EARN PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS THROUGH THE LIBRARY
Login to the Washington State Library’s online portal (wsl.infojinicloud.com) to request practice courses, practice exams, and certification exams. From the dropdown select Whatcom County Libraries, and login with your library card number and pin (usually the last four digits of your phone number).
Build your resume and increase your hireability with technical and specialist certifications.
Whatcom County Library System and Bellingham Public Library are partnering with the Washington State Library to offer free certification courses and exams (see below). These are industry recognized certifications demonstrating one’s proficiency and skills to an employer or prospective college.
CERTIFICATION COURSES & EXAMS

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST)

CompTIA

Intuit/QuickBooks

Information Technology Specialist (IT)

Microsoft Certified Fundamentals

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
STUDY RESOURCES
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning is a leading online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology, and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals.
- Start where you are comfortable: You can learn at your own pace using courses that are relevant to your present level of ability.
- Choose videos as needed or use learning paths to prepare for an industry certification.
- Explore all content that will prep you for industry-specific certifications
- Explore learning paths and courses specific to certifications offered through the WCLS/state library.
GMetrix Courses
GMetrix has comprehensive self-paced practice courses using real world simulations of software. As well as timed practice exams and detailed feedback that highlights areas for improvement. All learning materials, labs, workbooks, and other study tools are included. Fill out the form below to receive a code from the library that gives you free access to practice courses for the following certification exams.
Preview the certificate exam interface.
Browse the library catalog for books on CompTIA, QuickBooks, Microsoft, and more.
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