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The Benefits of Earning a
Certificate
Certificate programs are a great
option if you want to get ahead in your current job or move into a new field. In
contrast to education programs that prepare you for a general field of work, certificate
degrees give you concrete skills that you can apply directly to your profession,
paving the way for employment and advancement opportunities.
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Animal Behavior College
 Love
working with dogs? Animal Behavior College can prepare you for a rewarding career
as a dog trainer. Owned and operated by experienced professional trainers, our schools
offer hands-on dog-training experience at over 400 locations across the U.S. We offer
low application costs, the best job placement opportunities in the nation, and best
of all, the chance to work with dog lovers and dogs all day long.
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Baker
College Online
 Baker
College, named "One of the Best Graduate Schools 2003" by U.S. News and
World Report," now offers a high-quality online education at half the cost of
comparable online schools. Choose from over 30 online programs including Business
Administration, Management, and Human Relations. Go online with Baker College and
earn your Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree with more flexibility. Learn
more.
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Central Penn College
 Earn a degree at Central Penn College and
achieve your career goals. Programs allow you to focus on your specific area of interest
and combine hands-on learning with high quality academics for career preparation.
Professors have real-world professional experience in the subjects they teach. Our
high job placement percentage speaks to the marketability of our students upon graduation.
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Globe University
 If
you're ready to take the first step toward a more successful future, Globe University
is a great place to start. We offer master's, bachelor's, associate, and diploma
programs that can prepare you for exciting careers in fields like business management,
business administration, accounting, technology, health care, legal science, creative
and many more. Our courses are offered both on-campus and online, and are taught
by instructors who are professionals in their fields. We keep class sizes small to
emphasize practical, hands-on training, and focus directly on the skills and knowledge
that will best prepare you to succeed in the real world.
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Grantham University
 Think
you don't have time to earn your degree? Think again. Grantham College offers
its respected degree programs online, so you can study at the times and places you
choose. We offer a student-centered academic model featuring online faculty support
and academic accountability. Choose from a wide range of career-focused programs,
including Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Information Systems and many
more.
Grantham University's 100% Accredited Online Degrees are convenient, portable and
designed so you can fit education into your life instead of arranging life around
your education. Working adults who wish to keep pace require a dependable, flexible
way to obtain the specialized knowledge and training needed to compete in today's
highly competitive job market. Whether you need to sharpen your skills or keep pace
with new ideas and technological advances, Grantham University has a solution for
you. For program disclosure information, visit: http://www.grantham.edu/gedisclosures
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Harrison College
 Get
started on your career with an education from Harrison College. We offer more than
30 degree, certificate, and diploma programs in the fields of health sciences, veterinary
technology, information technology, criminal justice, and business, in addition to
our culinary arts academy. We have 13 campuses in Indiana and Ohio, and, depending
on the field of study, some or all classes may be taken online. We develop our programs
based on ongoing input from business leaders and research of industry growth trends
to ensure that they offer strong career potential. At Harrison, we work with you
one on one to help you reach your goals, from choosing a field of study to finding
a job. Disclosure link!
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Independence University
 For
over 30 years, Independence University has been offering quality programs at a distance.
We have the experience and we know how to do it well. Our student-oriented
staff is prepared to assist you throughout your distance-education experience. Our
programs have been evaluated and meet accreditation standards. Independence
University is also approved to offer students federal financial aid to those who
qualify.
Accreditation Statement
Independence University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools
and Colleges (ACCSC) and, until March 31, 2011, by the Accrediting Commission of
the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Our Associateís
in Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for
Respiratory Care (CoARC). Independence University is the first and only college to
offer accredited Respiratory Therapy programs at a distance, and we`ve been doing
it successfully for over 30 years. The University is a recognized member of the Council
for Higher Education Accreditation. Further, many public, private, and government
agencies require accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Educationís
Secretary of Education in order to approve reimbursement and to qualify you to sit
for licensure.
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Kaplan University
 Earn
your degree, advance your career, and achieve your goals with an online degree or
certificate from Kaplan University. And do it all without missing a day of work.
Kaplan University offers accredited online degree programs in Business an Finance,
Criminal Justice, Information Systems & Technology, and Paralegal Studies. Kaplan
also offers Continuing Education, allowing working professionals to earn certificates
in Forensic Nursing, Legal Nurse Consulting, Life Care Planning, and Financial Planning.
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Minnesota School
of Business
 Earn your degree at Minnesota School of Business
and benefit from a world class education. Smaller class sizes with more student professor
interaction, along with a curriculum that offers a hands-on approach to education,
helps students graduate prepared to enter the job market with the skills employers
demand. Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Get started on building
your new career today. *Disclosure Information
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National Academy
of Sports Medicine
 Advance
your career with training from the National Academy of Sports Medicine and earn your
NCCA-accredited certified personal trainer certification. Our programs are designed
to help today's health and fitness professionals enhance their careers while empowering
their clients to live healthier lives. In addition to our certified personal trainer
certification, we also offer advanced specializations in sports performance and injury
prevention, continuing education courses, and accredited bachelor's and master's
degree programs.
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Penn Foster Career School
 Get the skills you need to prepare for a new career in one of today's
hottest career fields with a diploma or certificate from Penn Foster Career
School. Choose from over 80 quality distance education programs in areas like health
services, business, legal studies, education, engineering, technology, trade, automotive,
creative and design, or high school. Our expert faculty and friendly support staff
are dedicated to helping you succeed.
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Regis
University
 Whether
you're just starting out, or looking to advance in your career, Regis University
can provide the skills and knowledge you need for your career goals. For over 126
years, we've provided quality education in the Jesuit tradition. Choose from
undergraduate and master's degrees in a variety of fields. Financial aid is available
for students who qualify. Get started on building the foundation for a successful
career today.
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Strayer University
 Established in 1892 and accredited by the Middle
States Commission on Higher Education, Strayer University is dedicated to providing
quality higher education programs for working adults like you. Classes are designed
to fit your busy schedule, meeting on evenings, weekends, and asynchronously on the
web. Undergraduate and graduate programs are available in accounting, business and
internet technology.
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The Benefits of Earning a Certificate
Certificate programs are a great
option if you want to get ahead in your current job or move into a new field. In
contrast to education programs that prepare you for a general field of work, certificate
degrees give you concrete skills that you can apply directly to your profession,
paving the way for employment and advancement opportunities.
Choose Your Subject, Your School, and Your Schedule
These days the variety available in certification programs offers something for everyone.
Certification courses are available at schools worldwide in an amazing array of topics.
Although the available subjects are too numerous to list, here is a sample, along
with the US Bureau of Labor Statistics median earnings in May 2004 for each occupation:
- Dental hygiene ($28.05/hour)
- Massage therapy ($15.36/hour)
- Commercial Driving/Tractor Trailer
($16.11/hour)
- Literacy ($18.74/hour for adult
literacy teachers)
- Accounting ($50,770 annual salary
and wages)
An added, and important benefit
of certificate programs is that they tend to be cheaper and less time-intensive than
degree programs. Often catering to the schedules of working students, certificate
courses are frequently offered at night, on weekends, and even online.
The Payoff
Whether you're trying to get a promotion or hoping to change professions, having
a certificate gives you a leg-up over your competitors. Putting the time and energy
into earning a certificate shows employers that you are motivated and dedicated to
your career. From short courses that focus on specific topics in your current field
to longer programs, which provide proficiency in a new line of work, a certificate
can help you change your life for the better.
Sources:
United
States Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics
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