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Support continuous learning for certification and professional development

Longitudinal assessment powered by CertLink

The ABMS AssessLink longitudinal assessment platform, powered by CertLink®, helps organizations in any industry encourage and build a culture of lifelong learning for certification or professional advancement. The platform supports knowledge development by administering shorter assessments of specific content at regular intervals. It requires users to recall what was previously learned and then build on their knowledge to keep learning dynamic and continuous.

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Configure the platform to your assessment needs

The CertLink longitudinal assessment platform can be configured to your program requirements to evaluate your participants’ knowledge in real time.

Customize the user interface with your logo and branding
Create or upload questions and manage your question bank
Determine the number and frequency of questions administered
Select question timer options and limits
Develop question display format and include images and video
Design a dynamic, personalized progress and performance dashboard

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Onboarding process

We offer program support through every step — from concept to delivery and maintenance.

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User experience

See how users experience an assessment and track their progress through the CertLink platform.

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The advantage of longitudinal assessment powered by CertLink

The CertLink platform supports credentialing organizations to create, manage, and deliver longitudinal assessments, including multiple-choice and article-based formats.

It was created by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)® and several of its certifying Member Boards to elevate continuing certification of medical specialists. Assessments powered by CertLink have replaced periodic recertification exams, making learning continuous and helping board certified physicians remain current in their knowledge. More than five million questions have been answered by 40,000+ physicians.

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What is longitudinal assessment?

Longitudinal assessment is based on adult learning theory, a proven method to help ensure continuous acquisition of knowledge. It recognizes that adult learners are autonomous and self-directing. They seek out learning based on past experiences, personal needs, and the ability to apply what they learn to real-life situations.

The longitudinal assessment evaluation process involves answering questions of specific content on an ongoing basis. Individuals receive immediate feedback on their performance and suggestions for further study. The process helps them identify and fill knowledge gaps, demonstrate proficiency, and readily transfer knowledge into practice. It results in better long-term retention than repeatedly studying the same material.

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