Education & Certifications

Demonstration of Deep Knowledge in Individual Systems/Functional Areas

ICOR’s Multi-level Credentialing Program identifies what it takes to be a successful OR professional—across the performance continuum; around the globe; and across all career levels, job roles, and job functions. The ICOR Credentialing Program: 

• Defines the competencies and knowledge necessary for effective practice as an OR professional.  
• Supports OR practitioners in their career and professional development.  
• Helps organizations build approaches to identify and cultivate high quality OR leaders, individual contributors, and teams.  

The ICOR Credentialing Program provides organizations with the information they need to hire competent personnel who understand how to build more resilient organizations using a multi-disciplinary approach.

ICOR offers two paths for certification.   

1. Seek certification in Organizational Resilience as an Organizational Resilience Manager, Professional, or Executive by completing the education program and passing the exams.
2. Seek certification as a leader in an individual system / functional area – Business Continuity, Crisis Management & Communications, Critical Environments, or ICT Continuity.

Certification Renewal

Certifications are valid for 3 years and must be renewed before the expiration date to stay in good standing. Renewal fees are due at the time of the renewal – once every 3 years. Certification renewal requirements can be viewed below under each certification.

For certification renewal, the applicant must demonstrate completion of a minimum number of points for each of the 8 Certification Competency Areas listed below as well as meet the minimum number of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) over the 3 year period and prior to the expiration date of the certification. Proof of completion of the activity will need to be provided.
A minimum of 30 points required for each of the 8 Competency Areas for a total minimum of 240 points.

In addition, a minimum of 5 hours of Continuing Education Credit (CEU) for each of the 8 Competency Areas for a total of 40 hours over 3 years. One hour = One point. Total points required for certification renewal is equal to or greater than 280 points.

Alternatively, certification can be fulfilled for each certification renewal by taking and passing the certification exam for the relevant certification.