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The online Understanding  Blockchain, Bitcoin, and Cryptocurrency Certificate Program consists of following three courses:

Course 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Blockchain Networks is designed to provide learners with a foundational background and understanding of the emerging technology called blockchain and cryptocurrencies, and further spark learners’ interest in the biggest technology since the internet

Course 2: Introduction to Blockchain Platforms, Cryptocurrencies, and the Digital Economy is designed as an Introduction to Blockchain Platforms where learners will be introduced to the specific information related to Blockchain platforms including Hyperledger, Bitcoin, and Ethereum

Course 3: The Future of Blockchain: Challenges, Opportunities, & Intro to Use Case is designed to provide learners with a foundational background and understanding of the future of the emerging technology called Blockchain, and how the emerging technology called blockchain is being applied by showcasing real world blockchain use cases. 

Why should you purchase this program?

The three main reasons are:

1. Acquire Skills that will help you regardless of what industry you are in. 

Blockchain is a newer technology that has gain considerable traction since it was introduced in 2009. Blockchain is at a point that it is no longer an emerging technology, but rather a foundational technology. 

The Mastering Blockchain, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Certificate Program is an online, three level educational series focused on preparing graduates to master blockchain and cryptocurrencies as required to be employed.

 

This Mastering Blockchain, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Certificate Program is designed to provide students with solid, professionally focused knowledge of blockchain -- the #1 Job Skill according to LinkedIn for the year 2020. This online program is designed for students at all levels of experience, and no previous computer knowledge is required. 

 

The program delivers a solid, professionally focused knowledge of blockchain across a wide range of business-critical areas. It also includes a strong focus on how blockchain technology is driving a massive investment opportunity and countless startups leveraging the benefits of this technology.

 

It’s not an exaggeration to say that blockchain technology and cryptocurrency is driving a complete reframe of how we conceptualize value -- from the definition of money to the creating, buying, and selling of digital assets such as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). The use cases for this technology for both commercial and social good are only limited by one’s imagination. It seems endless. 

 

Blockchain provides us with a new way to think. 

Blockchain is driving massive disruption and transformation in many industries world-wide.

And it is big business.

 According to an online article by PWC October 13, 2020 (click on the image below):

 

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Blockchain technologies could boost the global economy by US$1.76 trillion by 2030 through raising levels of tracking, tracing, and trust.

 

According to Statista on the internet (click on image below):

 

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In 2017, spending for blockchain was just under $1 billion, and by 2021 that spending had increased to $6.6 billion, and it is projected that by 2024 spending will be $19 billion. 

 

Career Progression

 

In recent times, blockchain has become a magic word for organizations who are applying the technology to solve complex problems. Some of that magic seems to be rubbing off on career prospects for those working in the industry. 

 

Glassdoor, a jobs review site, found that demand for blockchain-related jobs this year increased by 300 percent as compared to last year. 

The skyrocketing demand for blockchain-related jobs has also translated into a significant salary bump. Online jobs site, Hired, stated that the average salary for blockchain developers is between $150,000 and $175,000 – a range that is approximately $15,000 to $40,000 higher than the standard salary for software engineers. 

 

2. Find employment, stay employed, or advance – here are the jobs

 

You may have heard about the high salaries associated with jobs for blockchain expertsBlockchain professionals draw attractive compensations because of their capabilities to take up challenges in some of the most complex scenarios. When you are employed in any blockchain role you can attract a competitive salary that will offer long-term stability. Large and medium-sized businesses, governments and non-profits require blockchain expertise to grow and succeed.

 

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Upwork, a site for freelancers, stated that demand for freelancers with a “blockchain” asset grew by 3,500 percent this year as compared to last year.    

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3. Get proof of your abilities by earning a certificate from the Foundational Technologies Institute (FTI) which is independent of this Education Provider, and which is approved by industry. 

 

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