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Professional certificate

Also called: industry certification, industry credential, career certificate, certification, professional certification, credential

A credential that shows a person has passed training or an exam in a specific job skill, such as IT support, cloud or project management. It is usually shorter than a degree. Founders see them on resumes and in workforce programs that pay for them.

For example: A founder hiring an IT support person looks for candidates who hold a recognized entry-level IT certification.

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