You have your BAC and are you looking for a course that suits you? Do you often hear about professional titles, diplomas, and RNCP titles? With all these terminologies, you don’t know where to turn. To help you see more clearly, in this article, find the different types of diplomas and professional titles and how to get resume.

What is an RNCP title?

A professional title represents certification of skills and aptitudes for the exercise of a trade or an activity related to a professional field. It is issued in the name of the State through the Ministry of Labor and Employment.

Professional titles are listed in the RNCP (National Directory of Professional Certification). They correspond to level 5 to 1 qualification.

Take for example the RNCP level 1 title which is equivalent to a BAC + 5 level of study. It also relates to a Master’s or Doctorate. A title registered with the RNCP certifies that you have a level of certification recognized by the State.

The various diplomas

A diploma constitutes a certificate level of knowledge or skills. At the end of your studies or when you pass an exam, you get a diploma. You can also obtain a diploma by validation of prior learning (VAE).

 

In fact, there are two kinds of diplomas:

• National diplomas (Baccalaureate, License, Master, and Doctorate): they are issued by the Ministry of National Education and the Ministry of Higher Education,
• State diplomas: These are diplomas or study certificates that you get after training in a well-defined sector. They are issued on behalf of the state by other ministries. In the category of state diplomas, we find BTS, DUT, Licenses, Professional Licenses as well as Masters.

What are the different types of diplomas and RNCP titles?

Before the BAC / RNCP title: level 5

This level includes diplomas such as the CAP, the BEP, and the MC. The early childhood CAP allows you to work in the field of childcare.

BAC / RNCP title: level 4

It corresponds to general, technological, and professional baccalaureate diplomas.

BAC + 2 / RNCP title: level 3

This classification concerns BTS and DUT. Among others, a person who has a BTS SIO holds the title of senior technician in IT services to organizations.

BAC + 3 / RNCP title: level 2

In this nomenclature is the bachelor’s degree. If, for example, you are licensed in commerce, you can carry the title of a commercial assistant.

BAC + 5 / RNCP title: level 1

The Master’s degree falls in this category. Do you have a master’s degree in computer security? You can therefore carry the title of expert in computer security.

BAC + 8 / RNCP title: level 1

In this classification, we find the doctorate. But in the field of accounting, for example, we speak of DEC which provides the title of a chartered accountant.

What is the difference between a professional title and a diploma?

The diploma rather relates to a course of study, while the title rather emphasizes the function that one can occupy. A diploma certifies an academic level. The professional title, on the other hand, guarantees that you have the required level to exercise such or such a profession.

Of course, both will allow you to land the job of your dreams. Also, if you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to ask for confirmation.