iCCAN Certification Program
Get comfortable with using your videoconferencing equipment.
VC01 Desktop is for sites using Polycom software for video conferencing. VC01 Classroom is for sites using LifeSize classroom for their video conferencing needs.
The VC02-VC07 training series is for Polycom and LifeSize users.
To complete this training, sites will need access to a computer and the Internet as well as video conferencing equipment. Review the following course description(s) for details.
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VC 01 Equipment Orientation - Classroom
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Course Description
This interactive training course introduces you to equipment and software capabilities along with basic videoconferencing (VC) scenarios. You will learn about basic control functions of the equipment and camera.
Key videoconferencing etiquette tips will be shared, and you will be given guidelines for setting up a videoconferencing space.
You will also make a point-to-point and multi-point call using your VC equipment.
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Target Audience
New users to videoconferencing equipment and software.
Length of Instruction Hours
5 hours (Two 2.5 hour sessions) – Classroom Equipment
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Ability to operate equipment (turn on, adjust
camera, set presets, make calls)
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VC 01 Equipment Orientation - Desktop
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Course Description
This interactive training course introduces you to equipment and software capabilities along with basic videoconferencing (VC) scenarios. You will learn about basic control functions of the equipment and camera.
Key videoconferencing etiquette tips will be shared, and you will be given guidelines for setting up a videoconferencing space.
You will also make a point-to-point and multi-point call using your VC equipment.
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Target Audience
New users to videoconferencing equipment and software.
Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours – Desktop Equipment
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
Attend two VC events managed by iCCAN Checklist of Activities Submitted Four Weeks After Training Sessions
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Ability to operate equipment (turn on, adjust
camera, make calls)
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VC 02 Conferencing Setup - Classroom
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Course Description
Building on the knowledge gained in VC 01 Equipment Orientation Training you will learn essential videoconferencing (VC) etiquette, understanding various registration processes, how to schedule a virtual meeting, prepare and implement a VC session along with basic trouble shooting.
Target Audience
Participants are familiar with basic understanding of videoconferencing equipment and need to learn how to setup a VC session.
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Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours – Classroom Equipment
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Ability to schedule and run a VC session
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VC 03 Application Conferencing Setup - Classroom
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Course Description
In VC 02 training participants learned how to setup a videoconferencing (VC) session. VC 03 will explore different applications that can be used to share information with other sites and the various terminologies associated with videoconferencing. Participants will also gain knowledge on other peripheral technologies that can be used with VC.
Target Audience
Participants familiar with videoconferencing setup and wanting to use other technologies to enhance the learning experience during a VC session.
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Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours – Classroom Equipment
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Ability to incorporate multimedia practices
(connecting, identify VC friendly presentations)
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VC 04 Site Facilitation
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Course Description
Participants will learn about the key roles and responsibilities of a site facilitator. Learning to interpret the logistics of a videoconferencing (VC) session and learning techniques of how to motivate, manage and engage session participants.
Target Audience
Participants that have knowledge of VC equipment and will be setting up sessions or managing people that will be setting up sessions.
Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours
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Practical Experience Required for Certificate
Attend two VC events managed by iCCAN, initiate a VC session jointly with other sites within the iCCAN network and initiate a session jointly with iCCAN support or independently.
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Ability to facilitate a VC session as a lead
site and a participating site
- Familiar with the Roles and Responsibilities of
a host site
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VC 05 Marketing and Cost Recovery
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Course Description
Participants in this course will learn to look for opportunities to market and sell the use of their videoconferencing (VC) equipment. How to get involved in joint marketing initiatives, what the costs for use of the equipment and how to price out the use of a session. Discussion on creating a plan in order to obtain cost recovery of your equipment and being prepared for future maintenance and upgrades.
Target Audience
Site decision makers and individuals implementing the use of videoconferncing will especially benefit from this workshop. Any staff involved in videoconferencing will also gain an understanding of costs involved and to be conscience of costs related to videoconferencing.
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Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
Attend two VC events managed by iCCAN and document a sample budget for a VC event and determine whether it will be cost recoverable, profitable or run at a deficit
- Attend two VC knowledge sharing sessions
- Develop their fee model and submit to iCCAN
- Submit to iCCAN a list of marketing initiatives
from a VC event
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VC 06 Content Providers
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Course Description
Participants will learn to modify existing training resources to present using videoconferencing (VC) technologies. Learning to set up the lead and remote classrooms. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of a site facilitator, moderator and technical support persons and scheduling a session.
In the 1 hour Advanced course a personalize consultation which focuses on developing core teaching competencies and how it relates to VC. Instructors and department leads will gain insight and have access to a VC trainer who can support the modification of existing course content so that it is appropriate for an integrated e-learning platform.
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Target Audience
This training session is for instructors, presenters, facilitators, teachers, coaches and mentors.
Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
Take this training 4 – 6 weeks in advance
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VC 07 Assessment of Learning
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Course Description
Preparing videoconferencing (VC) administrators and coordinators for iCCAN’s final exam in order to receive Certification. Learners will go through an overview of all six workshops: Equipment Orientation, Technical Conferencing Setup, Application Conferencing Setup, Site Facilitating, Marketing and Cost Recovery and Content Providers. A sample final exam will be completed and reviewed.
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Target Audience
This course is for participants wanting to challenge the final exam without going through all the courses or those that have completed the courses and want to check to ensure they are ready for the final exam required for Certification.
Length of Instruction Hours
2 hours
Practical Experience Required for Certificate
Not required
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