How To Obtain DISC Assessment Certification

By Charles Graham


Leading people within an organization can be challenging especially if you do not have the knowledge or experience in dealing with different types of people. One way to help you understand people better is through profile evaluations that will determine the type of personality that they have. You can also get certified in these so that you are licensed to administer or teach this method. One of your options is the DISC assessment certification.

To find out if this is the right profile classification tool for your organization, you need to understand the basics of this system. This was created by William Moulton Marston and it was an application of his behavior theory that is based on four personality traits. The evaluation will be based on how a person responds to challenges, influences, rules and pace of work.

The four classifications for this profile evaluation are Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness. A person will need to answer a questionnaire that classifies their behavior under each classification. This will determine what type of tasks suit them and the type of work environment in which they will thrive.

Before you get certified, it will be good if you take the evaluation yourself. That way, you can learn what the profile system reveals and how it compares with other assessments that you have taken. You can also compare it with how you see yourself to find out how close to the truth it is. You may also be able to explain things about yourself that used to confuse you.

There are several certificates being offered to those who would like to be licensed evaluators for this personality exam. Check out the advantages and the benefits for each and determine which one is best suited to your role in the company and to the company's needs. You also need to consider how much of your time can be used for getting certified.

You have to schedule time every week to attend classes. This will be done for four weeks prior to the examination. Classes may either be offline or online. Regardless of which you choose, these are still instructor-led and with predetermined schedules. There will also be some self-paced study.

After completing the study requirements, you will soon be given the exam schedule. To better prepare for the exam, review the personality profiles, their evaluation responses and how these people will behave within the work environment. You can also study possible interventions based on their profiles. Even before you become certified, you can start applying what you learned in your office.

The cost of the certification can greatly influence your choice in the type of certificate that you would like to get. Generally, the online classes and exams cost less than the offline ones. Be sure to register for your desired schedule early, since class slots are limited to around twenty. If you already bought your copy of the Workplace Facilitation Kit, you may also be given a discount by the administrator.

While there are many profile assessments that you can use for your employees, the DISC assessment is still one of the most popular ones. This could be because of how close it is in predicting a person's workplace performance. Then, as a leader you will have a guide on how you can develop this person to become better.




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