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Decoding Certifications: What You Need to Know About Industry-Recognized Credentials

Decoding Certifications: What You Need to Know About Industry-Recognized Credentials

Update: 2025-09-24
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Confused about the difference between a certificate of completion, a certification, and an industry-recognized credential? You’re not aloneOn this episode of the "Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow" podcast, host Toni Neary welcomes Montez King, Executive Director of NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills), to break down what these terms really mean, why industry-recognized credentials matter, and how certifications evolve to stay relevant. From understanding standards to renewal requirements and the importance of independent validation, this conversation will help you navigate professional development with clarity and confidence.

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Decoding Certifications: What You Need to Know About Industry-Recognized Credentials

Decoding Certifications: What You Need to Know About Industry-Recognized Credentials