Local Career Development Entrepreneur Awarded Distinguished Professional Credential

Susan Eckert of Advance Career & Professional Development has completed a rigorous evaluation process to earn the "Credentialed Career Master" designation. The CCM is the first credential of its kind for career and employment industry professionals, verifying their professional expertise, commitment to continuing education and dedication through pro bono work.

BRIGHTWATERS, N.Y./EWORLDWIRE/Sep. 29, 2003 --- Susan Eckert of Advance Career & Professional Development has completed a rigorous evaluation process to earn the "Credentialed Career Master" designation. The CCM is the first credential of its kind for career and employment industry professionals, verifying their professional expertise, commitment to continuing education and dedication through pro bono work.

The Certified Career Master credential is awarded by the Career Master's Institute, a networking and training organization for professionals across the entire spectrum of the Careers industry -- resume writing, recruitment, outplacement, career coaching, career counseling, testing and assessment, college/university placement, military/government transition and corporate Human Resources.

In addition to the CCM credential, Ms. Eckert also holds certification as a Professional Resume Writer. Recognized as an expert in the field of resume writing, career guidance, and human resource practices, she is the author of many articles published online and in magazines. Upcoming articles and expertise will be featured in The Wall Street Journal's CareerJournal, HR.COM Magazine, IMDiversity and Employment Review.

In line with her commitment to providing pro bono support, Ms. Eckert will be volunteering her time and resume/job search expertise during the upcoming day-long Women for Hire job fair scheduled to take place in Manhattan on October 21st. (For further information regarding the job fair please visit www.womenforhire.com.)

Principal of Advance Career & Professional Development, Ms. Eckert has been supporting individuals in their professional development throughout her career. She has begin to partner with several universities to offer innovative career and professional development programs to individuals and organizations on Long Island. For more information regarding workshops scheduled for November, please visit http://advancecareerdevelopment.com/ucd.htm.

For more information, please contact Susan Eckert by phone at 631-666-3224 or visit www.advancecareerdevelopment.com.