Completing an online course can serve as tangible proof that you have the skills or experience needed to get hired, promoted, or paid more.
“There has been a trend over the last five years of businesses dropping degree requirements for some jobs to expand their talent pool to more diverse candidates and prioritize practical skills over general formal education,” Nguyen says. Completing an online course can serve as tangible proof that you have the skills or experience needed to get hired, promoted, or paid more.