It's uncommon for certifications to be required for entry-level jobs within a profession. There most helpful for early- to mid-career moves.

Fine fact, I make certification exams for a living.

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Edwin, an anthropomorphic jackrabbit, is wearing a business casual outfit and has a grumpy expression on his face. He gives job searching tips by speaking directly to the reader using a dialogue bubble. Edwin says,
"A certification is a credentialing program that involves just an assessment. These focus more on the work of a job/profession, not specific skills or knowledge. They are difficult to attain, expensive, include a continuing education component, and will lapse if not maintained. These are a great way to signal that you can do the work."