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Do you put expired certs on your resume?
binarysoul
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I have seen some resumes include things like CCNA (2009-2013) or CCNA (expired).
Not sure how recruiters view this.
Not sure how recruiters view this.
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rcsoar4fun
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Depends on the cert. CCIE, yes. Network+, no. All of my Comptia ones are expired, I don't suppose that is going to hurt me much.
Something to keep in mind, the HR folks may very well be doing a keyword search or using software that does. If they want a A+ it won't matter much if you have 20 years experience working on computers, they will search for A+. -
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dave330i
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No. If a cert is important to my career I would keep it up to date.2018 Certification Goals: Maybe VMware Sales Cert
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joelsfood
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No. I keep a cert active or I don't list it.
The only expired/inactive thing I would keep on a resume is a DOD clearance, as that can quickly show your eligibility on "Must have or be able to get X clearance". It can also show a company how far back they will have to pay for background check to go. -
Optionsnster
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I would probably do it personally. They'll know that my focus is not on the expired cert, but it can still add value. I'd be more likely to omit putting a cert in a field I'm not wanting to work in (if I have an MCTS in SQL but I don't want to do anything SQL related at all, I'll omit it), but say I only have an MCSA 2012 and an expired CCNA, I'll put the CCNA in there for keyword and proof of understanding of networks and Cisco gear.