BRAINBENCH.COM

CERTIFICATIONS

2015

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If youre going to do it,Then be the best at it . . .

Skills management needs to be conducted as an ongoing process,with individuals assessing and updating their recorded skill setsregularly. As the pace of change accelerates and diverse technologiesconverge, new global industries are being created and the need for skillsdevelopment increases.

David Siler, GPHR, HRBP, HRMPDistinctive Human Resources

About BrainBench

BrainBench, an online certification and learning center (used by NASA and many Fortune 100 companies), is an increasingly respected credential. Their progressive approach to certification is taking a firm hold on the business community. They offer a way for companies to screen and test the abilities of potential and current employees with a wide range of skills assessments testing.

Overall, with its credibility, affordable prices, and great exams, BrainBench isworth considering as a standalone certification as well as a training resource. AGlobal leader in online skills measurement with more than 3.9 million registered users and over 600 different skill assessments, BrainBench pioneered online skills testing to measure the skills of employees that are crucial to a company's bottom-line success. Job-role certifications require that candidates pass multiple tests, some of which address general skill sets and others of which address specific software applications and technologies. The job-role certifications are made up of both required tests and electives, thus allowing candidates to focus on those skill sets and software applications and technologies they are most likely to use on the job, reducing training costs.

All of their skills assessments are web-based, eliminating configurationmanagement and geographical issues from the start, thus decreasing costs and doing business effectively and efficiently. ETS (the Educational Testing Service) which does the SAT and other standardized tests is a good model here. They have a growing number of large companies and government agencies using their tests. BrainBench exams serves as an indicator that individuals could successfully pass other industry certifications.

Only about 40% of all examinees pass the exams and only about 5% of allexaminees earn a Master Certification.

How to interpret BrainBench Test ScoresScores range from 1-5 with 5 being the highest in the BrainBench scoring system. Within that range, BrainBench recognizes two levels of achievement for standard assessments. A score between 2.75 3.99 earns the test taker the standard certification while a score of 4.0 or higher certifies a master level of achievement.

Scores range from 1 to 5 and are divided into the following proficiency level categories:

TEST OVERALL SCORERANGEPROFICIENCY LEVEL

1.00 1.50Novice

1.51 2.50Basic

2.51 3.50Proficient

3.51 4.50AdvancedMASTER

4.51 5.00ExpertMASTER

Proficiency LevelsThe proficiency levels describe in very general terms what typical examinees know and their capabilities in an applied setting. However, any individual examinee may not be able to demonstrate all of the knowledge and skills in his or her proficiency level description. Below are the proficiency level descriptions.

Novice Demonstrates an understanding of only the most basic concepts contained within this topic. Individual will most likely require formal training or self study before receiving any assignments in this area.

BasicDemonstrates an understanding of the fundamental concepts involved with this topic. Knowledge level appears to be equivalent to that gained through introductory courses. May require supplemental training and close supervision to develop a working knowledge level to be able to perform assignments independently.

ProficientDemonstrates a solid understanding of core concepts within this topic. Appears capable of working on most projects in this area with moderate assistance. May require some initial assistance with advanced concepts.

AdvancedDemonstrates a clear understanding of many advanced concepts within this topic. Appears capable of mentoring others on most projects in this area.

ExpertDemonstrates understanding of most advanced concepts within the subject area. Appears capable of mentoring others on the most complex projects.

LEGAL ISSUES FOR HR AND MANAGEMENTFEBRUARY 4, 2015TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTMASTER CERTIFICATION

LEGAL ISSUES FOR HR AND MANAGEMENTFEBRUARY 4, 2015, TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTRESULTS BASED ON 2,520 TESTS TAKENMASTER CERTIFICATION

LEGAL ISSUES FOR HR AND MANAGEMENTFEBRUARY 4, 2015, TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTRANKED NUMBER 1 OUT OF 2,520MASTER CERTIFICATION

LEGAL ISSUES FORHR & MANAGMENTCORE COMPENTENCIES

Benefits Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) Employee Retirement Income Security Act Health Insurance Portability Protection Act

Compensation Social Security Unemployment Compensation Insurance Workers Compensation

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Age Discrimination Americans with Disabilities Act Pregnancy Discrimination Title VII

Fair Labor Standards Act Child Labor Provisions Exempt/Non-Exempt Status Wage & Hour Laws

General Knowledge Drug-Free Workplace Act Equal Pay Act (EPA) Family & Medical Leave Act Polygraph Protection Act Worker Adjustment & Retraining NotificationHarassment Electronic Communication Sexual Harassment Workplace Violence

Interviewing & Selection Common Law Torts Consumer Credit Protection Act Immigration Reform & Control Act Interviewing

Labor Unions Employer & Union Unfair Labor Practices National Labor Relations Board Public Sector Labor Relations

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs Affirmative Action Vietnam-Era Veterans Readjustment Act

Safety Occupational Safety & Health Act

Ethics Conflict Of Interest Professional Standards

ENGLISH LISTENING COMPREHENSIONMARCH 15, 2015, TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTRESULTS BASED ON 7,581 TESTS TAKEN

ENGLISH LISTENING COMPREHENSIONMARCH 15, 2015TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTRANKED NUMBER 30 OUT OF 7,581

ENGLISH LISTENING COMPREHENSIONMARCH 15, 2015TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS EXPERTRANKED NUMBER 30 OUT OF 7,581

ENGLISH LISTENINGCOMPREHENSIONCORE COMPENTENCIES

Comprehending the Media Analyzing Newscasts Interpreting Newspaper Headlines Responding to Local Emergencies Understanding Weather Forecasts Using Business Reports

Communicating in the Workplace Explaining Performance Evaluations Expressing Concerns Following Instructions and Safety Learning Office Equipment Listening to Announcements Meeting Deadlines Participating at Meetings Participating in Interviews Resolving Conflicts Responding to Emergencies Understanding Presentations Conversing Electronically and Answering Messages

Dealing with Professionals Consulting Experts Making Appointments Relocating Explaining Banking and Financial Information

Responding to Social Situations Attending Parties Attending Sports Events Complaining Describing Locations and Giving Directions Dining Out and Ordering Making Reservations

Speaking Interpersonally Networking Replying to Personal Introductions Sharing Experiences

INTERVIEWING AND HIRING CONCEPTSJANUARY 29, 2015, TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRESULTS BASED ON 4,951 TESTS TAKEN

INTERVIEWING AND HIRING CONCEPTSJANUARY 29, 2015TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRANKED NUMBER 7 OUT OF 4,951

INTERVIEWING AND HRING CONCEPTSJANUARY 28, 2015TOP 4%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRANKED NUMBER 7 OUT OF 4,951

INTERVIEWING & HIRING CONCEPTSCORE COMPENTENCIES

Assessment Emotional Intelligence Interpersonal/Social Skills Leadership Skills Psychological Assessments

Behavior Traits Creative Thinking and Resourcefulness Customer Service Decision Making/Risk Taking Employee Empowerment

Behavioral Interviewing Analyzing Situations/Data Designing Questions Interviewing Techniques

Candidate Fit Business Acumen Cultural/Industry Fit Team Oriented and Teamwork

Interview Quality Control Interpreting Statistical Information Interviewing Etiquette Measures and Rating

Job Analysis Competencies Needed Desired Performance Outcomes Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Relationship Between Abilities and ExperienceLegal Compliance EEOC/Civil Rights Employment Laws Pre-Employment Physicals and Drug Screens Proper vs Improper Questions

Probing Skills Interview Communications Model Listening Techniques Types and Uses of Probes

Screening Diversity/Multi-Culturalism Resume Analysis Screening Instruments/Tests

Situational Interviewing Interviewing Techniques Problem Solving

Types Of Interviews Distant Interviewing One-On-One Panel/Team Interviews

BUSINESS ETHICS AWARENESSFEBRUARY 19, 2015, TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRESULTS BASED ON 8,151 TESTS TAKEN

BUSINESS ETHICS AWARENESSFEBRUARY 19, 2015TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRANKED NUMBER 7 OUT OF 8,151

BUSINESS ETHICS AWARENESSFEBRUARY 19, 2015TOP 1%CLASSIFIED AS ADVANCEDRANKED NUMBER 4 OUT OF 8,151

BUSINESS ETHICS AWARENESSCORE COMPENTENCIES

Community/Societal Relations & Whistle-blowing Corporate Social Responsibility Environmental Behavior Justification for Whistle-blowing Procedure for Whistle-blowing

Conflicts of Interest Personal Gain and Company Gain Gifts to/from Suppliers/Customers Supervisory Relationships with Personal Interests

Employer Policies Corporate Ethics Program Illegal and/or Unethical Conduct Adherence to Company Ethics Program Respect of Timeliness

Ethical Issues Ethical Reasoning Moti