Retired GISPs may apply now to receive the designation. GISCI Announces Retired Designation Policy (GISP-R)

Des Plaines, IL (January 19, 2022) -The GIS Certification Institute has created a new designation for Geospatial Professionals to remain a part of the GISP Community into their retirement. The newly created GISP Retired Designation (GISP-R) allows current GISPs to maintain their certification in a limited capacity. Upon retirement from the workforce and a paid position as a GIS Professional, current GISPs can apply for the GISP-R. This designation would not require adherence to the criteria for standard recertification and allow retired GIS Professionals to continue their involvement in the GIS Profession in a voluntary, un-paid capacity if they desire. This would include volunteer activities in the local community, academics, participation in conferences, participation in professional organizations, committee, or board positions (if un-paid) and articles in professional journals.

The GISP Retired Designation is not automatic, and candidates must apply for consideration. The Executive Director will review all applicants on a case-by-case basis by. Candidates for the GISP-R designation must have been an active GISP in good standing for a minimum of three consecutive recertification cycles (9 years) and must continue to abide by the same ethics of a GISP. For more information please visit the GISP-R page https://www.gisci.org/Recertification/GISP%E2%80%93Retired.aspx The application is now open to interested GISPs.

About GISCI

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is a non-profit organization that promotes the advancement of proficient GIS professionals through its international GISP® (Certified GIS Professional) certification program. The Institute fosters rigorous professional and ethical standards, community engagement, and professional mentoring within the GIS industry.

More information about GISCI is available at www.gisci.org

Contact Info:
Tony Spicci, GISP CGMP
Executive Director – GIS Certification Institute
847.824.7768 Email Contact