Transcript Accreditation of Professional Statisticians by the Statistical Society of

2006
Accreditation for Statisticians Practicing in Canada
May, 2006
Presented by:
Dr. Judy-Anne Chapman,
National Cancer Institute of Canada Clinical Trials Group,
Queen's University
Statistical Society of Canada
What’s involved in Statistical Accreditation?
Two Levels of Accreditation:
• Professional (designated as P.Stat)
• Associate (designated as A.Stat.)
Statistical Society of Canada
What do P.Stat. And A.Stat. Have?
Good Statistical Practices:
• Planning of projects and studies;
• Data collection and management;
• Analyses of data;
• Synthesis of results;
• Interpretation of data and results; and,
• Oral and written communication about projects and
studies.
Statistical Society of Canada
How will Accreditation help employers?
An Accredited Professional Statistician will:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Possess statistical skills from formal training
Have demonstrated skill in applying Statistics
Possess sound oral and written communication skills
Document records of professional development
Follow ethical practices that meet professional standards
Develop the ability to build strong working relationships with
colleagues/clients
Statistical Society of Canada
How will Accreditation help statisticians?
•
•
•
•
•
Enhance professional practice
Facilitate professional development
Facilitate mentorship for new graduates
Foster communication among statisticians
Promote continuing professional development
Statistical Society of Canada
How to apply to become a P.Stat. or A.Stat.?
Detailed information: www.ssc.ca
Certain important information, you should be aware of …
Statistical Society of Canada
Confidentiality
•
•
•
•
Reviewers roles and duties
Storage of documents
Letters of confidentiality
What if no written reports available?
Statistical Society of Canada
Any Questions
Dr. Judy-Anne Chapman,
National Cancer Institute of Canada Clinical Trials Group,
Queen's University
email:[email protected]
Statistical Society of Canada