Charlie’s Certification Plan

For a web designer specializing in WordPress, a structured training and certification path can enhance credibility, skills, and marketability. Here’s a suggested path that includes both free and paid options from reputable vendors and accredited bodies.

1. Foundational Web Design & Development Training

• HTML & CSS
  • W3Schools
    • Training: HTML and CSS Tutorials
    • Certification: HTML and CSS Certification
    • Cost: Free tutorials, Certification at a fee
    • URL: http://www.w3schools.com
• JavaScript & PHP (Essential for WordPress Development)
  • Codecademy
    • Training: JavaScript and PHP Courses
    • Certification: No official certification, but completion badges available
    • Cost: Free basic courses, Pro content at a fee
    • URL: http://www.codecademy.com

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2. WordPress Specific Training

• WordPress Essentials
  • WPBeginner
    • Training: Comprehensive guides and tutorials for beginners
    • Certification: None
    • Cost: Free
    • URL: http://www.wpbeginner.com
• Advanced WordPress Training
  • WP101
    • Training: WordPress tutorial videos
    • Certification: None, but completion badges available
    • Cost: Subscription-based
    • URL: http://www.wp101.com

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3. Vendor-specific and Accredited Certifications

• HubSpot CMS For Developers
  • Training: Though not exclusively WordPress, it provides valuable insights for content management and design.
  • Certification: HubSpot CMS for Developers Certification
  • Cost: Free
  • URL: http://academy.hubspot.com

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4. Specialized Training & Certifications

• UX/UI Design
  • Interaction Design Foundation
    • Training: Courses on Web Design, UI Patterns, and more
    • Certification: Certificates for each completed course
    • Cost: Membership-based
    • URL: http://www.interaction-design.org
• SEO for WordPress
  • Yoast
    • Training: Yoast SEO for WordPress training
    • Certification: Yoast SEO for WordPress certification
    • Cost: Paid
    • URL: http://yoast.com

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5. Continuous Learning & Community Involvement

• WordPress Meetups & WordCamps
  • Description: Regularly attend local WordPress meetups and WordCamps to network, learn from peers, and stay updated.
  • URL: http://central.wordcamp.org

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