It is very difficult for a recruiter or employer to evaluate whether an individual is competent computer technology professional because the technology is very complicated. For this reason the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has defined specific skills and knowledge that a computer technology professional must have. This is a great advantage to employers because, if an individual meets the CompTIA standards, they can be confident that the individual is a competent computer technology professional.
CompTIA does not do any testing itself, it only specifies the skills and knowledge that a computer technology professional must have to competently perform the job. The testing is administered by independent testing organizations such as Sylvan Prometric. When an individual passes the required examination, CompTIA awards them certification. CompTIA does not provide any training materials to prepare for the examinations. Training and and exam preparation is provided by independent training organizations.
There are several different areas of certification. A+ Computer Technician was the first certification developed by CompTIA. Network+ defines specific skills and knowledge that a computer networking technician must have. It verifies that you have the knowledge to competently perform the computer networking technician job.
This ebook provides some training to prepare you for the Network+ certification exam. Holding CompTIA certification is a great advantage to a computer technology professional because it provides proof to employers that they competence required to perform the job. Certification can help you acquire employment in the computer technology profession. In fact many employers require CompTIA certification.
If you are already working in the computer technology field, certification can help you advance and earn a higher salary. Being CompTIA certified can give you the self confidence and recognition you need to compete in today’s demanding job market.
