How To Obtain DISC Assessment Certification

By Charles Graham


If you are a manager or a business owner, it is important that you understand how each of your employees differ and how they can contribute to the organization. Getting certified in administering assessments, such as the DISC assessment certification, will give you more tools in knowing how to lead your organization better.

Before you apply for certification, the first thing that you need to know is what the profile classification is about. There are many profile exams that can be given to new employees and this is just one of them. It is founded on the behavior theory by William Moulton Marston and it revolves within the four personality traits. This assesses how a person responds to rules, challenges and influences. It has nothing to do with a person's intelligence.

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.

To better understand this profile system, take the evaluation yourself. Assess the results if they match similar profile assessments that you have taken in the past. Does the result reflect how you perceive yourself? Did it reveal something about yourself that you could not explain before? Will your company benefit from the same evaluation?

Determine the type of certificate that you will need. Consider the needs of your company and your role in addressing behavioral issues. You may also ask for advice of other leaders in the company. You can also seek the opinion of people with similar accreditations to find out how those are working for them.

Be prepared to attend four weeks of classes. There will be one instructor-led session every week. You should also expect some self-paced study materials that you have to complete. Offline and online classes are being offered. Both options have fixed schedules that you are required to attend.

The exam will take place soon after your four weeks of study. Familiarize yourself with the four traits, the questions that determine a person's classification and common applications of the profile system. These will help you be well-prepared to get your certificate.

The cost of learning and getting a certificate is a huge factor in deciding to enroll in the program and in choosing the classes. Online classes are typically less expensive than in-person classes. The Workplace Facilitation Kit is already included in the class fees. If you purchased this separately, you may be eligible for a discount upon verification 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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