June 2, 2025 Update
I.C.E. will host a virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 12:00–1:00 PM ET to discuss the proposed revisions to ICE 1100: Standard for Assessment-Based Certificate Programs (a revision of ICE 1100-2019).
Co-Chairs of the ICE 1100 Standards Revision Committee, Donald Balasa, JD, MBA and Carla Caro, MA, ICE-CCP, will lead the session with a high-level overview of the key updates, explain the rationale behind the revisions, and address participant questions.
Public comment is a vital step in the standards revision process, helping ensure the final Standard reflects the needs, priorities, and expertise of the full credentialing community. All stakeholders are encouraged to attend and participate.
May 23, 2025 Update
I.C.E. is pleased to present the draft revision of the ICE 1100, Standard for Assessment-Based Certificate Programs (revision of ICE 1100-2019, Standard for Assessment-Based Certificate Programs).
For the past nine months, over 20 individuals representing various stakeholder categories have contributed to this project. The revisions are intended to make the ICE 1100 Standard clearer, more streamlined and reflective of current practice.
I.C.E. invites you to review the changes and, if you have comments, share them with the Main Committee who will vote to approve these revisions. The Main Committee meeting date will be posted here as soon as it is determined, at least 30 days in advance.
The following materials are provided to support your review of the revised Standards:
Public Review and Comment
Comments must be submitted in writing. There is a recommended Comment Form available or you may email your comments to standards@credentialingexcellence.org. If emailing your comments, please include the Standard, Essential Element, proposed change, and justification for change.
Comments must be submitted no later than Monday, July 21, 2025.
December 12, 2024 Update
The ICE 1100 Standards Revision Project is continuing. The following dates have been established for the meetings of the Main Committee (consensus body):
- January 9, 2025 from 11am-1pm ET
- February 6, 2025 from 11am-1pm ET
- March 6, 2025 from 11am-1pm ET
- April 3, 2025 from 11am-1pm ET
- May 9, 2025 from 11am-1pm ET
Following the meetings of the Main Committee, the revised Standard will be published on the ICE website and in ANSI Standards Action to allow for Public Comment. Inquiries on this process, requests for committee rosters, or requests to observe a meeting of the Main Committee should be sent to standards@credentialingexcellence.org.
August 15, 2024 Update
The ICE 1100 Standards Revision Project is continuing. The following dates have been established for the meetings of the Main Committee (consensus body):
- September 5, 2024 from 11am-1pm ET
- October 10, 2024 from 11am-1pm ET
- November 7, 2024 from 11am-1pm ET
- December 5, 2024 from 11am-1pm ET
Following the meetings of the Main Committee, the revised Standard will be published on the ICE website and in ANSI Standards Action to allow for Public Comment. Inquiries on this process, requests for committee rosters, or requests to observe a meeting of the Main Committee should be sent to standards@credentialingexcellence.org.
July 11, 2024 Update
As per the I.C.E Standards Revision Policy, Main Committee acceptances notifications have been sent. The first Main Committee meeting will be held on held virtually on August 1, 2024 from 11am-1pm ET. Inquiries on this process should be sent to standards@credentialingexcellence.org.
February 14, 2024 Update
I.C.E. Seeks Participants for Revision of ICE 1100 American National Standard for Assessment-Based Certificate Programs
I.C.E. is the developer of the American National Standard, ICE 1100: 2019 – Standard for Assessment-Based Certificate Programs. This standard governs non-degree granting programs that provide instruction, training, and assessment of participants' accomplishments, ultimately awarding certificates to those meeting specified standards. Programs known as microcredentials and stackable certificates may fall into this category.
We are initiating a comprehensive project to review and revise this standard and are inviting individuals to join the consensus body, known as the Main Committee. The Main Committee will be responsible for the revision process and ensuring due process for all comments received during the public review phase. Additionally, we are seeking individuals for various contributory roles. The Committee's work is expected to be conducted virtually, enabling broad geographic participation.
Key Information:
- Committee Scope: The Main Committee and contributory roles are open to individuals directly impacted by the standard, ensuring representation from education and training organizations, program users, governmental agencies, and those with a general interest in the topic.
Interested parties may include:
- Education and training organizations
- Users of such programs (employers, consumers/participants, accrediting bodies)
- Governmental agencies
- Individuals with a general interest (consultants, trainers, and related service providers)
While an organization can have only one voting representative on the Main Committee, there are other roles with opportunities for additional participants. The Committee Chair has the authority to manage the Main Committee's size for efficiency while maintaining balanced representation.
To express your interest and learn more about potential participation, please contact I.C.E. staff at standards@credentialingexcellence.org by March 1, 2024.
We encourage you to share this opportunity with others who may have a vested interest in this project.
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