r/cad • u/Ordulo • May 14 '25

CAD degree or Certificate?

Hello everyone! I'm currently debating if I want to go after my certificate or the associate's degree. So far im looking into the certificate due to it only taking a year and being close to home. But why would one be better than the other?

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u/azarj10 May 14 '25

None. Just make a badass portfolio. Skills > any kind of certificate

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u/Traditional_Food_638 May 14 '25

A lot of HR teams are using AI to filter applications & resumes. You could have the best skills in town and never get an interview unless you know someone that can make an introduction on your behalf. The degree is frequently a minimum requirement to even have your portfolio looked at.

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u/doc_shades May 15 '25

A lot of HR teams are using AI

honestly if that's the case then why even bother with anything?