Linkedin learning certificates?

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1. Sophie JoernJune 30,2022 at 3:01PM UTC

   I think some of the learning opportunities on LinkedIn are wonderful! Showing that you are interested in continually learning is a trait that a future employer will love to see. Plus, you might find a new skill or topic that helps you discover a new opportunity or path to pursue!

2. Sabrina CortesJune 30,2022 at 3:38PM UTC

   Growing your knowledge and learning new skills is always a good thing and something that prospective employers want to see. Don't forget to add them to your resume! If you haven't finished a course yet, no problem, you can still list it.

   As a professional Resume Writer, I always list any kind of training (within the last five years) on resumes. Here's an example of how to list a course that you're currently taking.

   ~~ Love of Learning Course | LinkedIn, In Progress

   I hope this helps and sending you good vibes in your job search!

3. Tracey CrockerJune 30,2022 at 4:51PM UTC

   I have done several of the classes. I knowledge I have gained is better certification!

4. Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterJune 30,2022 at 7:18PM UTC

   Yes - additional learning is [almost] always valuable. Even if the prospective employer doesn't value the particular certificate you earned, you have gained knowledge that may help you answer interview questions better - or do the job better.

5. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJuly 1,2022 at 4:38AM UTC

   Learn something new for you. I don't really pay any attention to LI certs and neither do my hiring managers.

6. AnonymousJuly 3,2022 at 7:02PM UTC

   You don't speak for all hiring managers. I'm a hiring manager and would be impresed by a candidate who increased their skills and knowledge base even via Linked in learning.

7. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJuly 3,2022 at 9:07PM UTC

   I never said I spoke for all hiring managers.

8. Bernadette M MartinezJuly 5,2022 at 5:42PM UTC

   I'm going to pose the same question to you as I did to someone above:

   Out of curiosity, how would you evaluate someone changing fields? Assuming they had the skills your company needed and just not an opportunity to use them in their current professional environment, how do they demonstrate that knowledge or learning to you? If they have a different background than your business, would you expect them to get a new degree in something that aligned with your industry?

   Not trying to be combative or judgmental; I'm just curious as to your thought process with it.

9. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJuly 6,2022 at 12:13AM UTC

   So when I'm recruiting for any given position, I'm looking for what the hiring manager has told me they want/need.

   For the most part, for the positions I tend to recruit for, I am typically looking for a very narrow profile so there is not much wiggle room to look at people coming from a different background/different industry.

   In general, unless they were looking to move into something where a specific degree was required - say a mechanical engineering position where a mechanical engineering degree is required, I wouldn't expect someone to get a new degree.

   For some positions I have recruited for, the degree doesn't matter at all - just that the candidate has one.

   It really depends on the position.

   I have several LinkedIn certs myself - I wouldn't hire me based on those.

10. AnonymousJuly 1,2022 at 10:25AM UTC

    Following this thread to see what folks say!
    I was recently gifted a yearlong LinkedIn Learning subscription for free. However, I too have been curious if any of these certs I've taken so far have helped. I want to say "yes" because any time you can show a future employer you're taking upon yourself to learn/develop your skill, it's shows your personal commitment to yourself. And they're more likely to make the investment/take a chance on you!

11. Alexis GladstoneJuly 1,2022 at 11:57AM UTC

    I have a lot of clients supplementing their in-house training with LI Learning. They have found value in a lot of the programs. None of them are requiring certificates that I'm aware of.

    As Joan said, it never hurts to invest in yourself and learn something new!

12. Julie HumbirdJuly 1,2022 at 2:59PM UTC

    We recently cancelled Plurasight and moved our learning to LinkedIn.
    I do get notifications for jobs that match the badges I have. I'm not aware of any employer that doesn't see self-driven learning as a desired skill.

13. Eva SteortzJuly 1,2022 at 11:30PM UTC

    Demonstrating that you are a life long learner is always of value in addition to what you gain from learning the new skills. Win win. Progressive companies are offering a budget for taking classes or getting a coach. It's all part of a very positive trend. Have fun learning!!

14. Mia FujiiJuly 3,2022 at 3:05PM UTC

    Many companies like ours encourage employees to continue to learn so learning systems are available for employees to use.

    I do like Linked in Learning for the wide variety of topics one can learn and the sessions are available in conveniently sized sessions so they are interesting and helpful.

    Worth a try if you have a specific skill you are looking to add to your list.

    I have not tried the other learning systems so cannot comment on others.

    Check into the ones that most interest you as consistent learning is always a great way to keep relevant in an existing role and in the job market overall.

    Also look at Academic institutions as many colleges & universities offer reasonably priced on-line and in-person training that include certification too in some terrific areas.

15. Siobhán RichardsJuly 5,2022 at 12:41PM UTC

    Thanks for brining this up, I was wondering if anyone can recommend any good LinkedIn Learning courses they have taken?

16. Karlene JosephJuly 5,2022 at 1:17PM UTC

    Hi - I’m a job seeker and did this course over the weekend: Check this out on LinkedIn Learning: Check this out on LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-your-job-seeker-mindset/build-a-job-search-support-team?trk=share_ios_video_learning&shareId=LgNa4ntfSW2SsPPy3gsxfw==

    I thought it contained good advice and inspirational segments. It is professionally produced. I especially liked the messages that the presenters delivered as the course wrapped up.

    This was my first course in a long time, but it is moving me to check out more of them.

17. Siobhán RichardsJuly 6,2022 at 2:23PM UTC

    Thank you for sharing, I will check this one out!

18. AnonymousJuly 5,2022 at 1:13PM UTC

    As a hiring manager, I don't really give these any weight when they show up on someone's resume. Sorry.

19. Bernadette M MartinezJuly 5,2022 at 5:40PM UTC

    Out of curiosity, how would you evaluate someone changing fields? Assuming they had the skills your company needed and just not an opportunity to use them in their current professional environment, how do they demonstrate that knowledge or learning to you? If they have a different background than your business, would you expect them to get a new degree in something that aligned with your industry?

    Not trying to be combative or judgmental; I'm just curious as to your thought process with it.

20. Amy HughesJuly 5,2022 at 1:39PM UTC

    I think it depends on the hiring manager. For me I place a lot of value in our team culture on lifelong learning and cultivating new skill sets. So in my case, yes it would stand out (along with all the other factors present in the hiring process and your CV), to see you are investing time in professional and personal development. a couple of other considerations. One, aside from wowing prospective employers you are also gaining a lot of acumen and knowledge as you learn which will help make you a well rounded staff member in a lot of key ways. Two, only do this if you truly value development and lifelong learning - not to simply get a job. This way if you do get into a position where continuous skill development is valued you align well and don’t feel constantly pressured to keep going if it’s not something you enjoy or want to do long term.

21. Liz MilneJuly 5,2022 at 11:41PM UTC

    I'm lucky enough to have access to LinkedIn Learning through my uni and I'm slowly working my way through as many courses as I can that interest me. I can't see how they won't give my CV a little extra sparkle and they're fun, so why not!

22. AnonymousJuly 6,2022 at 2:49PM UTC

    same with me!