Most people do not know what an RD is. this is a very interesting question. Sara Mahuron specializes in adult/higher education, parenting, budget travel and personal finance. The second qualification is just that – second. If I have Diploma for Magistrate of Economy Abbreviations for educational degrees and professional licenses, certifications, designations and affiliations are industry standardized, so they are easily recognizable when used on a business card. This site confirms that LCSWs must have an MSW to be eligible for the LCSW: http://www.aswb.org/licensees/about-licensing-and-regulation/. In Canada, one is not allowed to have the word "engineer" in one's job title or on his/her business cards without earning the P.Eng. And here’s a little logic: to my mind, anything listed first is more important than anything listed second. Here’s how I’d think it through: the PhD is impressive no matter what. This page was meant for advice, plain and simple. It doesn’t take away from your accomplishments to put them in a context where they will be understood as assets. I have coached a couple of people with Asperger’s and found it quite rewarding to see them progress into jobs and careers. I think it depends how far along you are in the process. I would definitely list both of them, exactly in the order you list in your comment, because they say different things about you. If you don’t want to do CPA work, don’t put the initials after your name. I am currently working within my field in healthcare, but have not converted my medical degree or pharmaceutical license to be valid in the country where I am currently residing. Julie, Christopher, I know this article was written a while ago, but I stumbled across it today while seeking advice on what to put after my name. or D.Mgt. I wonder how you’re planning to use that knowledge and those degrees. you certainly can list the degrees in the way you show. The only ones I sometimes cut any slack for are nurses who may feel it important to use BS to show they have a 4-yr vs. a 2-yr degree. People don’t usually list Bachelors degrees after their names in the US. Jane Doe, CPA, MAcc CHI- Certified Healthcare Instructor Fairly certainn he’ll have a great I would be looking for a IT director position, Hi Javier, I think an MSIT is an excellent credential to list on your resume, email signature, AND your LinkedIn profile. As you said, the idea is to convey your education quickly, at a glance. Hi Judy, I work in healthcare and would not have known what RD stood for…. designation. As a registered dietitian I do not appreciate you comment that individuals outside of food service do not know what the credential “RD” stands for. RD field discriminates against those who can’t afford to work for free for 1-2 yrs to complete an internship somewhere in the country where the few are available. I’m curious as to where you read that Master’s degrees shouldn’t be listed after your name. And it’s a little shorter. So use it with pride. These certifications, such as drumming facilitator, Reiki Master, Shamanic Practitioner, Mindfulness teacher,etc.are important to me and I feel the experiences and teachings I have had are invaluable. and R.Ph.–medical and registered pharmacist) in one country, but I have migrated since then and earned another degree here (PgDip–Postgraduate diploma in health science). My take: Being a JD lends credibility to your mediation practice. Examples of areas of concentration include an MBA in accounting, health care administration, international business, finance or marketing. The letters MBA will be found by search engines. Reply Usually the earliest degree is listed first with the newest listed last. Julie. Best, Julie. Because it’s experience as well as knowledge-based, it gives employers a certain confidence that you know what you’re doing, and recruiters can easily find you via a LinkedIn search that specifies the PMP credential. Is this correct? I’m applying for a medical research position prior to going back to obtain my Doctorate in Neuroscience and Psychopharmacology…. I haven’t seen any abbreviations of this. A credential like that sends the very rapid message to anyone that you are knowledgeable, qualified, a continuous learner, committed to your field. And I have a hard time listing my “credentials” after my name. It’s helpful for people not in the field to have the opportunity to ask about it, by listing the credential when it’s appropriate. PA can mean Physician Assistant or Production Assistant or Personal Assistant. She earned an M.S. I think that credentials mean that what you did in your life has an important value to be recognized by people who know the value of what you did. Thank you so much Julie. thanks for this interesting question. Julie. If s/he were also a Registered Dietitian, the RD is a very relevant credential. You don’t yet have the MEd – once you get that, you can add that to your name, after the PGCE (which I think will always be relevant if you want to keep teaching, since it shows you are trained specifically as a teacher). An institution of higher learning confers them to acknowledge that this person has demonstrated mastery of a subject, and has made significant contributions to the world or a field or industry through their lives and work. What I guess I’m getting at is, if I put my name “first last AS, BSSW, MSW, LMSW, LCSW” why would I do that?! Thanks for your comment – lots of good ideas in there. Hi Laurie, it’s quite common for people to be so proud of all they’ve earned that they want to list all their credentials – and you’re right, it does look like alphabet soup! I hope this helps. We all perform the same duties and we all sign our signatures with RN behind them. because it’s more explanatory. You can do so, of course, and you’ll be educating folks here. While “MA, MA” is funny, you’re so right that it’s not a great way to present yourself. Getting all burnt up over something this small isn’t indicative of an individual who wants to be employed anywhere I know of. A master's degree isn't typically listed on a business card, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't show off your amazing credentials – just use good MBA business card etiquette. That’s not the way the world works. It’s not usual practice to put a BBA after your name. If you have a certificate in digital marketing, you would put CDM. Best, Julie. Best, Julie. We all knew what you meant. Isn’t the MSW assumed, since it is a prerequisite of a LCSW? Im guessing I could put my name as: (first name ) (last name) PE MS? From what I see in my research on the UK, credentials often are not used after someone’s name, and when they are, the most prominent is QC (for Queen’s Counsel). Your thoughts? Julie. great question. I’d list it under “Skills” as Facilities Management Professional (FMP), and do a new section on your resume that says “Certifications” and put down that you have FMP Certification and where you studied it. I am pursuing my Masters in Holistic Healing at the university in which I am presenting. You may choose to include periods when abbreviating the degree as "M.B.A.," but they are not usually necessary. Hopefully, this will allow you to stand out. Dear Ryan, They guy does have a PhD from the USA, and was awarded honorary MD from Hungary (the guy himself is American). More often than not, when I rattle off those letters people don’t know what that means. If it were me, I’d go with MSIT-SE and explain the credential in the Education section of my resume as well as in any cover letter and both the headline and summary of my LinkedIn profile. The NPA is a fairly uncommon credential, and I would imagine that listing it would cause people to ask what it is, so there’s an opportunity for you to market your non-profit administration abilities. I welcome seeing RD or PE or another professionial designation indicating licensure or advanced accreditation, etc., after someone’s name, but phlueeeze spare me the “BS” of putting BS, BA, MBA, MS or whatever after your name. Is this correct? My boss has on his business cards and email signature “John Doe MSW LCSW” Am I right in thinking this is incorrect? luckily you know that earning any professional degree requires a lot of work – whether in the US or Europe or anywhere in the world. Good luck! So I’d list RN, MBA. And when you list Education, you will spell out “Family Development Credential” followed by “(FDC)” because reviewers who don’t know what FDC means will seek understanding under your Education section. Perhaps it will help educate others. Best of luck in your studies and job search! Good luck! If I am able to list all of my degrees, in what order are they to be listed? You don’t need to list the Bachelor degrees at all. How Are Credentials Listed on a Business Card. In fact, what I’ve read is that because Master’s degrees are often sought, it’s smart to list an MBA or other Master’s degree after your name as the way to quickly communicate that you have that credential. It doesn’t really matter to most non-profit folks that you know how to run non-profit operations, if you’re a counselor. I have a MA in Counseling. Hi Donnelle, I sometimes include BSN on some documents when I want to remind others of my more advanced education…vain I know. I’d love to hear more of his ideas, and yours. Not primary. This can be confused with MSIT-SE (Masters of Science in Information Technology-Systems Engineering) that are offered by the same University. My guess is that wherever you apply, someone will know what FDC means, yet if they don’t, you’ll be able to explain. I agree, I am a RN with a MHSA and a MA.Ed and my bachelor is in nutrition. Best, Julie, Hi Christopher D. Rindsig, B.S. That’s what makes the world so fun – lots to learn! Hi Abbey, Those letters convey a volume of information about a person’s training, vocation, attitude, and worldview. Thank you in advance for your expertise. Also what other certifications would suggest would be good to go along with a Masters in my area. If you want more options, then include the PMP in your resume and on LinkedIn, but don’t put it after your name. There are some exceptions, such as if you work in academia or are contacting new clients for the first time -- that's where your MBA adds credibility, so go ahead and add it. Put it in the education section of your resume and LinkedIn profile, and definitely mention it in your cover letter. This makes clear that your degree, licensure or certification is. Note that Software Engineering and Systems Engineering are both specializations. Examples of areas of concentration include an MBA in accounting, health care administration, international business, finance or marketing. Best, Julie. To me I know RD as research and development. Just your name is NOT enough. It’s when we step outside our world that it’s important to realize that not everyone knows what we know. If you wanted to do JD, PhD, LCSW – that makes a certain sense because the JD and PhD are terminal degrees while the LCSW is a licensing credential based on you also having an MSW. Best, Julie. If you prefer not, then don’t. Or should I just put RN and list my bachelors under the education section?
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