Licensing, Certifications, & Apprenticeship Information ELEMENT 5 PG. 122

Why are Credentials important It allows servicemembers to demonstrate to their potential employers that they possess the necessary skill and experience for a particular job. Some states and organizations may require specific certificate or license to legally perform some jobs. For example, being a Corpsman in the Navy might not be enough to be a Medical Assistant in the civilian world. Credentials improves a transition member’s prospects of a job opportunity.

Licensure A form of credentialing granting permission to practice a specific occupation. Examples include doctors, electricians, building contractors, therapists and nurses. They are typically mandatory and are mostly required by states Steps to obtain a license include completing a specified training, logging a designated amount of work experience and/or taking an exam.

Certifications Demonstrates unique skills and abilities. May be granted by a non-governmental agency, associations or private companies. Individuals must meet certain requirements and predetermined qualifications in order to receive a certificate It may not be mandatory but definitely gives you an edge over other applicants!

Apprenticeship Apprenticeship means an arrangement that includes a paid-work component and an educational or instructional activity which allows a member to attain skills and experience. Provide necessary workplace experience and opportunities that employer(s) value. They are great paths to good jobs and careers.

Credentialing Resources NAVY COOL USMAP Institute for veterans and military families https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/veteran-and-family-resources/ Onward to opportunity (O2O) https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/onward-to-opportunity/ DoDskillbridge DOL Apprenticeship program

Summary Federal, state or local law may require a license or certificate for a specific occupation Apprenticeship offers a good path into a job Certifications are mostly optional but gives you an advantage when you have it Licensure are mandatory and without it one cannot perform certain occupations.

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