Career Certifications You Can Get in Less Than a Year
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Posted By: Anica Oaks on November 01, 2022 With the job market becoming increasingly competitive, many people are looking for ways to stand out from the crowd and make themselves more attractive to employers. One way to do this is by getting a career certification. Many types of career certifications are available, and you can often get them in less than a year. Here are some of the most popular types of career certifications. CPR or AED CertificationThis certification is necessary for anyone who wants to work in the medical field or wants to be able to help someone in an emergency. The CPR/AED certification teaches individuals how to perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator. Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) CertificationThe CEH certification is offered by the International Council of E-Commerce Consultants and is designed to certify individuals proficient in ethical hacking techniques. To qualify for the CEH certification, you must have two years of information security understanding. The CEH certification exam consists of 125 queries and is four hours long. Medical Assistant CertificationWith the rise of online medical coding classes, getting certified and entering the healthcare field is easier than ever. Medical assistants often work directly with patients, performing tasks like taking vital signs and recording medical history. They also assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and organizing medical records. With hospitals always needing skilled workers, the career outlook for this career is positive. So why not take online coding classes to become a certified medical assistant? Your future patients will thank you for it. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) CertificationThe CISA certification is presented by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and is designed to certify individuals proficient in auditing information systems. To qualify for the CISA certification, you must have at least five years of information systems auditing experience, three years of experience, and a college degree in information systems auditing or a related field. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) CertificationThe CSM certification is offered by Scrum Alliance and is designed to certify individuals proficient in Scrum methodology. To qualify for the CSM certification, you must have attended a two-day CSM training course from a certified Scrum Trainer. The CSM certification exam consists of 35 questions and is one-hour long. Many types of career certifications are available, and you can often get them in less than a year. With the job market becoming increasingly competitive, getting a certification can assist you stand out from the crowd and make yourself more attractive to employers. So why not consider getting a certification in your desired field? It could be the key to landing your dream job. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Anica Oaks
Freelance Writer, Freelance University of San Francisco class of 2012 Member Since November 2016 |
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