fellowship (IEF) is a membership type offered by the International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals™ (ICORBP)™, which is designed for individuals who have a broad and deep competence in terms of knowledge, skill, and experience through practice and education in the blockchain field. An expert is someone widely recognized as a reliable source of technique or skill whose faculty for judging or deciding rightly, justly, or wisely is accorded authority and status by peers or the public in a specific well-distinguished domain.
- The IEF certification program involves a clock hour requirement of 250-749 hours and covers various areas such as blockchain architecture, smart contract development, consensus algorithms, security, governance, and more. The program also requires the completion of a capstone project demonstrating the candidate's mastery of the subject matter.
- An expert is someone who has gained extensive knowledge and ability based on research, experience, or occupation in a particular area of study. They are widely recognized as a reliable source of technique or skill and have the authority and status to judge or decide rightly, justly, or wisely in a specific domain. The IEF is intended for those who have already gained relevant experience and knowledge in the blockchain industry, and seek to further enhance their expertise and credentials.
- In addition to the IEF, ICORBP offers other membership types tailored to specific areas of blockchain expertise. The Registered Blockchain Practitioner™ (RBP)™ and Registered Blockchain Professional™ (RBP)™ are general practice certifications that recognize an individual's proficiency in blockchain technology. The Registered Blockchain Developer™ (RBD)™ is designed for software developers who specialize in blockchain technology. The Registered Blockchain Specialist™ (RBS)™ is for allied industry professionals who have knowledge and skills in blockchain technology.
- For those who are involved in research and instruction, ICORBP offers the Registered Blockchain Researcher™ (RBR)™ and Registered Blockchain Educator™ (RBE)™ certifications. The Registered Blockchain Advisor™ (RBA)™ and Registered Blockchain Advocate™ (RBA)™ are for those who are involved in advisory and advocacy roles. Finally, the Registered Blockchain Innovator™ (RBI)™ is designed for leaders, business developers, and innovators who are involved in driving blockchain innovation and adoption.
- Once certified, the individual may use the following titles:
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN PRACTITIONER™ (RBP)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN PROFESSIONAL™ (RBP)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN DEVELOPER™ (RBD)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN SPECIALIST™ (RBS)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN RESEARCHER™ (RBR)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN EDUCATOR™ (RBE)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN ADVISOR™ (RBA)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN ADVOCATE™ (RBA)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN INNOVATOR™ (RBI)™
- For example, Kenton James Smith, who has completed the IEF program and has demonstrated a high level of knowledge and expertise in the blockchain field, may use the title REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN SPECIALIST™ (RBS)™ after their name.
- ICORBP offers a range of membership types that cater to various levels of expertise and experience in the blockchain industry. These certifications are a valuable way to demonstrate one's proficiency and credibility in the field, and can open up new opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
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- General Practice
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN PRACTITIONER™ (RBP)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN PROFESSIONAL™ (RBP)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBP.
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- Software Development
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN DEVELOPER™ RBD™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBD.
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- Allied Industry
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN SPECIALIST™ (RBS)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBS.
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- Research & Instruction
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN RESEARCHER™ (RBR)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN EDUCATOR™ (RBE)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBE.
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- Advisory & Advocacy
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN ADVISOR™ (RBA)™
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN ADVOCATE™ (RBA)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBA.
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- Leadership, Business Development & Innovation
- REGISTERED BLOCKCHAIN INNOVATOR™ (RBI)™
USAGE: Kenton James Smith, RBI.
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- Industry Specialist Fellowship (ISF) (750-1250 Clock Hours)
The Industry Specialist Fellowship (ISF) is a highly esteemed membership type offered by the International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals™ (ICORBP)™, which is designed for individuals who are specialists in the blockchain industry. A specialist, in the context of the ISF, is defined as a member of a profession or any person who practices in a specified professional activity. This membership type is for individuals who have demonstrated a broad and deep competence in terms of knowledge, skill and experience through practice, education and training in the blockchain industry.
The ISF membership type sets rigorous standards of education and training, which prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within the blockchain industry. These standards of education and training are crucial to ensure that the members of the profession are well-equipped to handle complex and ever-evolving challenges in the blockchain industry.
Moreover, the ISF membership type demands strict codes of conduct that enforce rigorous ethical and moral obligations on its members. The blockchain industry is founded on the principles of transparency, decentralization, and security, and as such, members of the profession are held to high standards of ethical behavior.
Overall, the Industry Specialist Fellowship (ISF) is a prestigious membership type that reflects the highest level of knowledge, skill and expertise in the blockchain industry. It is a testament to the professional standards and ethical values upheld by the International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals™ (ICORBP)™, and serves as a marker of excellence in the field of blockchain.
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- Partnership & Accreditation
Partnership & Accreditation is a comprehensive program designed for entities or body corporate that engage with Blockchain Technology and are interested in advancing Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). This program provides programmatic and institutional recognition to entities that meet the standards of excellence in the Blockchain field. The certification includes a certificate of partnership and a certificate of accreditation that demonstrate the commitment of the entity to the advancement of DLT.
The Pre-accreditation Documentation is a process that entities must follow to become accredited. This process involves submitting documentation that demonstrates the entity's compliance with the standards of excellence in the Blockchain field. The documentation includes evidence of the entity's expertise in DLT, its commitment to ethical practices, and its ability to deliver high-quality services in the Blockchain field.
The Post-accreditation Result is the outcome of the accreditation process, which indicates whether the entity has met the standards of excellence in the Blockchain field. This result is based on an evaluation of the entity's performance against the criteria established by the program.
Entities that meet the criteria for the Center of Development (75% Compliant) certification demonstrate that they have achieved a significant level of compliance with the standards of excellence in the Blockchain field. This certification indicates that the entity is committed to the advancement of DLT and has made substantial progress towards achieving the Center of Excellence certification.
Entities that meet the criteria for the Center of Excellence (100% Compliant) certification demonstrate that they have achieved the highest level of compliance with the standards of excellence in the Blockchain field. This certification indicates that the entity is a leader in the Blockchain field and is committed to advancing DLT through innovative practices, ethical conduct, and exceptional performance.
The Partnership & Accreditation program is open to a variety of entities, including organizations (ORG), learning institutions (EDU), businesses (COM), non-governmental organizations (NGO), not-for-profit corporations (NFP), low-profit Ltd. liability companies (L3C), and for-profit corporations (CORP). Regardless of the type of entity, the program emphasizes the importance of ethical conduct, high-quality services, and a commitment to the advancement of DLT.
- Samples are but not limited to:
- Organization ORG
- Learning Institution EDU
- Business COM
- Non-Governmental Organization NGO
- Not-For-Profit Corporation NFP
- Low-Profit Ltd. Liability Co. L3C
- For-Profit Corporation CORP
- General Merchandise GEN
