IPEDS Keyholder Essentials: A Beginner's Guide

Created for data providers with less than 9 months of experience as keyholders, this mentor-supported course covers basic concepts and definitions, such as what IPEDS is, components that make up an IPEDS submission, IPEDS requirements and your responsibilities as a Keyholder, and tips and tricks on how to complete accurate and timely IPEDS submissions.

This curriculum is intended for both officially designated IPEDS Keyholders as well as individuals who serve in a secondary (proxy Keyholder) role assisting the official IPEDS Keyholder in the data collection/entry process.

Highlights

  • No tuition charge to participants
  • Mentor supported
  • Self-paced curriculum over the course of one month

Space is limited to 200 participants per course, and online seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If your application is accepted, you will receive an email 1–2 business days before the course launches with information on how to access the course.

NOTE: Participants may only enroll in ONE keyholder course at a time. If you have more than 9 months of experience we recommend enrolling in AIR's IPEDS Keyholder Efficiencies course instead. 

Upcoming Sessions

IPEDS Keyholder Essentials: A Beginner's Guide - June 2024

June 01-30, 2024
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AIR's online course, IPEDS Keyholder Essentials: A Beginner's Guide, is a mentor-supported course that can be taken from the comfort of your home or office. 

Course Description

Created for data providers with less than 9 months of experience as keyholders, this course covers basic concepts and definitions, such as what IPEDS is, components that make up an IPEDS submission, IPEDS requirements and your responsibilities as a Keyholder, and tips and tricks on how to complete accurate and timely IPEDS submissions.

This curriculum is intended for both officially designated IPEDS Keyholders as well as individuals that serve in a secondary Keyholder role assisting the official IPEDS Keyholder in the data collection/entry process.

NOTE: Participants may only enroll in ONE keyholder course at a time. Additionally, participants should allow 10–12 hours to complete their chosen course within a one-month period. 

Highlights

  • No tuition charge to participants
  • Mentor supported
  • Self-paced curriculum (10–12 hours) over the course of one month

Registration

Registration closes Monday, May 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET or when capacity is reached.

Space is limited to 200 participants per course, and online seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Seat confirmations are delivered via email on a rolling basis approximately 3 business days after an online seat registration is submitted.

Questions? Email the AIR IPEDS Keyholder Course staff at ipedskeyholdercourse@airweb.org.

Financial support for the development and management of this online course is provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

Accommodations

If you have any special needs addressed by the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the IPEDS Team at ipedskeyholdercourse@airweb.org or call 850-385-4155 x2.


About Keyholder Courses Terms and Conditions

Event Type(s): Online Course
Event Topic: IPEDS
Experience Level: Beginner
Date(s): June 01-30, 2024
Cutoff Date: May 20, 2024

Registration for the June course closes Monday, May 20 at 11:59 p.m. ET or when capacity is reached.

To be notified as we post courses, check your communication preferences—ensure the “Opt Out” box for IPEDS is unchecked, and save your preferences.

Questions? Email ipedskeyholdercourse@airweb.org.

Financial support for the development and management of this online course is provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).