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GISCI offers a world-recognized GIS Professional Certification.

Member organizations are:

The Association of American Geographers (AAG)
The National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC)
The University Consortium of Geographic Information Science (UCGIS)
The Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA)

10/05/2026

Heading to the Kansas Association of Mappers Annual Conference this week? Join us for our Wednesday breakout sessions to learn more about GISP certification. We look forward to seeing you there! Learn more: https://www.kansasmappers.org/confgeninfo_hotel

09/29/2026

Attending the Kentucky GIS Conference? Add GISCI to your schedule!

Join us for two presentations covering topics important to the future of the GIS profession: an introduction to the PreGISP Program and a look at the value of professional certification in the geospatial community.

We hope to see you there!

09/23/2026

Ready to start building your GISP® portfolio? We’re here to help! Check out our helpful tips and dedicated portfolio page for guidance as you work through this important step toward GISP® certification. https://www.gisci.org/Want-to-be-a-GISP-E/Pathways-to-GISP/Completing-Your-Portfolio

09/22/2026

Know an individual or organization doing great work in GIS? There’s still time to nominate them for the GISCI Awards Program!

Help us celebrate the people and organizations making our profession stronger, advancing the field, and inspiring what’s next. Submit a nomination by October 31! https://www.gisci.org/Learn-More/GISCI-Awards

09/20/2026

Students and recent GIS graduates: this is your reminder! Registration for the GISP-E exam is now open.

Whether you’re preparing to enter the workforce or looking to add to your résumé, the GISP-E credential is a great way to demonstrate your GIS knowledge and show potential employers that you’re ready to put your skills to work.

Learn more and register for the exam: https://www.gisci.org/Want-to-be-a-GISP-E/PreGISP-GISP-E-Exam-Information

09/18/2026

Friendly reminder: December 2026 is your last opportunity to take the GISP® Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam with its current content.

If you’ve already started studying or are familiar with the current exam blueprint, now is the time to register! The exam blueprint will be updated in June 2027, so be sure to sign up for the December testing window and take advantage of the preparation you’ve already put in.

Sign up here: https://www.gisci.org/Want-to-be-a-GISP/The-Exam

09/17/2026

Want to give back to the GIS community and help shape the future of the GISP® certification exam?

GISCI is expanding its Exam Development Committee (EDC) and looking for current GISP® professionals to help develop, review, and improve exam questions. EDC members help ensure the exam reflects the knowledge and skills expected of today’s GIS professionals.

Plus, EDC service can count toward Contributions to the Profession for GISP® recertification, and GISCI covers travel expenses for in-person working sessions.

Interested in getting involved? Click here: https://www.gisci.org/News/make-a-difference-in-the-gis-community-join-the-exam-development-committee

09/16/2026

Your GIS education is just the beginning. Take the next step in building your professional credentials with the GISP-E exam!

Registration is now open for students and recent graduates (within one year of graduation). Earning the GISP-E credential is a great way to strengthen your résumé, demonstrate your GIS knowledge, and set yourself apart as you begin your career.

Get the details and register here: https://www.gisci.org/Want-to-be-a-GISP-E/PreGISP-GISP-E-Exam-Information

09/14/2026

Wondering what goes into a GISP® portfolio? It’s built around three key areas: educational achievements, professional experience, and contributions to the profession.

And here’s the good news: you can start building your portfolio at any stage of your GIS career. Learn more about the portfolio requirements and how to get started: https://www.gisci.org/Want-to-be-a-GISP/Portfolio

09/12/2026

It’s time to recognize an organization making a difference in GIS!

Know an organization that supports GISP® professionals, rewards GISP® certification, and champions open data, privacy, and public participation?

Nominate them for the GISCI Awards Program! https://www.gisci.org/Learn-More/GISCI-Awards

Address

503 E. Nifong #338
Des Plaines, IL
65201

Telephone

+18478247768

Website

http://www.gisci.org/

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