Professional Certificates offer flexible, online training designed to get you job-ready for high-growth fields.
7 day free trial | Starting at $39 per month | Less than 6 months at your own pace
Get professional-level training and earn a credential from a leading company
Build job-ready skills, even if you're new to the field.
job openings across Professional Certificate fields ¹
Apply your new skills to real-world projects using the latest industry tools and techniques.
average rating given by 200,000+ global learners enrolled in an entry-level Professional Certificate ²
Complete the training in less than 6 months while working a full-time job.
of flexible study per week ³
Professional Certificates on Coursera are designed by industry leaders to help you master the skills you need to stand out to employers.
Whatever your background or interests are, Professional Certificates have you covered.
Create responsive websites and develop interactive experiences using industry-standard tools and languages
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$86,200 median entry-level salary ¹ 45,168 job openings ¹
Build web applications using industry-standard tools and programming systems
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$93,900 median entry-level salary ¹ 28,495 job openings ¹
Define and develop digital strategies to deliver business growth through online channels
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$43,900 median entry-level salary ¹ 133,170 job openings ¹
Evaluate and troubleshoot technology issues so equipment runs smoothly
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$39,000 median entry-level salary ¹ 268,722 job openings ¹
Collect, organize, and transform data to make informed decisions
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$61,200 median entry-level salary ¹ 104,485 job openings ¹
Oversee the planning and execution of projects to ensure they’re successful
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$64,100 median entry-level salary ¹ 201,208 job openings ¹
Make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use
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$81,500 median entry-level salary ¹ 77,080 job openings ¹
Social media specialists establish, build, and manage a company’s social media
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$42,200 median entry-level salary ¹ 48,946 job openings ¹
Extract and analyze data to make informed business decisions
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$102,400 median entry-level salary ¹ 56,727 job openings ¹
Develop strategies to protect organizations from cyber-attacks and disruptions
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$80,800 median entry-level salary ¹ 175,924 job openings ¹
Work with prospective customers to help them in their buying journey
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$42,500 median entry-level salary ¹ 55,969 job openings ¹
Analyze customer needs and design systems and solutions for the cloud
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$75,200 median entry-level salary ¹ 84,503 job openings ¹
Record financial transactions and manage financial records
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$33,700 median entry-level salary ¹ 356,968 job openings ¹
Create strategies that support sales teams to optimize growth
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$37,900 median entry-level salary ¹ 14,823 job openings ¹
Design and build systems to collect and transform data into useable information for data science
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$101,100 median entry-level salary ¹ 52,659 job openings ¹
Perform research and gather data to help companies market their products or services
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$56,400 median entry-level salary ¹ 52,738 job openings ¹
Build the tools & infrastructure to allow companies to maintain and improve their platform
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$98,900 median entry-level salary ¹ 51,212 job openings ¹
Design and build systems to collect, transform and store data for companies' Business Intelligence
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$65,500 median entry-level salary ¹ 33,531 job openings ¹
Analyze sales activity to advise on ways to increase sales
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$39,500 median entry-level salary ¹ 484,244 job openings ¹
¹ Salary data (median with 0-2 years experience) and job opening data are sourced from US Burning Glass Labor Insight Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (4/01/2021 - 3/31/22) ² Coursera Platform Data, all time ³ Most designed to be completed in 6 months, with 10 hours or less of work per week
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In the U.S. and Canada, Professional Certificates start at $39/month after the initial 7 day free trial period. Price can vary by country and will be adjusted for your location at checkout.
Time to complete a Professional Certificate can vary by subject or how you choose to learn at your own pace. On average, a Professional Certificate can be completed in less than 6 months at 10 hours per week.
In addition to hands-on projects designed to showcase your experience, you'll get access to a 5-step job search guide to help navigate the process. You’ll also get support to build a standout resume and LinkedIn profile, virtual interview practice for your specific industry, job, and experience level, and access to the Professional Certificate Alumni Community to network with other career switchers.
None! Whether you’re completely new to the job field or have had some experience, an entry-level Professional Certificate doesn’t require any background knowledge.
Professional Certificates on Coursera were designed by subject matter experts at top companies. They were created to equip learners with theoretical and practical knowledge and real-life problem-solving skills to be successful in an entry-level job.
Professional Certificates are completely online. You can access your instructional videos, readings, and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.