Deepen your understanding of the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad and demonstrate your professional skills with Forum Digital Badges. Designed for participants from all levels of experience in education abroad, Forum Digital Badges provide affordable and actionable professional training. 

Upon successful completion of modules, your digital badge is issued for three years, which outlines the learning outcomes and specific skills gained. Celebrate your accomplishments by displaying your Forum Digital Badge on your social media, on your resume, curricula vitae, email signatures, business cards, and website. 

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Badges noted with an asterisk (*) are part of the Professional Certification in Education Abroad program. Completion of individual badges can be applied to enrollment in the full program.  

fRAMING THE STANDARDS OF GOOD PRACTICE*

Learn how to advocate for resources at an organization using the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad. To earn this badge, participants will:

• Articulate what the Standards are and their importance in the field. 
• Use and apply the Standards in real-life situations. 
• Consider how the four Guiding Principles apply to their work. 
• Use the Prompts for Self-Assessment to evaluate practices and know where to find resources to solve challenges they might encounter in their workplace. ​

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Enroll to Framing the standards badge

PROGRAM DESIGN*

Develop skills to assess how programs, mission statements, goals, and learning outcomes align with their organization's overall objectives. To earn this badge, participants will: 

• Use the Prompts for Self-Assessment to determine if programs meet the minimum requirements set by the Standards of Good Practice.
• Identify actions that should be taken to meet the program's goals. ​

Enroll to Program Design Badge

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT*

​Identify how the Standards of Good Practice can be used as the guide for the operational and logistical components of a program. To earn this badge, participants will: 

• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of policies, procedures, and program resources as articulated by the Standards of Good Practice.  
• Recognize stakeholders and gaps within current program management practices. 
• Identify best practices in the field to address these gaps. 

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Enroll to Program Management

Health, Safety and Well-Being* 

​Explore the range of actions education abroad professionals can take to create an environment where student health, safety, and well-being are at the forefront of the education abroad experience. To earn this badge, participants will: 

• Learn where to find resources related to health, safety and well-being, 
• Apply the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad in real-world situations 
• Use the Standards to improve policies and practices.  
• Draft policies and propose ways to implement those policies and other courses of action at an organization. 

Enroll to Health, safety & well-being badge

Student Learning & Development I* 

​Deepen your understanding of advising, orientations, and pre-departure education. To earn this badge, participants will:  

• Apply the Standards of Good Practice for Education Abroad in real-world situations 
• Use the Standards to suggest improvements for program applications and student selection processes.  
• Think critically about advising practices and how to implement improvements.  
• Identify resources and best practices in the field and consider how to use them to ensure students’ expectations and needs are met pre-departure. 

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Enroll to student learning & development I

STUDENT LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT II* ​

Focus on reflection, integration, and assessment as part of an overall approach to student learning and development. To earn this badge, participants will: 

• Assess a program using the Standards of Good Practice 
• Make recommendations for improvement to address adequate student integration, engagement, reflection, and learning assessments.  
• Draft a re-entry program using best practices in conformity with the Standards of Good Practice. 

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Enroll to student learning & development II

Committed to ending global racism through education abroad

​Following the popular and insightful When We Do See Color: Ending Global Racism webinar series, we welcome colleagues to demonstrate their active pursuit of anti-racist activities in their work. To earn this badge, participants will:  

• Reflect on what they have learned throughout the conversation series 
• Participate in a mini consultation with an experienced justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion professional who can help them translate their learning into action. 

Enroll to Committed to end global racism Badge

Foundations in Education Abroad

​Designed for newcomers to the field, this four-workshop series introduces you to key aspects of your role you may encounter while working in at a university, provider organization, or as on-site staff. To earn this badge, participants will: 

• Gain a foundational knowledge in key responsibilities and skills needed for education abroad administrators. 
• Learn from established professionals in the field of education abroad  
• Identify ways to apply the Standards of Good Practice in Education Abroad in their work. 
• Outline ways to leverage new knowledge to benefit their organization and professional growth. 

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Enroll to Foundations in Education Abroad

Emerging Leader in Education Abroad

For the field of education abroad to thrive, we need innovative international education leaders who are adaptable, supportive, create strong connections and partnerships, and advocate for others and the field! The Forum's new "Emerging Leader in Education Abroad" badge is a great way to enhance your leadership credentials and stand out at your organization.

The four featured webinars in this series cover topics that every emerging leader needs when taking on new supervisory roles and assistant director or director roles. This series is designed for anyone looking to advance in the field, or have recently been elevated to a new role.

Learn more

Enroll to the Emerging Leader in Ed Abroad Badge

How It Works

Forum Badges are earned by attending the workshop associated with the credential and successfully completing the accompanying Standards Assignments. 

Workshops

Each badge has at least one workshop component, which can be completed in-person or online. Workshops are offered on a regular basis across the U.S. and around the world as stand-alone events and in conjunction with Forum conferences. Workshop registration is included in the badge cost. 

​Assignments

Assignments are challenging and have practical applications in your current and future positions. Highly qualified and trained Forum Certification Assessors review completed assignments and provide valuable feedback.

Timeframe

Forum Badges are designed to be individualized, self-paced, and flexible. Each Forum Credential must be completed within 1 year after admission.

Badge Maintenance 

Forum Badges expire three years after they are issued. Maintenance is achieved by pursuing a new Forum Badge, or by enrolling in the Professional Certification Program. Note that the Professional Certification Program has its own  maintenance program . 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is digital badging?

The Forum has partnered with Credly, to provide you with a digital version of your credentials. Digital badges can be used in email signatures, digital resumes, and on social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. The digital image contains verified metadata that describes your qualifications and the process required to earn your credential. The technology enables you to manage, share and verify your competencies digitally. 

What are the benefits of a badge? 

​Representing your skills as a badge gives you a way to share your abilities online in a way that is simple, trusted and can be easily verified in real time. Badges provide employers and peers with concrete evidence of what you had to do to earn your credential and what you’re now capable of.  

Where and how can I share my badge? 

You can share your badge directly from the Credly platform to LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook; over email; embedded in a website or in your email signature. ​

How will I know if I’ve earned a badge?

You will receive an email notification from Credly with instructions for claiming your badge and setting up your account. 

What if I don’t want my badge to be public? 

You can easily configure your privacy settings in Credly. You’re in complete control of the information about yourself that is made public. 

If I have questions about the Credly platform, who should I contact?

For technical support, visit https://support.credly.com/hc/en-us. For questions about The Forum Digital Badge Program, contact certification@forumea.org. 

What will someone see when they click on my badge? 

Below is a sample of the information contained in a badge. 
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​Earners have comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the Standards of Good Practice in Education Abroad and Code of Ethics. They are able to use the Standards to assess and improve education abroad operations and practices. They are knowledgeable of best practices, where to find resources to support their work, and can communicate the importance of the Standards to stakeholders. Earners must contribute to the field through various professional activities to maintain their certification. 

ISSUED BY 
The Forum on Education Abroad 

ISSUED TO 
EARNER EMAIL 

ISSUED ON 
22 May 2017 

EXPIRES 
01 Jun 2023 

RECORD CREATED 
21 Nov 2022 

CREATED BY 
The Forum on Education Abroad 

BADGE STATUS 
Accepted on 19 Jul 2017 

For more information about Forum Digital Badges, contact us at certification@forumea.org.