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About IAAP
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The International Association of Administrative
Professionals (IAAP) is a not-for-profit professional association with
approximately 40,000 members and affiliates and nearly 600 chapters
worldwide. IAAP works in partnership with employers to promote
professional excellence.
IAAP
Mission, Objectives, Purpose, Vision and Core Values
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The IAAP
mission is
to be the acknowledged, recognized leader of administrative
professionals and to enhance their individual and collective value,
image, competence, and influence.
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IAAP's
purpose
is to provide information,
education, and training and to set standards of excellence recognized by
the business community on a global perspective.
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IAAP's
objectives
are to elevate the standards of all administrative professionals and to
promote their working relationships with management through continuing
education, authorized programs, and publications.
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IAAP's
vision
Association History
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Founded
in 1942 as the National Secretaries Association (NSA)
to provide a professional network and educational resources for
secretarial staff. The association's name was changed in 1998 to the
International
Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
to encompass the large number of varied administrative job titles and
recognize the advancing role of administrative support staff in business
and government.
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IAAP
established the Certified Professional Secretary (CPS)
program in 1951 to set recognized standards of excellence in the
profession. IAAP introduced an additional advanced certification, the
Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
program, in 2001.
Association Structure
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total of 40,000+ members and affiliates; nearly 600 chapters; 36
regional divisions in six districts. International in scope – members and chapters in 66
countries. IAAP has members
in most Fortune 500 companies, hundreds of mid to small-sized
businesses, educational institutions, non-profit organizations,
and federal, state, and local government agencies.
IAAP
is a non-profit organization classified by the IRS as a
501(c) 6 association. Governed by a 12-member International
Board of Directors, elected annually by member delegates at the
IAAP International Convention and Education Forum.
IAAP owns
and operates its headquarters building located in Kansas City,
Missouri.
IAAP Core Values
Integrity:
Encouragement
Leadership:
Loyalty:
Professionalism:
Relevance:
Pride:
Connection:
Individual
Importance:
Definition of Administrative Professional
IAAP defines administrative
professionals as "individuals who are responsible for administrative
tasks and coordination of information in support of an office related
environment and who are dedicated to furthering their personal and
professional growth in their chosen profession."
Trust for each other in all
relationships, including those with other members, staff, employers,
vendors, leaders, mentors and sponsors. Offer inspiration for
administrative professionals to fulfill their potential and advance
their careers. Members serve as positive ambassadors and role models for
both the profession and association; leadership development is a key
purpose of IAAP. Loyalty to the profession, to employers, and to IAAP is
a characteristic of true professionals and is highly valued in business.
A commitment to excellence, both individually and collectively, is a
hallmark of IAAP.
To assure that IAAP continues to offer worthwhile programs and
services—and meet members’ evolving needs. Pride in our chosen career
field and membership in IAAP. IAAP offers invaluable opportunities to
develop long-term friend-ships, to share information and build
camaraderie among professionals. Each member is an important individual
contributor and asset to the organization. IAAP’s core values, defined
as a set of guiding principles or tenets that define what the
organization stands for.
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