Education & Career Advancement Guide 2018

Credentials For Higher Salaries
Payscale.com compiled a list of certifications that translate to higher paychecks. The results might surprise you.
Job: Tax Preparer $43,800
Certificate: Certified Public Accountant
Job: Portfolio Manager $119,000
Certificate: Chartered Financial Analyst
Job: Actuary $125,000
Certificate: Fellow of the Society of Actuaries
Job: Systems Engineer $92,300
Certificate: Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Job: Crisis Counselor $41,900
Certificate: Licensed Professional Counselor
Job: Assistant Project Manager, Construction $66,800
Certificate: LEED Accredited Professional
Job: Athletic Trainer $39,500
Certificate: Healthcare-related
Job: Process Improvement Manager $89,000
Certificate: Project Management Professional
SOURCE: PayScale.com