If you have ever considered pursuing a professional credential, maybe NOW is the right time! I'm not referring to professions that currently require a license or certification to obtain employment, such as medicine, nursing, public accounting (to function as a CPA), architecture, etc. Professional certification is becoming increasingly popular and even required in many industries. It is common to see job postings that list a certification/credential as a preferred qualification of the best fit candidate; such as PHR-Professional in Human Resources, PMP-Project Management Professional, CMPE-Certified Medical Practice Executive, CPC-Certified Professional Coder for example.Learning and training opportunities have never been more available and flexible (online courses, distance/home study courses, seminars, conferences, webinars, etc.). Professional certification is a great way to gain new skills and knowledge, as well as to validate experience and expertise.
Here are few targeted resources to assist you in researching professional certification programs across a wide array of industries:
- Career OneStop - Certification Finder www.acinet.org/certifications_new/cert_search_occupation.asp
- Weddle's Association Directory - Identify professional associations in your field, then research the certification programs that may be sponsored/endorsed by the association. www.weddles.com/associations/index.cfm
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