An I.T. Human Resources Manager sees many resumes a day. They scan the resumes for keywords, or benchmarks to decide if a candidate is qualified for a position. Years of experience, industry experience, transitional skill-sets and education all play a part in the hiring process. Certification is one of these keywords. Certification proves that a candidate is committed, both to the process of learning, and to the subject matter they study.
As a student, certification should be the basis for:
- Choosing an IT school
- Choosing an IT career path
Because there are so many facets of I.T., there are many certification avenues to investigate. The first consideration has to be specialization.
Certification not only provides the tools and training required to deliver world-class support to every customer but it also establishes an essential set of credentials. Certifications help to establish the industry benchmarks and best practices to abide by - enabling practitioners to be consistent in the delivery of customer care.
In this knowledge-based I.T. environment, companies attempt to do more with less. The only sure way to stay abreast of constant industry and technology changes is to invest in continuous education. Companies that support employee certification can operate their networks more effectively as well as take advantage of the cost savings that come with improved efficiency. Now more than ever, professionals need certification and corporations need individuals with certification.
The Benefits of Certification