Certifications & Continuing Learning
What I've Learned
Core Certifications
The data-focused credentials that make up the backbone of my skill set.
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Earned: October 2024
Why: To gain an industry-standard data analysis foundation
Skills: Data analysis, Python, SQL, R, Google BigQuery
MO-211: Microsoft Excel Expert (M365 Apps)
Earned: February 2026
Why: Excel and VBA were already central to my work. I wanted a credential that proved it.
Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel, VBA, Pivot Tables, data cleaning, data visualization
AI-901: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
Earned: August 2026
Why: After a conversation with a data scientist about where the field's heading, I picked this up as a first step into AI Engineering.
Skills: AI, LLMs, Microsoft Foundry, Microsoft Azure
Quick Skill-Builders
Shorter, focused certs
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Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations | May 2026 | Data visualization, dashboard design, basic Tableau workflow |
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HubSpot Reporting | May 2026 | Marketing analytics, report building, HubSpot dashboards |
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Data Integrations Certification | July 2026 | API fundamentals, data syncing between platforms |
Continuing Learning
Not data-related, just proof that "lifelong learner" isn't limited to my day job.
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer | February 2025 | I love weightlifting and wanted to learn how to help my friends and family without them getting injured. Certificate Number: 1251452194 |
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NASM Certified Nutrition Coach | August 2025 | I can help people I care about make better eating decisions, too. Certificate Number: 1251564453 |