Training and Credential Directories

Government finders, accreditation databases, credential registries, and quality-checking resources for comparing US education and training. Browse 30 resources with stated United States availability.

Government and Credential Finders

9 resources

CareerOneStop License Finder

Use for occupations where legal authority comes from a state license rather than a voluntary certificate.

For: State-regulated occupations
Official resourceOnlineFree

Credential Finder

Credential Engine search covering credentials, learning opportunities, assessments, competencies, and pathways.

For: All industries and occupations
Credential providerOnlineFree

College Scorecard

Compare costs, completion, fields of study, debt, and earnings.

For: Degree and certificate programs
Official resourceOnlineFree

TrainingProviderResults.gov

Compare completion, employment, and earnings outcomes where reported.

For: Workforce and occupational training
Official resourceOnlineFree

Accreditation and Quality Directories

19 resources

U.S. Department of Education DAPIP

Verify institutional and programmatic accreditation before paying for a school program.

For: Colleges, universities, and postsecondary programs
AccreditationOnlineFree

CHEA Directories

Search institutions and programs accredited by recognized U.S. accreditors.

For: Colleges and professional programs
Course directoryOnlineFree

JRCERT Program Search

Find accredited educational programs.

For: Radiography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance, medical dosimetry
AccreditationOnlineFree

CACREP Directory

Search accredited counseling programs by state and specialty.

For: Counseling
AccreditationOnlineFree

APA Accredited Programs Search

Search APA-accredited doctoral, internship, and postdoctoral programs.

For: Clinical, counseling, and school psychology
AccreditationOnlineFree

CODA Program Search

Search accredited dental education programs.

For: Dentistry and dental assisting/hygiene/laboratory technology
AccreditationOnlineFree

Education, Credit, and Program Evaluation

2 resources

ACE National Guide

Check ACE credit recommendations for training and examinations.

For: Workplace and non-collegiate learning
Course directoryOnlineFree

How to compare training and credential directories

Confirm who provides the resource, what it teaches, its intended audience, prerequisites, delivery format, total cost, refund terms, and the evidence required to earn any credential. Course completion does not automatically provide professional certification or legal permission to work in a licensed occupation.

Availability and acceptance can change by state, employer, membership status, schedule, or cohort. Use official regulators and credential issuers for binding requirements. For mentorship and coaching, compare relevant experience, service boundaries, privacy, cancellation terms, and whether the provider makes realistic claims.

30 resources in 3 focused groups

Research snapshot: July 29, 2026. Verify current eligibility, pricing, credential rules, schedules, and service terms on the official website.