Purpose
There are four types of workshops:
- Job Task Analysis
- Item Mapping
- Item Writing
- Standard Setting
Responsibilities
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to create new exams or update and refresh existing exams. SMEs participate in virtual, remote, and in-person workshops that focus on the creation and review of exam content as part of the certification exam development process. Some activities include:
- Establishing or revising the topics an exam will cover
- Developing and evaluating exam items
- Determining the exam’s passing score
ISC2 Membership Requirement
Yes
Skills Required
- Must hold relevant ISC2 certification for the workshop
- Must be an ISC2 member in good standing
- Must not have participated in any workshops for the ISC2 Education team or taught certification courses in the last 2 years
Training
SMEs receive training on relevant certification development tasks.
Time Requirement
Typically, workshops last 2-3 days:
- In-person (on hold currently)
- Virtual (usually 3 six-hour days)
- Remote item development campaigns
- 2 months on own time (must meet weekly goals)
- Held various times of the year
Travel Requirement
ISC2 pays all travel, lodging and out-of-pocket expenses of the attendees for in-person workshops, but it does not compensate members for attending.
Start/End Date
Varies throughout the year
CPE Credit(s)
1 Group A CPE per 1 hour served; typically earn up to 21 credits
CPE Submission Process
ISC2 will submit CPE credits on behalf of the volunteer.
Benefits
- Earn CPE credits
- Meet and network with peers
- Contribute to the profession
- All travel expenses are compensated
Reference Materials
Contact
examdevelopment@isc2.org
Register Interest
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