We now offer several levels of certification.
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Whether you are just starting to learn about the Vested business model, or are seeking recognition as a Certified Deal Architect (CDA), we have a certification level just for you. For an overview of the complete certification program, including course descriptions, requirements, prerequisites, etc. please click this link.
Each of the certification levels is highlighted below:
Vested Foundation Certification
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Foundation Certification
The Foundation Certification program is where individuals learn the foundational knowledge of Vested, laying a strong base for any Vested journey and paving the way to all other certification levels. There are no prerequisites and anyone with an interest in learning about Vested can take the required online courses to earn the Vested Foundation Certificate. To earn the certificate, individuals must complete two online courses, Vested Orientation and Vested Five Rules.
Quizzes in each course validate an individual’s understanding of the basic knowledge of Vested.
Click here to download a one-page description of the Foundation Certificate and the requirements.
Click here to Register to earn your Foundation Certification.
Vested Practitioner Certification
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Practitioner Certification
The Vested Practitioner Certification program is designed to encourage individuals working in a strategic relationship to gain a working knowledge of Vested without going through the rigor of becoming a Certified Deal Architect. The Practitioner Certification program is inspired by the ITIL and Agile certification programs – both of which have a “Practitioner” level. The Practitioner Certification level is ideal for individuals who want to move from “understanding” Vested to “applying” Vested in the real world.
To earn a Practitioner Certificate, individuals must complete five courses.
Quizzes in each course validate an individual’s understanding of the basic knowledge of Vested.
Click here to download a one-page description of the Practitioner Certificate and the requirements.
Click here to Register to become a Vested Certified Practitioner.
Certified Deal Architect (CDA)
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Certified Deal Architect (CDA) Program
The CDA program is a highly regarded certification designed for individuals responsible for strategic partnerships and supplier/client relationships. The program is modeled after a typical journeyman approach where individuals must apply their knowledge in practice. Individuals interested in pursuing their CDA must complete all of the Vested courses to become a CDA. Some of these courses are free, some are online and some are live (in-person and virtual offerings). Besides the knowledge gained in the UT courses, CDA Candidates must complete the UT CDA Validation capstone course that involves leading their organization to create a Vested agreement.
Click here to download a one-page description of the CDA Program and the requirements.
Click here to Register to become a Certified Deal Architect.
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CDA Coaching Program
The CDA Coaching Program consists of two courses: Continuing Education and a Certified Coach Exam.
CDA Continuing Education Program
The CDA Continuing Education Program is an ongoing continuing education program that brings both on-demand and in-person learning opportunities to CDAs and is designed to give all CDAs the ability to stay current. The program provides CDAs with the latest case studies, best practices, tools and resources. Content includes a variety of topics designed to help CDAs be better CDAs as they support their organizations and clients in doing more Vested deals and/or relational contracts. Content also includes positive experiences and examples & negative experiences and examples – both of which contribute to helping CDAs improve.
The CDA Continuing Education program is available to all individuals who are Certified Deal Architects. Click here to download a short PDF of the CDA Continuing Education program and the requirements.
Are you already a CDA? Click here to Register for the CDA Continuing Education course.
Vested Certified Coach (Advanced Skills)
The Vested Certified Coach designation is a prestigious recognition for CDAs who possess exceptional expertise and knowledge of both the theory and practice of the Vested methodology and relational contracting practices. Typically, Vested Certified Coaches are professional deal makers who work on multiple deals in their careers. Vested Certified Coaches have a comprehensive understanding of Vested in practice and can evaluate how well a Deal Architect team is architecting their agreement. Vested Certified Coaches can successfully lead a Sourcing Business Model workshop, interpret Compatibility and Trust (CaT) Assessment results, perform a Deal Review and facilitate an organization through a Request for Partner process.
The Vested Certified Coach program is available to all individuals who are Certified Deal Architects, have completed at least two Vested Deals (including at least one Certified Vested Deal), and are actively enrolled in the CDA Coaching Program. Click here to download a one-page description of the Vested Certified Coach program and the requirements.