Unofficial centers' expert or master's titles can be deceptive

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
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A diploma or certificate with official-looking seals next to a laptop showing an ad for a quick online course, symbolizing the deceptive offer of non-homologated degrees.

Expert or Master's Degrees from Unofficial Centers Can Be Deceptive

The internet is full of promises offering to turn you into an expert or get you a master's in just a few weeks from home. However, behind these attractive ads often lies a reality: the diplomas they issue have no real academic validity. Paying for them can be a costly mistake 🚫.

The Trap of Academic Validity

Only universities and centers recognized by the educational system can award degrees with official validity. Courses from private centers do not go through these quality controls. Therefore, they are not valid for processes like taking civil service exams, validating subjects, or advancing to positions that require a homologated degree. Essentially, they are certificates of attendance at a private course, and their high price does not make them genuine master's degrees.

Consequences of Lacking Homologation:
An intensive course of a few weeks cannot be equated to a university master's degree, which requires hundreds of hours of study and work.

How These Diplomas Are Perceived in the Job Market

Human resources professionals in serious companies know how to identify an official degree. Presenting a diploma from a short, non-homologated course can generate distrust about the solidity of your preparation. Investing in training with real recognition is always a safer bet to build a sustainable professional career.

Signs That Alert Recruiters:

Investing in Real Knowledge

When faced with a training offer, it is crucial to verify the homologation of the degree. A course that promises to make you an expert in two weekends probably only teaches you to spend money quickly. The most valuable diploma is the one that certifies real and proven knowledge, not the one that simply decorates a wall. Prioritize quality and official recognition over speed and deceptive marketing 💡.