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DESCRIPTION:Facebook Livestream: https://bit.ly/ieeewebinar-4-16-26-fb\nLin
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 m: https://bit.ly/ieeewebinar-4-16-26-yt\n\nThe webinar will be recorded a
 nd available at the links provided above.\n\nIn a competitive global marke
 t\, specific skills are becoming in-demand for entry-level roles into emer
 ging tech fields like semiconductor production and advanced manufacturing.
  As a result\, some companies are shifting toward skills-based hiring\, pr
 ioritizing specific competencies over traditional diplomas. To stay ahead\
 , you need a way to develop skills employers are seeking and validate your
  expertise in emerging technologies.\n\nJoin us for our webinar where we
 ’ll explore the strategic advantage of skills-based microcredentials and
  how to bridge the gap between your current experience and the high-demand
  roles of tomorrow.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n-\nStrategic Advantage: How
  microcredentials can validate your skills so potential employers know wha
 t you can do.\n\n-\nPathway Mapping: Real-world examples of using microcre
 dentials to pivot into emerging tech fields through skilling\, upskilling\
 , and reskilling.\n\n-\nEmployer’s Perspective: Direct insights into wha
 t skill sets hiring managers want to see for emerging tech roles.\n\nSpeak
 er(s): Jennifer Fong\, Melanie Booth\, Scott Holman\, Kathy Hayashi\n\nAge
 nda: \nIEEE-USA&#39;s free webinars/events are designed to help you find your 
 next job\, maintain your career\, negotiate an appropriate salary\, unders
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 building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profes
 sion.\n\nFor information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast 
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LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/547798
ORGANIZER:k.henneberry@ieee.org
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SUMMARY:IEEE-USA Livestream Webinar: Mastering the Modern Job Market: The P
 ower of IEEE Microcredentials
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 ntry-level roles into emerging tech fields like semiconductor production a
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