The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 GISCI Map Contest, which concluded with record-breaking participation and inspiring creativity. With 71 submissions from across the globe—more than any previous year, the contest continues to highlight the diverse talents and innovations of the cartographic community.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is pleased to announce that it is transitioning its certificate generation process to Certifier, a leading platform for issuing secure and verifiable digital credentials.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) proudly announces the successful completion of the first class of its newly launched GISP-E (Emerging GIS Professional) certification program. This landmark achievement marks a significant step in the evolution of professional development for the next generation of geographic information systems (GIS) practitioners.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is proud to launch the PreGISP program, a new initiative designed to help emerging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) professionals gain early industry recognition. Launching this April, the PreGISP program serves as a pathway for recent and soon-to-be graduates to transition from academic studies to professional practice. 

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) proudly announces that 194 geospatial professionals have earned their GIS Professional (GISP®) certification following the successful completion of the December 2024 GISCI Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam. 

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) has announced the testing window for the Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam®, a key component of the GISP® (Certified GIS Professional) certification. The exam will be available from June 7 - 15, 2025 and will once again be administered through Pearson VUE’s global network of computer-based testing (CBT) centers.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is proud to announce the City of Sioux Falls as its newest GISCI-designated Endorsing Employer.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is thrilled to announce the appointment of a new president and several outstanding board members, highlighting its unwavering commitment to elevating the geospatial profession and driving innovation in the field.