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How to Upskill without Going Back to School

Sarah Auer, MPH, CHES® (she/her/hers)
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How to Upskill Without Going Back to School .‌ If you’re not continuously learning new skills, you could become obsolete quicker than you might think. How can you build new expertise without leaving your job to pursue a traditional undergraduate or graduate degree? Here are some alternate pathways.

* Certifications. Certifications validate your knowledge and capabilities in a specific area—which is especially important if you’re looking to transition careers and don’t have a lot of work experience in the field you want to move into.
* Online courses. There’s a wealth of learning platforms out there that allow you to learn on your own schedule. While taking individual classes may not seem comparable to a four-year degree, the outcome can be quite similar.
* Internships or rotations. If you’re between jobs, an internship can help you get your foot in the door of a new organization or industry. If you already have a full-time job, consider whether your boss would allow for a rotation in another area of the organization.
* Stretch assignments. If you have the bandwidth, ask for work from another department at your organization that will teach you new or higher-level skills and give you an opportunity to demonstrate them on the job.
* Mentorship. Mentors can provide so much more than a listening ear. The right mentor can provide new perspectives on your gaps—and how to fill them.
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Today’s Tip
How to Upskill Without Going Back to School
If you’re not continuously learning new skills, you could become obsolete quicker than you might think. How can you build new expertise without leaving your job to pursue a traditional undergraduate or graduate degree? Here are some alternate pathways.

* Certifications. Certifications validate your knowledge and capabilities in a specific area—which is especially important if you’re looking to transition careers and don’t have a lot of work experience in the field you want to move into.
* Online courses. There’s a wealth of learning platforms out there that allow you to learn on your own schedule. While taking individual classes may not seem comparable to a four-year degree, the outcome can be quite similar.
* Internships or rotations. If you’re between jobs, an internship can help you get your foot in the door of a new organization or industry. If you already have a full-time job, consider whether your boss would allow for a rotation in another area of the organization.
* Stretch assignments. If you have the bandwidth, ask for work from another department at your organization that will teach you new or higher-level skills and give you an opportunity to demonstrate them on the job.
* Mentorship. Mentors can provide so much more than a listening ear. The right mentor can provide new perspectives on your gaps—and how to fill them.
This tip is adapted from “5 Ways to Acquire New Skills Without Going Back to School<https://hbr.org/2022/12/5-ways-to-acquire-new-skills-without-going-back-to-school?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_campaign=mtod_actsubs&utm_content=signinnudge,”> by Marlo Lyons
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