Why Do the Pragmatists in OD Wish to Require Certification

question 13

Multiple Choice

Why do the pragmatists in OD wish to require certification of OD practitioners?

• A) certification would establish the requirements OD practitioners must meet
• B) certification would provide a stream of revenue for the OD Assocation
• C) certification would enable certified OD practitioners to charge a higher hourly rate
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

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