While a few of the jobs that do not require college need no specific training, many of these jobs do require a certificate program that will vary in length. Some certificates may be obtained within a matter of weeks or even days. This blog is a special post prepared for Job Action Day 2011. It is hard to believe! No College Required. MORE >>

For example, the posting may require a set number of years in experience, a particular certification, subject matter expertise, or something else. Dear Deb, I'm hoping you can give me some career advice. I'm an accountant in a large company and I was just rejected for an interview with my current employer for an advanced position. Anthony. MORE >>

Recent high-profile hacks of government and private sector websites have been an impetus for the training and certification of new security staff. The following is a guest post by Erin Palmer, a contributor to U.S. News University Directory. Cyber security is a field that has seen tremendous growth in the last few years. Telecommunications. MORE >>

To demonstrate your industry and occupational knowledge, highlight professional certifications, relevant courses you have completed, and training programs you have conducted or created. Dear Deb: I think I am being screened out of the selection process because I do not have a college degree. They are closing the U.S. office in 6 weeks. MORE >>

Did she earn degrees, earn certificates, complete courses? Clara’s résumé has many areas we could improve. Overall, Clara’s presentation is very vague. She covers many of her general duties and provides a confusing an overview of how she has gained basic knowledge. Why would you list something weak first? MORE >>