INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION
Florida high schools, colleges and universities offer hundreds of certifications in a range of industries, from healthcare to emergency management to technology.
The overwhelming majority of jobs in the future will require some education after high school, but most jobs won't require a four-year college degree. Half of the top jobs will require a career and technical certificate, while 40% will require a college degree (Associate, Bachelor’s, or Graduate).
An industry certification is an assessment offered by a professional certifying organization for students in specific career fields.
Passing and earning an industry certification proves to potential employers that you have the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for a particular career. This is an achievement you will want to include on your resume to set yourself apart from other candidates.
- Traditional exams
- Project-based test of skills
- Observance of hands-on skills
There are over 500 industry certifications tied to high demand, high wage careers within Florida’s 17 career pathways. The top ten most popular industry certifications in Florida high schools are:
- Entrepreneurship & Small Business
- WordPress Certified Educator
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design (requires Photoshop and Illustrator or InDesign)
- Certified Food Protection Manager (ServSafe®)
- Agriculture Associate Certification
- Information Technology Specialist (ITS)
- Autodesk Certified User - Fusion 360
- Certified Internet Web (CIW) Social Media Strategist
- Certified Food Safety Manager
- HBI Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training
Learn more about all of the Industry Certifications from the Florida Department of Education.
Certifications show employers that you have specialized knowledge and practical skills in a particular area. Here are just a few examples of popular job certifications and the types of careers they can open doors to, whether you're just starting out or looking to advance in your field.
