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Money: Earn Extra Cash with Certificate Programs

Rodney Brooks
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September 18, 2023

Increasingly retirees are earning extra money by taking on full-or part-time jobs to bring in extra income or to keep busy, and certificate programs can help.

Certificate programs for retirees

There are literally hundreds of certificate programs at universities, community colleges and others run by trade associations. However, not all of them may make sense for someone looking to earn extra money part time. Some of the best options for retirees or older workers:

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Authored By Rodney A. Brooks

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