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Hello all, this is my first post on this site!
To start off, I am taking some courses on Coursera geared towards pre-medical studies. These courses are specialized in the fields of genetics, physiology, and public health. Some of these courses offer a paid incentive called the "Signature Track." It normally costs $90, but since Coursera is still in its infancy it is being offered for $45. Here is the whole Q&A about the Signature Track if you want to read about it, https://www.coursera.org/signature/guidebook/certs-sharing. But the specific part I'm calling out is this:
Adding to your résumé or CV
Many Coursera students list their course on their résumé or CV under "Continuing Education", "Professional Development", or "Additional Coursework".
It is important to accurately represent a course on your resume or CV. Here are some guidelines:
So my question is: Is it worth paying the $45 to get an online verified certificate from Duke University? Is this something I could put on my CV for medical school or even a job?
Thank you so much, and I look forward to staying on these forums for a very long time!
To start off, I am taking some courses on Coursera geared towards pre-medical studies. These courses are specialized in the fields of genetics, physiology, and public health. Some of these courses offer a paid incentive called the "Signature Track." It normally costs $90, but since Coursera is still in its infancy it is being offered for $45. Here is the whole Q&A about the Signature Track if you want to read about it, https://www.coursera.org/signature/guidebook/certs-sharing. But the specific part I'm calling out is this:
Adding to your résumé or CV
Many Coursera students list their course on their résumé or CV under "Continuing Education", "Professional Development", or "Additional Coursework".
It is important to accurately represent a course on your resume or CV. Here are some guidelines:
- Your course is a rigorous, non-credit course designed and offered by the participating University. Your Verified Certificate shows you have met the course's passing criteria and that you securely linked work to your real identity.
- Completing a course does not mean you are enrolled as a student at any university on Coursera and you do not receive credit towards a degree from the university offering the course.
So my question is: Is it worth paying the $45 to get an online verified certificate from Duke University? Is this something I could put on my CV for medical school or even a job?
Thank you so much, and I look forward to staying on these forums for a very long time!
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