Completed training while job hunting - what worked for you?

After 17 weeks of evening classes I have a new certificate. I am in Baltimore, in case local advice matters. A friend helped me with practice tests. Thanks for the encouragement.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it last year, and it settled down once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

Congratulations! Put it at the top of your résumé and mention it in your cover note.