Systems Integration Training (C-SIP)
Train New Employees Effectively
Our C-SIP (Certificate as a Systems Integration Professional) program helps new employees start on the right foot.
Bringing new employees on board is an exciting process—but providing training to get them up to speed can be time-consuming and overwhelming, with no one able to take full responsibility for the task.
The C-SIP program provides the right level of industry and job-specific training in an online, at-your-own-pace environment. It takes the training and information-transfer burden away from existing staff members.
Industry-Specific Education in Four Key Areas
More than five hours of online training is included in each track:
1. Marketing
- Understanding the Channels: Overview of Social, Mobile, Digital, and Traditional B2B Marketing
- Social Selling: What It Is, Why You Need It, How to Do It
- Want More Leads? Develop Content for Each Stage of Your Buyer’s Journey
2. Operations
- Key Performance Indicators: The Path to Effective Management
- What’s Your Organization’s Cost of Quality?
- A Guide to Gross Margin for Integrators: Above the Line
3. Project Management
- Keeping Project Contracts Under Control
- Setting Standards for Proper Contract Management
- Managing Project Safety and Risk
4. Sales
- Sales Strategies for Integrators: Succeed in Today’s Market
- Driving Sales Growth During Change
- Prospecting & Creating Interest at the Executive Level
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Technical Assessment ToolAnswering frequently asked questions
How are the C-SIP training sessions organized?
A: Training begins with a 45-minute introduction to the industry, from explaining what integrators do to the impact of technology on organizations worldwide.
The sessions then move into specialized training based on the subject selected: finance, marketing, operations, or sales.
Participants receive tips and real-world advice from industry leaders, giving new professionals a solid foundation for a great start in the industry.
Each online program is comprised of five sections. Each section includes an online webinar presentation and follow-up questions.
How long is each session?
A: The online courses are between 30 and 45 minutes in length.
It is not necessary to complete all five sections at once.
How can I gauge how well the participant is retaining this information?
A: After watching each session, users must complete a series of quiz questions before proceeding to the next session. A score of 70% or higher is required before access to the next section is granted.
How do recipients receive their certificate of completion?
A: Once all five sections of the module are completed, then the participant can print a Certificate of Completion.
How much does the tool cost?
A: C-SIP training is free for NSCA members to use. You must login using your NSCA member credentials to access the tool.
Do the sessions expire?
A: All sessions must be completed within 90 days of the enrollment date.
