Certification is beneficial to everyone in the Information Technology field. Customers, business managers, and individual workers benefit from obtaining a clear understanding of how the technology around us works and how we can apply it to our everyday business challenges.
For the Individual
Current studies show that the IT market is now seeing “negative unemployment.” There are more jobs available than skilled people, especially in areas like networking and application development.
There are more than 400,000 out of an industry with slightly under 11,000,000 unfilled IT-related jobs in North America. The IT industry is expecting annual growth to continue upward in every area. IT counts for roughly 8% of the current workforce and this number should continue to rise as well.
According to the US Department of Labor, some of the fastest growing jobs of the future are Computer Engineers, Computer Support Specialists, Database Administrators, Data Processing Equipment Repairs, Desktop Publishing Specialists, and System Analysts. These jobs all share the Information Technology field in common, and for the most part, these jobs all require certification.
Security has become an essential part of technology because of both September 11th and the popularity of the internet. There are several certifications that can aid people seeking to become security specialists. The most popular at this time is CompTIA’s Security+ certification. For those wishing to take it to the next level Microsoft as expanded their MCSE to include MCSE Security which includes as an elective option Security+. There will likely be no shortage of security jobs available in the future.
For the Business Manager
Corporations worldwide are facing an Information Technology skills gap. As the strategic importance of IT increases, there is a growing shortage of skilled IT professionals. While always looking for education and experience in new employees, with the lack of experienced workers available, certification is the most important criteria when looking to fill jobs. Certification can also aid the employer in assuring that their existing workforce is capable of handling the new and emerging technologies. Research from IDC continually shows organizations receiving a strong payback from certifying their employees.
Authorized Prometric Test Center
PST is an Authorized Prometric Test Center, site SC56, delivering exams for Microsoft, CompTIA, Novell and many others, with more testing sponsors being added continuously. If you are ready to test, check out the technical exam prices. (return to top)
Pearson Vue
PST is a Pearson VUE Authorized Testing Center, Site ID 62358, delivering exams for Cisco, American College, CompTIA, Citrix, Novell and many others. Are you ready to test, schedule online at http://www.pearsonvue.com/. (return to top)
Certiport Center
Certiport, is one of only three global networks qualified to deliver validated computer certifications. As the leading provider of global, performance-based certification programs and services, Certiport provides certification programs such as Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, Microsoft Office Specialist, IC³ and others which PST offers. Our site number is 84000782. (return to top)
Kryterion
PST is a Kryterion Host, facility code HOST0166, delivering exams for American Indoor Air Quality Council, Council for Service Management, Software Engineering Institute and Construction Manager Certification Institute – CMAA to just name a few. (return to top)
