Certifications,
Classes, and Cards If you want to boost your resume fast,
take that first step towards a degree, help with that promotion, or
compliment your degree. Certificate programs are designed for those
individuals who need basic skills for entry-level positions or for employees
who want to be promoted or transferred within their organizations.Certifications
are defined as an occupational competency examination, a complete industry
certification program, or a state-issued professional license from a
recognized industry, trade, or professional association or entity. Most
certificate programs consist of four to six courses in a single discipline.
Certificates are a credential, of high value in business and industry,
and will help make you more employable.
But before you spend your money on a certification course, you
need to know that the certification program is "Accredited". Like getting a "Unaccredited Degree", obtaining Unaccredited
Certifications can be a waste of time and money because employers may
not accept them as viable credentials. Employers want to see certications
from institutions who are known to be reliable resources. In general,
credits derived from a completion of an accredited certificate programm,
may be transferred and applied to a accredited degree program. Best
practices for obtaining accredited certifications are to contact the
accrediting organizations that accredit schools or programs in an industry.Go
on our "Schools Page to learn more about "Accreditation"
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the technology providers, current or future employers requirements,
and accrediting organizations.
Overnight
Certifications
Fast Certifications to help get a job fast.
Driver's License-If
you can get a Driver's License or had it before, get it again, even
if you do not drive. Any job you apply for needs valid ID at the least.
One example is New York City. People don't drive but they have their
license. You need a Driver's License for so many things. If you have
tickets. Pay them, what ever it takes get your Drivers License. Food Handlers Card-Get
them on-line or through the county where you live. Usually $10
Last 2 to 3 years. Search online for your states website or one of the
many authorized testing websites. Food
Handlers Classes. CPR, First Aid, BCLS-Cardiopulmonary
Resucitation and Basic Life. Knowing how to save a life smart besides
a great cheap certification. There are tons of websites that offer this
service. Search on line for CPR Certifaction, then You watch animations,
take a test and print your CPR certificate. Between $20 and $60. Last
2 to 3 Years. Server-Alcohol-Most jobs
as a waitress or waiter where alcohol is served will require an Alcohol
Server Permit or Certification.Issued by the Alcohol and Beverage Commission.
Business
Accounting-
(Basic)Certifications are awarded with the completion of a test that
includes journalizing and posting, payroll preparation, banking and
banking procedures, automated accounting, merchandise inventory, and
completing the accounting cycle.Provided by NOCTI (Complete)- journalizing
and posting, payroll preparation, banking and banking procedures, automated
accounting, merchandise inventory, completing the accounting cycle,
and advanced accounting principles.Provided by NOCTI Administrative Assistant-Successful
completion of a test that includes keyboarding/computer applications,
interpersonal/employability skills, records management, office procedures,
communication skills, computational skills/accounting, and mail processing.
Provider NOCTI Business Concepts-Tests
covering business law, communications, economics, emotional intelligence,
financial analysis, human resource management, information management,
marketing, operations, professional development, and strategic management. Marketing-Tests covering
marketing, distribution, marketing-information management, product/service
management, promotion, selling.
Automotive
Automotive Repair(ASE)-Succesful
completion of exams covering engine repair, automatic transmission and
transaxle, manual drive train and axles, suspension and steering, brakes,
electrical and electronic systems, heating and air conditioning, or
engine performance. Provided by National Institute for Automotive Service
Excellence. Collision Repair(ASE)-Exams
that cover welding, sheet metal/panel alignment, plastic repairs, structural,
glass, trim and hardware, estimating, safety/environmental, airbags/restraints,
air conditioning systems and corrosion,painting and refinishing,analysis
and damage repair,e lectrical/Mechanical components.Provided by National
Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Parts Specialist(ASE)-
Exams covering auto manufactures and after/market car and truck parts.
Provided by National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
Software Development-Java,
Java 2, PHP, C++, Ruby, Python,Groovy, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Linux
Redhat, MySQL., Flash, Rails', AJAX., Direct X, VisualFoxpro,PERL 6,
Javascript. J2EE, XML Adobe-Macromedia-
Adobe Acrobat 8.0, Adobe After Effects, Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe GoLive,
Adobe Illustrator 1, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere,
Adobe LiveMotion, Adobe PageMaker. CS3-Flash,Coldfusion Provide by Adobe
Systems Inc. AutoCAD and Solidworks-Drawing
files in the AutoCAD software,Annotation, Drawing, Drawing Shapes, Drawing
View, Editing, Editing Objects, File Management, Format, Inserting Objects,
and Utilities and Settings. Boreland-BPC
AppServer, Enterprise Server, VisiBroker for Java, VisiBroker for C++,
Delphi, Jbuilder, or C++ Builder, and Kylix. Database-MySQL,
MySQL Server Mobile-Mobile
6.0. .NET Compact Framework, Windows Embedded CE CETK, Symbian, J2ME Microsoft Office Specialist-(MOS)
Test by Microsoft, Wireless-
AceWP,AceWD, AceWE, CAI Security Professionals-CISSP,
SANS, GIAC, GSCE, ISC, SSCP, (CISA), Security+, SND, CEH, SCNP,CHFI www.sans.org. and www.isc2.org offer online Security Professional Certification Programs. System Administrators-MCP, MCSD, MCSE Technician (CST)and A+-
Comptia A+,MCDST, ITIL, Technical Support-Technical
support for the personal computer and its programs, Windows XP, Vista. Network-Cisco
Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) exam, Comptia Network +, Anything
from CISCO. Storage-SAN,SNCP, WOW Certs Webmaster-CIW
(Associate,Professional and Master), BCIP, AWP, Dreamweaver, Coldfusion,
Flash, CWP Web Developer-MCPD
(Microsoft Certified Professional Developer), SCJP (SUN Certified Java
Programmer)
MCTS SQL Server 2005 (The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist),RHCE
(Red Hat Certified Engineer) Project Management-ISO,
PMP, APMC,Certified E-Commerce Consultant, CPM, CIERP (Certified Implementer
of Enterprise Resource Planning) certified, CAPM,
The above will not provide all the answers please visit these sites
to begin learning all about Computers and IT Certifications www.brainbench.com www.prosofttraining.com www.cisco.com www.nocti.org www.certification.about.com www.comptia.com
Cable
Installer
Cable Installer(BICSI)-Successful
completion of a written and hands-on examination. Provided by International
Telecommunications Association
Cosmetology
Cosmetology-Exams
covering salon management/accounting; shampooing, conditioning, cutting,
styling, coloring, permanent waving, and relaxing hair; skin care; wig
services; cleaning and sterilizing equipment; and composition of hair,
skin, and nails.Provided by NOCTI
Construction
Carpentry NCCTest -Successful
completion of exams covering construction math; introduction to hand
and power tools; introduction to blueprints; basic communication and
employability skills; wood building materials, fasteners, and adhesives;
floor systems; wall and ceiling framing; roof framing; windows and exterior
doors; reading plans and elevations; site layout one—distance
measurement and leveling; introduction to concrete and reinforcing materials;
foundations and flatwork; exterior finishing; roofing applications;
thermal and moisture protection; stairs; framing with metal studs; interior
finish one—doors; interior finish three—window, door, floor,
and ceiling trim. Provided by NOCTI Masonary-power tools,
safety, materials and methods, blueprints and specifications, masonry
layout and applications, fireplaces and chimneys, masonry structure
maintenance, scaffolding, trade appreciation and human relations, arches,
steps, patios and pattern bonds and specialty area of blocklaying. Provided
by NOCTI Electrical Principles-basic
electricity and electrical theory; safety; electrical quantities and
Ohm’s Law; resistors; series, parallel and combination circuits;
measuring instruments; using wire tables and determining conductor sizes;
alternating current; magnetic induction; inductance in alternating current
schedules; resistance-inductive series circuits; resistive-inductive
parallel circuits; capacitors; single-phase transformers; and single-phase
motors. Provided by Thomson Delmar Learning/Home Builders Institute. HVAC-Types of furnaces,
gas fuels (natural gas, LP gas), combustion, gas valve, automatic combination
gas valve, manifold, orifice, burners, pilots, gas furnace wiring diagrams,
and troubleshooting techniques. Provided by HVAC Excellence Residential Plumbing-Exams
covering: Materials; hand and power tools; pipe, fittings, valves, and
devices; fixtures and equipment; faucets and drain assemblies; equipment
layout and installation; water distribution and installation; installation
of waste drainage and vent systems; fixture and equipment installation;
troubleshooting and plumbing repairs; and troubleshooting hydronic heating
systems.
Culinary
and Cooking
ACCESS-A
written exam that focuses on the concepts and tasks performed by chefs
and cooks either meal or pastry specialty provided by the American Culinary
Federation, Inc. (ACF) Comercial Food-Exams covering
an overview of food service, sanitation, safety, equipment, production
techniques, recipes, purchasing and management skills, menu planning
and service.Provided by NOCTI
Customer
Service
National Customer Service
Specialist-Exam of up of real-life
customer service situations, some presented through video and audio,
with questions presenting possible courses of action. Test given by
National Retail Federation Foundation
Dental
Dental AssistantNRDA Certification-Pass
exams covering: Recording of data, patient and dental health care work
education, prevention of cross-contamination and transmission, maintaining
aseptic conditions, selecting disinfection or sterilization, performing
sterilization procedures, performing disinfection procedures, occupational
safety. Provided Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
Engineering
Drafting and Design-Succeful
completion of testing that includes basic drawing skills, performing
architectural activities, site/plot plans, sections and details, terms,
symbols and abbreviations, supplemental architectural activities, interpreting
construction documents, Computer Aided Drafting, accessibility and safety
, plans and elevations. Provided by NOCTI Pre-Engineering-Exams
with an overview of engineering, design process/problem solving, manufacturing,
materials, communication and teamwork, safety, and engineering systems.Provided
by NOCTI
Legal
Legal (ALS)-Pass
exams covering written communication, office procedures and legal knowledge,ethics,
human relations, and judgment. Provided by The Association for Legal
Professionals Criminal Justice-Pass
exams covering crime scene handling, use of force continuum, criminal
law and procedures, health issues, police concepts and skills, corrections
concepts and skills, court system, communication, security, and understanding
and working with special populations.NOCTI
Floriculture/Horticulture
Floriculture-Floral
design, small business, greenhouse operations, plant sciences, and soil
sciences. NOCTI Horticulture-Exams covering
pest management, fundamentals of irrigation, basic nursery/greenhouse
skills, horticulture retail, landscape construction, landscape maintenance,
golf course maintenance, and arboriculture.
Hospitality
Hospitality (START)-Exams
in hospitlity skills: that include guest services, rooms division, front
desk, reservationist, PBX operator, guest room attendant, maintenance
worker, laundry attendant, public service cleaner, bell services attendant,
and food and beverage division (restaurant server, banquet services,
and bus person). Given by American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA) Hospitality Management-Exams
covering: guest relations/concierge; understanding hospitality marketing;
the marketing department; marketing to organizations; safety on the
job; cashier; travel and tourism; restaurant management; food and beverage
service; and legal and ethical responsibilities.Given by American Hotel
and Lodging Association (AH&LA)
Industrial
Machining-Written
and Performance exams covering: Organization and shop practices, measurement
and inspection, shop math, interpretation of blueprints, design activities,
benchwork, precision grinding machines, lathes, power saws, milling,
cutting tool technology, drill presses, electro-discharge machines (EDM),
computer numerical control (CNC), machine maintenance, metallurgical
processes and heat treating, and application of technical information.Test
given by NIMS Manufacturing- Tests covering:Math,
science, measurement, communication skills, workplace safety, health
and job skills, quality assurance (maintenance), blueprint reading,
manufacturing fundamentals, processes and materials, planning and scheduling,
production processing, material utilization, computer use, process control
and improvement, time motion and costs, purchasing and resource identification
activities, computer control functions, PLCs and automated manufacturing,
communication processes, electrical/electromechanical fluid components,
and design processes.NOCTI Entry Level Welder (SENSE)-Exams
covering written and performance-based welding principles to include:
Thermal cutting processes, basic heat treat/metallurgy/distortion control,
welding terms/symbols/blueprint reading, weld inspection, knowledge
of welding consumables, safety, power source principles, oxyfuel welding
and brazing, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding/flux
cored arc welding, basic knowledge of measuring instruments, welding
qualifications and procedures, and welding costs.Given by the American
Welding Society and NOCTI
Medical
Emergency Medical Technician-Pratical
and writtn testing focusing on emergency treatment of victims of accident,
injury, or illness.Given by NOCTI Home
Health Aide-Exams covering first aid; abbreviations,
vocabulary, and communication; employability skills; client care/medications;
safety; nutrition and elimination; positioning; client transfer; personal
care; home maintenance management; and client rights. NOCTI Medical Assistant-Exams
covering general office procedures, general laboratory procedures and
diagnostics, clinical procedures, patient instruction and foundations
of healthcare. Nurse Aide-Written and
practical exams on basic emergency procedures, vital signs, intake and
output, bathing and oral hygiene, care of the skin, communication and
interpersonal skills, infection control, patients’ rights, restorative
therapy, and the unique needs and behaviors of the cognitively impaired
patient. Your state Board of Nursing Pharmacy Technician-Exams
covering medications, side-effects, patient education, insurance and
more. Given by Your State Board of Pharmacy
