TLDR;
This video reviews the top five online certifications that can significantly impact one's career, based on personal experience, feedback from others, and online data. It covers certifications from Google and IBM, highlighting their value in making career changes, gaining entry-level positions, and staying current with industry skills. The certifications discussed are Google Project Management, IBM Data Science, TensorFlow Developer, Google Data Analytics, and Google IT Support.
- Google and IBM certifications are highly valuable and recognized in the industry.
- These certifications can lead to career changes, entry-level positions, and skill enhancement.
- The Google IT Support certification is particularly noted for its positive reviews and potential to help individuals without a college degree enter the IT field.
Intro [0:00]
The video introduces the concept of online certifications and their increasing popularity. It emphasizes that not all certifications are equally valuable, and the video aims to identify the top five certifications that are actually worth the investment of time and money. The evaluation is based on personal experience, feedback from others, and data collected online.
Google project management certification endorsed by Bureau of Labor Statistics [0:44]
The Google Project Management certification is highlighted as the fifth most valuable online certification. This beginner-level certificate, endorsed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, requires no prior experience and can be completed in approximately six months, though many finish it in one to two months. The training consists of six courses, each rated 4.8 stars or higher, covering project management foundations, initiation, planning, execution, agile methodologies, and real-world application. This certification is beneficial for making career changes or entering the project management field.
IBM data science certification with 30% career switch rate [1:48]
The IBM Data Science certification is presented as another valuable option, taught by 12 instructors. It claims a 30% career switch rate for those who complete it. Although the course is designed to be completed in 11 months, many users finish it faster. This beginner-level certificate addresses the gap in practical skills among college graduates, focusing on current and valuable skills sought by employers.
TensorFlow developer certificate for AI and machine learning careers [2:48]
The deeplearning.ai TensorFlow Developer Professional Certificate is mentioned as an intermediate-level certification. TensorFlow is a popular open-source machine learning framework used to train neural networks, making it valuable for those in augmented or virtual reality fields. Approximately 32% of people who completed this certification switched to a new career path, likely in AI or TensorFlow-related roles. The course takes about four months to complete, with around five hours per week.
Google data analytics certification targeting 337k job openings [3:36]
The Google Data Analytics certification is a beginner-level program that takes about six months to complete with 10 hours of work per week, though many complete it in two to three months. Given the high demand for data analytics skills, particularly in the United States with approximately 337,000 job openings, this certification is highly valuable. Entry-level salaries average around $67,000 per year. 75% of people who complete this certification report it helped them with their career within six months.
Google IT support certificate with overwhelmingly positive reviews [4:13]
The Google IT Support Professional Certificate is considered the most likely to help individuals secure an entry-level job, even without a college degree. While not a replacement for a college degree, this certification is increasingly popular and demonstrates initiative and a commitment to learning. It is suitable for those without IT experience, those exploring an interest in IT, those with a degree seeking to enhance their resume, and current IT professionals looking to update their skills. The reviews for this certification are overwhelmingly positive.