Professional Certificates are a type of credential, typically delivered by an industry body, to demonstrate/acknowledge/verify a person’s ability to perform a job-related function. This definition includes professional certificates offered through institutions (CFA, PMI) and online study courses (Kaplan, Becker).
Micro-credentials designed and delivered by third-party platforms (Udacity nanodegrees, Coursera specializations, Udemy certificates) are not included in this segment.
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Most recent update: Mar 2024