Membership Brochure
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Benefits of Membership
Membership in Bahamas Chapter affords one the opportunity to network with other office professionals where you can get to share ideas relative to workplace issues.
As you are aware, networking is a powerful tool whereby our members are strategically connected to hear about job opportunities in many of the top businesses in corporate Bahamas. Not only are we the first to hear of first class jobs first hand, but many businesses contact our Association when seeking to employ Executive/Administrative Assistants where they are certain to obtain applications at the required level, as oppose to advertising in the media and receiving an inordinate amount of applications and having to shortlist applicants.
Membership in IAAP affords membership discounts for seminars, conferences both locally and internationally and again the opportunity to network with other professionals globally.
As a member of Bahamas Chapter IAAP one is also afforded the opportunity to work with students within our Student Chapters in the high schools which the association sponsors etc.
Employers recognize the value one brings to the establishment having affiliated oneself with a professional entity. Also, by indicating that you are affiliated with a professional organization says that you see yourself as a professional and would like to be treated as such.
Many members advise that they came into the association with no real expectations, save for been noted a member on one’s Resume, but after serving and working on Committees, realized phenomenal growth in oneself and found themselves serving in capacities that normally would be out of their comfort zone. Equally, Bosses also see this growth, which can result in promotions etc.
Who Qualifies For Professional Membership?
- A person who is, or within the last two years has been employed as an Administrative Professional; or
- A person who has attained the Certified Professional Secretary® (CPS®) rating, or Certified Administrative Professional® (CAP®) rating; or
- A teacher who is employed in the teaching of business education.
Who Qualifies For Membership?
- Administrative Assistants;
- Secretaries/Executive Secretaries;
- Office Administrators and Managers;
- Receptionists;
- Clerical Staff; and,
- All other Administrative Professionals.
Certified Professional Secretary® (CPS) and Certified Administrative Professional® (CAP) Programs
In 2001, IAAP introduced a new certification program to expand upon the CPS program. This new certification, the CAP, includes four parts. CPS holders will be required to take only the section testing organizational planning.
The CPS Examination is a one-day exam with three parts. The CAP exam is a one and one-half day exam with four parts. The exams are administered each May and November.
What's In It For You?
- Take advantage of cutting edge educational resources;
- Enhance your leadership and management skills;
- Build valuable professional networks and friendships;
- Advance your career.
Annual Educational Conventions and Seminars
Every year The Bahamas Chapter hosts two (2) educational conventions during the months of April and September."
How Can I Join?
Meet the professional qualifications, attend at least one of our monthly meetings, be sponsored by one of our members and contact the Membership Chairperson through our voicemail telephone number. We will be happy to return your call and assist you with any enquiries you may have.
When and Where Do We Meet?
All are welcome to attend our meetings, which are held the third Thursday of each month at British Colonial Hilton, No. 1 Bay Street, at 6:00 p.m.
Some Membership Benefits Tangible/ Intangible
- Qualify to win the “Perky O’Brien, CPS Most Outstanding Member Award”
- Discounted registration rates at all seminars, workshops and conventions
- Re-certification points at Educational and Professional Development events
- Networking with fellow Office Professionals
- Leadership Skills
- CPS/CAP Certification
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