I get a lot of questions about whether the SPSM Certification is “authorized” or “recognized” or “accredited” by government bodies. I thought that I would answer that type of question here.

I cannot say how all governments operate with regard to professional business certifications. But I do know how the US government, and other similar governments, handle them. Quite simply, they don’t.

Unlike medical licenses, the US government does not get involved with reviewing professional business certification programs. They leave the validation process where it belongs – in the hands of the organizations and individuals who stand to benefit from certification.

So, how do you know if a purchasing certification program is legitimate? Consider three things.

First, what employers are enrolling their purchasers in the certification program?

Second, what employers are seeking to employ individuals with the certification?

Third, what are people saying about the certification?

For the SPSM Certification Program, prestigious employers (including several Fortune 500 companies) from throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia have enrolled their purchasers.

Finally, listen to what this SPSM Certification candidate had to say just one month after enrolling in the SPSM Certification Program:

“I am a College Professor and Professional in Supply Chain Management. I have over 20 years in the purchasing industry.

When I found Next Level Purchasing I was looking for a certification to meet my own professional needs and the needs of my students.
The purchasing certifications that NLPA offers not only met my own personal needs as a student but, has helped my educational institution
educate and certify numerous students who are now getting positions in local industry because of these credentials.

The programs offered are well designed with current technology and easy to understand and follow. Along with the outstanding education you get from
there program they have a highly skilled staff that has tremendous professionalism, customer service, and educational knowledge in the purchasing profession.

Any one looking for a certification program in purchasing for themselves, employees, or students I would highly recommend NLPA!

Chris Ridener
Supply Chain Program Chair & 20 yr Professional in Supply Chain Management

 

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