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HR’s latest disruptive trend: Goodbye, college degrees; hello, certifications

HRExecutive

Instead of college degrees appearing on resumes, increasingly, job applicants are listing professional and training certifications and even digital badges. HR leaders, unfortunately, do not have a trade group or governing body to turn to that evaluates the quality of all certifications and alternative credentials, compared to the U.S.

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SHRM Certification: Why Should #HR Pros Pay Attention

HR Bartender

Since then, SHRM has developed a certification that aligns with the competency model. In my role as a SHRM special expertise panel member and as one of the initial item writers for the SHRM certification exam, I had the opportunity to hear an update about the certification program during this year’s SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas.

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Are HR consultant jobs a good idea? [Reader Question]

UpstartHR

I have my degree and want to take the certification exam when I can. What I love: 1) Work in a variety of industries, which can greatly expand your knowledge base. Today’s question is about HR consultant jobs and whether they are a good career move for someone who is trying to break into HR. . Good News and Bad News.

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Unveiling the Secrets of Litigation Excellence: A Day in the Life of a Legal Assistant in Houston

Professional Alternatives

Additionally, legal assistants can pursue further education and certifications to enhance their career prospects. In Houston, there are numerous resources and opportunities available to help legal assistants enhance their skills and expand their knowledge base.

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Insider Tips for Swiftly Recruiting a Dynamic Project Coordinator to Shape Your Team’s Future

Professional Alternatives

Here are some tips to help you take your project coordination career to the next level: Pursue professional certifications: Earning certifications, such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, can enhance your credibility and open doors to new opportunities.

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5 Companies Using Gamification to Boost Business Results

Cornerstone On Demand

Gamified Solution: Cisco introduced three levels of certification for the social media training program: Specialist, Strategist and Master, as well as four sub-certification levels for HR, external communications, sales and internal partner teams. Engine Yard Sends Employees on Missions to Grow Its Knowledge Base.

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Crafting Your IT Dream Team: Building a Robust Helpdesk Support Department

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By maintaining a comprehensive knowledge base and troubleshooting guide, they enable efficient problem-solving and reduce downtime. This includes specific technical skills, customer service experience, and any industry certifications that may be required. This frees up the team’s time to focus on more complex problems.