8 Free Training and Certification Options to Add to your Resume

No Time to Waste!

Since the advent of COVID19, the number of unemployed persons rose at an alarming rate. Although companies are adapting and jobless rates are dropping, there are still millions who are looking for work. What can job seekers do to keep themselves sharp in the interim? Skill up! Please note that while this may be a trying time, there is no time to waste! Speaking as a former job seeker with many obstacles that could have drove me into depression, you must remain determined, maintain your faith, and keep your skills up to date. The last thing you want to do is sit idle and let an opportunity pass you by.

In his article titled “Daily Time Planner for Job Seekers”, Ira Bowman laid out a daily schedule to keep job seekers on track while searching for employment. Please note this portion, as it is relevant to this article: “4 pm to 5 pm - Skills development time.?You can read a book from your industry, take an on-line class (visit websites like Coursera ) read blogs like those found on ProjectHelpYouGrow , or you can conduct informational interviews with people from your industry.”?Please read the entire article as it provides a ton of value.

As the owner of Jobready2dey, a career readiness firm geared toward helping job seekers find their next opportunity, many resumes and CVs come across my desk. With my experience of knowing what employers are looking for, I stand behind the regimen Ira suggests for the job seeker. To help you get on track, I will provide 8 Training and Certification options to add to your resume. These resources are extremely valuable as they are offered by 3 respected industry giants; Hubspot, Google, and the Project Management Institute. Did I mention that they are free?

As of this articles's publishing date, each of the links provided lead to a FREE training course. If you notice any changes, please let me know so updates can be made to this article.

Hubspot Academy

• Hubspot is a platform that “unites software, education, and community to help businesses grow better every day”. Some time ago, they launched an initiative to offer training free of charge, helping professionals become proficient in utilizing Hubspot software and add value to their clients. This initiative in turn generates revenue for Hubspot; win-win! Looking to take your knowledge to the next level? Take one or all of these courses and proudly display your certifications on your resume!

1. Content Marketing Certification
2. Email Marketing Certification
3. Inbound Sales Certification
4. Sales Enablement Certification

Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ) Certification

• To obtain the Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ), you must complete the Google Analytics for Beginners and Advanced Google Analytics courses. Following the completion of these courses, Google requires you to visit Skillshop to take the GAIQ exam. Upon passing the exam, your certification will be good for 12 months. Jump on this wonderful opportunity for free!

Project Management Institute (PMI) Training Courses

• To lend a helping hand during COVID19, the Project Management Institute is offering a host of free courses and other tools to help job seekers stay sharp. For the sake of this article, I will mention 3 free courses that will add value to your resume.

1. Business Continuity
2. Agile in the Program Management Office
3. Foundations of Change Management

Some of you may have been feeling down because you needed training and lacked the finances to fill the need. That barrier is now removed! Jump on these free training and certification options TODAY!

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Happy Studying!