# How to earn module certification: A step-by-step guide

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This guide outlines the process for earning certification in any module of the peer learning course. Follow these steps carefully to complete the certification process successfully.

## Prerequisites

Before beginning the certification process, ensure you have:

- Completed all mandatory units in the module
- Familiarized yourself with the module content

## Step 1: Invite a colleague

1. Navigate to the certification section of your module
2. Click on "Invite a Colleague"
3. Personalize the invitation message rather than using the default text
4. Speak directly with your colleague to explain the course
5. After confirming their participation, click "Mark as Completed"
6. Click "Next" to proceed to Step 2

## Step 2: Answer reflective questions

1. Click "Start Submission" to begin
2. Read both reflective questions carefully
3. Compose thoughtful, personal responses based on your own experiences and learning from the module
4. Review your answers thoroughly before submitting
5. Click "Submit Responses" (Note: You cannot edit your responses after submission)
6. Click "Next" to proceed to Step 3

## Step 3: Review and provide feedback

1. Read another participant's responses carefully
2. Rate the overall quality of their responses using the provided scale:
- No answer
- Insufficient
- Developing
- Strong
- Exceptional
3. Provide constructive feedback (minimum 25 words) that:
- Acknowledges specific strengths in their reflection
- Offers at least one specific suggestion for improvement
- Shares relevant insight from your own experience (if applicable)
4. Review your feedback carefully
5. Click "Confirm" to submit your feedback
6. Click "Next" to proceed to Step 4

## Step 4: Access and reflect on feedback

1. Wait to receive feedback from another participant (you may need to check back later)
2. Once feedback is available, click "Reflect Now"
3. Read your original responses
4. Review the feedback you received
5. Take time to consider the feedback thoughtfully
6. Click "Mark as Completed"
7. Click "Next" to proceed to Step 5

## Step 5: Answer value creation questions

1. Rate how your participation impacted various aspects of your professional life on a scale of 1-6 (1 = strongly disagree, 6 = strongly agree):
- Professional identity
- Social connections
- Practical application
- Professional influence
- Perspective changes
2. Provide optional explanatory comments where you feel moved to elaborate
3. Review your responses
4. Click "Confirm" to submit
5. Click "Next" to proceed to the final step

## Step 6: Generate and download your certificate

1. Click "Generate Certificate"
2. Download your certificate as a PDF (certificates are only available for one week)
3. Optional: Share your achievement on social media platforms using the provided links
4. Optional: Share the certificate page with others

## Important notes

- You cannot edit or undo your submissions at any stage
- You do not need to complete all modules in order—you may skip around
- You may complete modules at your own pace
- The peer learning process relies on participation, so inviting colleagues is essential

Congratulations on completing your module certification.