There are two sessions on professional accreditation at JSM that might be of interest to section members whose primary focus is the application of statistics. The first session is an informational session, where there will be an overview of the process and three accredited members will discuss their experience with the process and benefits of being accredited. The second session is a panel session that will discuss results from the 2012 accreditation survey, why accreditation is important for consultants, and accreditation programming. Below are the details for each session.
If you are interested in information on ASA's accreditation process, please see the following website http://www.amstat.org/accreditation/index.cfm
Accreditation Information Session
Tuesday, August 6
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Room CC-510a of the Montréal Convention Center
Join Accreditation Committee chair, Theresa Utlaut, for an overview of the accreditation process. Three accredited members-John Bailer, Sam Gardner, and Jeri Mulrow-will speak briefly about why they sought accreditation and offer advice. You will learn about the potential value of ASA accreditation to you and what is involved in applying.
2013 International Year of Statistics: The Time Is Now to Become an ASA Accredited Professional Statistician
Tuesday, August 6
2:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Room CC-515b of the Montréal Convention Center
Chair: Theresa Utlaut
Three panelists will speak briefly and be available for questions:
- Mary Batcher, Ernst and Young: Results of the 2012 Accreditation Survey
- Janet McDougall, McDougall Scientific: Accreditation Is a Symbol of Trust for Consulting Company
- Judy-Anne W. Chapman, NCIC Clinical Trials Group: Value Added for Accreditation Programming