Certification

AOD Certification Programme

Exclusively for AOD Game-Changer Members!

Shifting Mindsets in Defence and Security by Design & Foresight is challenging. Following popular demand, AOD will assist by empowering game-changer members by certifying their skills. Likewise, AOD will prioritize certified members for job opportunities from 2025 onwards. This is your chance to validate your skills, gain valuable credentials, and unlock new career possibilities supported by a global independent leading community in this field.

 

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About the Programme:

  • Eligibility: Open to AOD Game-Changer members only. Join us as a game-changer member!
  • Purpose: Empower members by recognizing their skills and commitment to security design and the AOD community.
  • Tailored Approach: Designed to fit your unique skill set and background (design, foresight and transformative game design in security).
  • Benefits: Provides credibility and distinction in a crowded and unregulated market including for AOD job opportunities.

 

Application Process:

  • Nomination: You must be nominated by an AOD board member following your request to one of them via certification@aodnetwork.ca. You may access a list of AOD board members here.
  • Submit Application: The nominating member is responsible for completing the online application and will ask you for information, including your CV/Resume.
  • After passing the initial screening, provide a live or recorded demonstration of your skills (e.g., presentation or virtual workshop).

 

Deadline: 

  • The Pilot will be open until either (a) 10 applications are received or (b) the 15th of November 2024, whichever comes first.
  • Starting in early 2025, applications will be available year-round and evaluated on a quarterly basis.

 

Assistance Information:

  • Your nominating board member is your first line of support.
  • The Certification and Recognition Committee is available to assist with this programme and conduct the first evaluation round.
  • Board Members will conduct a final evaluation of certification files during quarterly meetings.
  • For any questions regarding the Certification Programme, please e-mail certification@aodnetwork.ca

Contact us at certification@aodnetwork.ca!