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When individuals become Allied Certified they have the credentials that let current or future employers know that they value the inclusivity, diversity, equity, and allyship of connected communities. They also know the benefits of being openminded, curious, and intentional listeners while working to gain new perspectives and expanding their circle to include a diverse group of individuals.

Sole proprietors benefit as both an individual and as a small business when they become Allied Certified.

When individuals become Allied Certified they have the credentials that let their current or future employers know that they value the inclusivity, diversity, equity, and allyship of connected communities. They also know the benefits of being openminded, curious, and intentional listeners while working to gain new perspectives and expanding their circle to include a diverse group of individuals.

When small businesses become Allied Certified they have the credentials that let their current or future employers and consumers know that the business values the IDEA (inclusivity, diversity, equity, and allyship) of connected communities and has taken action to be an active part of the community.

When small businesses become Allied Certified they have the credentials that let their current or future employers and consumers know that the business values the IDEA (inclusivity, diversity, equity, and allyship) of connected communities and has taken action to be an active part of the community.

The Allied Certified program is an earned distinction which can be earned by individuals, sole proprietors, and by small businesses.

Although the Allied Certified distinction and subsequent Shop Diverse listing is designed for small businesses, corporations seeking to become Allied Certified can instead obtain an Allied Certified Sponsor badge when they choose to sponsor training licenses that enable individuals to become certified, even if the individuals are their own employees.

Allied Certified is a distinction earned by meeting Edtrinsic's Allied Certified standards. This distinction signals an individual's or business's commitment to actively pursuing connected communities by utilizing the IDEAL (inclusivity, diversity, equity, allyship, and leadership) concepts and tools gained through the certification process.

For individuals, the Allied Certified distinction serves as a tool that lets current and future employers know that the individuals strive to be openminded, self aware, and empathetic team players who seek to listen to understand and positively contribute to culture of inclusivity. 

For sole proprietors and other small businesses, becoming Allied Certified signals the business's commitment to their employees, consumers, and community. Allied Certified businesses are showcased in the consumer-facing  Shop Diverse TM directory so that socially aware consumers can easily find Allied Certified businesses online or nearest them.

The Allied Certified is distinction can be earned anytime by meeting Edtrinsic's Allied Certified standards. The required curriculum can be taken at your own pace at anytime during the year. Once obtained the credential is valid for one year from the date of completion for individuals and sole proprietors. For small businesses, the credential is good for one year from the date that the credential is issued.

Anyone seeking to obtain Allied Certified credentialing can see and enroll in the required curriculum from Learn.Edtrinsic.com.

For Individuals and Sole Proprietors

Individuals and Sole Proprietors are considered Allied certified once they have met the Allied Certified standards set forth by Edtrinsic.

For Small Businesses

Small businesses can apply for the Allied Certified distinction once 75% or more of its full-time team members have voluntarily completed the Allied Certified curriculum. 

Edtrinsic will review the request and once validated the Small business will be issued the earned Allied Certified distinction, applicable for one year from the date of issuance.

Please note: Businesses should not require individuals to become Allied Certified. Instead, we recommend that businesses provide positive incentives for team member participation and curriculum completion.

Visit www.edtrinsic.com to learn more about the organization that governs the Allied Certified standards.

You can learn more and register for the Shop Diverse® directory by visiting www.shopdiverse.com.