<p>Some of the training required for various “skilled” vocations seem fairly easy when they are basically applications of your coursework – the only thing you’re lacking is some cramming material, a manual and some practice. </p>
<p>How would say, a premed student be able to get certified in medical coding or billing or whatever. I mean medical coding needs a year’s training? Really? It seems like something you could cram for (and then retain on the job), especially since the code for every disease documented is available on Wikipedia. How would you say, turn years of credit for labwork and coursework in genetics, microbiology and human biology into years of experience in an employers’ eyes? I mean, you could pull it off, right? </p>
<p>On the e-school side, how would you turn fluid dynamics, thermodynamics and heat dissipation and electrical engineering coursework, into say, HVAC and electrical technician experience? </p>
<p>Are there exam-only certifications? I guess, how would you convince employers or schools to start you on “accelerated vocational training” programs. Some of these exams seem very crammable (i.e. easier than AP).</p>
<p>Admittedly I am dissatisfied with my current salaries and would like summer positions where I could actually use my brain and my knowledge base. (I’m in a research lab, but it doesn’t pay. It’s actually better that way as not being paid allows you to get more hours and it’s better for experience and your resume in the long run.)</p>