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Certification

Small Investment—Big Reward

For a small initial investment in your future and the success of your company, you can earn one or both certifications and be recognized as a committed and knowledgeable professional. Purchase the complete package which includes the study materials and the exam.

Individual Certification Programs

Certified Staffing Professional™

  • Enhances the knowledge of labor and employment law of professionals who interacts with candidates, employees, and clients
  • For professionals whose primary duty is temporary placement

Technical Services Certified™

  • Review of labor and employment laws that have specific relevance to technical, IT, and scientific staffing
  • Includes three topic areas not tested in CSP™ program
    • Per diem rules
    • Worker classification
    • H1-B visas
  • Anyone earning the TSC™ will automatically earn the CSP.

Who Should Be Certified

Anyone who interacts with clients, candidates, or temporary and contract employees should become certified, including

  • Recruiters
  • Customer service representatives
  • Sales representatives
  • Branch managers
  • Staffing firm owners and executives
  • Human resource professionals

Why Get Certified

ASA certification programs can help you learn what you need to know, increase your earning potential, and further your career goals. ASA provides the only staffing certification program that includes both federal and state employment law, up-to-date curriculum, and exams.

Obtaining the CSP or TSC certification will make you confident that you have the specialized skills that staffing company executives and clients need.

The certification study materials and exams cover federal and state employment and labor laws and can help you

  • Protect the rights of your candidates and employees
  • Avoid missteps that could result in costly legal proceedings
  • Add value to your business relationships by demonstrating commitment to your clients
  • Make clients aware of their co-employment obligations and responsibilities
  • Expand your knowledge of the industry and elevate your professionalism
  • Gain professional recognition for demonstrating knowledge of federal and state labor and employment law

How to Earn the CSP and TSC Certifications

  • Purchase study materials.
  • Pass the online exam. (Online exam purchase is valid for one year from the date of purchase.)
  • Adhere to the ASA Code of Ethics.

Workers' Compensation Risk Certification

The Workers' Compensation Risk Certification (WRC) program recognizes a staffing firm's best practices in worker safety and risk management. Companies that earn the WRC can reduce operating costs, enhance safety, and gain a competitive advantage. For more information, contact ASA member RCS Services at 800-807-7475 or visit staffingwrcs.com.

Contact
Karen Donald
Senior Manager, Certification Programs
703-253-2020
csp.tsc@americanstaffing.net
Suite 200, 277 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, 703-253-2020, fax: 703-253-2053, asa@americanstaffing.net
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