| Certification |
Description |
| A+ |
Sponsored by CompTIA, this certification
indicates that the holder has the skills and training to troubleshoot and repair
computers. A common certification for entry-level hardware technicians. A+ is
not vendor-specific, though one core element of the certification is knowledge
of the Microsoft Windows operating system. For more information, see
http://www.comptia.org/certification/a/default.aspx |
| AcceleratedSAP |
Sponsored by SAP AG, this certification
indicates that the holder has been trained using Accelerated SAP in one or more
of the following categories: Customer Solution Strategy, AcceleratedSAP
Implementation, and/or Continuous Business Improvement.
For more information, see
http://www.sap.com/index.aspx |
| Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) |
An Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) credential certifies
individuals have the entry-level skills to plan, design, build, and maintain
effective communications using different forms of digital media. For more
information, see
http://www.adobe.com/support/certification/. |
Adobe Certified Expert
(ACE) |
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person who has
demonstrated proficiency with one or more Adobe software products. To become an
ACE, you must pass one or more product-specific proficiency exams and agree to
the ACE terms and conditions. For more information, see
http://www.adobe.com/support/certification/. |
Adobe Certified Professional
(ACP) |
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs) set themselves apart
from other IT professionals. They consistently demonstrate expertise with Adobe
products and platforms, and add value to colleagues, managers, and their own
career. For more information, see
http://www.adobe.com/support/certification/. |
| Apple Certified Desktop Technician (ACDT) |
Apple Certified Desktop Technician (ACDT)
certification verifies the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repair
of Macintosh desktop systems, such as iMac and Power Mac G5. ACDT certification
exams emphasize identifying and resolving common OS X problems, and using Apple
Service and Support products and practices to effectively repair Apple hardware.
For more information, see
http://train.apple.com/certification/acdt.html |
| Apple Certified Help Desk Specialist (ACHDS) |
The Apple Certified Help Desk Specialist (ACHDS)
certification verifies an understanding of Mac OS X core functionality and an
ability to configure key services, perform basic troubleshooting, and assist end
users with essential Mac OS X capabilities. This certification addresses the
technical skills needed by a Mac OS X specialist who works on a help desk or
otherwise assists Mac OS X users with technical issues.
For more information, see
http://train.apple.com/certification/achds.html |
| Apple Certified Portable Technician (ACPT) |
Apple Certified Portable Technician (ACPT)
certification verifies the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repair
of Macintosh portable systems, such as iBook and PowerBook G4. ACPT
certification exams emphasize identifying and resolving common OS X problems,
and using Apple Service and Support products and practices to effectively repair
Apple hardware.
For more information, see
http://train.apple.com/certification/acpt.html |
| Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA) |
Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA)
certification verifies an in-depth knowledge of Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server
architecture and an ability to install and configure machines; design and
configure networks; enable, customize, tune, and troubleshoot a wide range of
services; and integrate Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server within a heterogeneous and
legacy networked environment. The required exams are based on Mac OS X and Mac
OS X Server v10.3.
For more information, see
http://train.apple.com/certification/acsa.html |
| Apple Certified Technical Coordinator (ACTC) |
Apple Certified Technical Coordinator (ACTC)
certification verifies a foundation in Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server core
functionality and an ability to configure key services and perform basic
troubleshooting of the essential Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server capabilities. The
required exams are based on Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server v10.3.
For more information, see
http://train.apple.com/certification/actc.html |
| Advanced Information Security (AIS) |
Computer security certification for the network
IT and security professional that focuses on assessing security risks and
prevention of security breaches. This certification, offered by Security
University, is an advanced course that requires expert knowledge of security
technologies. AIS is broken down into two different areas of focus: Computer
Security Fundamentals and Anti-Hacking Certification.
For more information, see
http://www.securityuniversity.net/certification.php
|
| Apple Pro Training Series: End-User
Certification Program |
The Apple Pro Training Series gives end-users
the opportunity to choose their method of learning, with either instructor-led
or self-paced courses, in Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Shake and/or Logic.
Instructor-led courses are held throughout North America, South America, Europe
and Asia at Apple Authorized Training Centers. These courses are taught by Apple
Certified Trainers and balance concepts and lectures with hands on labs and
exercises. Upon completion of the course material, students can become an Apple
Pro by taking the certification exam at an Apple Authorized Training Center.
For more information, see
http://www.apple.com/software/pro/training/cert_programs.html |
| Certified Broadcast Networking Technologist
(CBNT) |
This certification is designed for persons who
wish to demonstrate a basic familiarity with networking hardware as used in
business and audio/video applications in broadcast facilities.
For more information, see
http://www.sbe.org/CBNT.php |
| Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) |
The Certified Computer Examiner certification is
designed to professionalize and further the field and science of computer
forensics by providing a fair, uncompromised process for certifying the
competency of forensic computer examiners. The Certified Computer Examiner (CCE)
certification is provided in association with the International Society of
Forensic Computer Examiners. Sponsoring schools include the Southeast CyberCrime
Institute at Kennesaw State University, the Tri County Technical College,
Pendleton, SC, Sir Sanford Fleming College, Ontario, Canada and Roger Williams
University, Bristol, RI.
For more information, see
http://www.certified-computer-examiner.com/
|
| Certified Document Imaging Architect
Certification (CDIA) |
The CompTIA CDIA+ certification is the first
global standard of competency and professionalism in the document
imaging/document management industry. Supported by a network of worldwide
industry leaders, it validates a professional's level of expertise in the
technologies and best practices used to plan, design, and specify a document
imaging, management system.
For more information, see
http://www.comptia.org/
|
| Certified Electronics Technician by the ETA (CET)
|
Since 1978 the Electronics Technicians
Association, International (ETA) has certified thousands of electronics
technicians worldwide. ETA certified technicians excel in their areas of
expertise, such as Fiber Optics, Biomedical Imaging, Computers, Satellite,
Radar, Voice over IP, Telecommunications and Avionics. ETA works closely with,
and supports the efforts of, Certified Service Centers (CSC), National Coalition
for Electronics Education (NCEE), Satellite Dealers Association (SDA) and the
International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC).
For more information, see
http://www.eta-sda.org/
|
| Certified Hardware Asset Management Professional
(CHAMP) |
Sponsored by the International Association of IT
Asset Managers (IAITAM), this certification targets the business practices that
all organizations should employ to manage hardware assets. Professionals
receiving this certification are qualified to improve the life cycle management
of assets to attain the goals of accountability, cost savings, control and
reduced risk.
For more information, see
http://www.iaitam.org/ |
| Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) |
The CISA program certifies individuals in the IS
audit, control and security profession. To earn the CISA designation, candidates
are required to successfully complete the CISA Examination, adhere to the
Information Systems Audit and Control Association.s Code of Professional Ethics
(Candidate.s Guide to the CISA Examination) and submit evidence of a minimum of
five (5) years of professional IS auditing, control or security work experience.
The CISA qualification is offered by ISACA and is conducted at over 140
locations in 45 countries.
For more information, see http://www.isaca.org/
|
| Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) |
The CISM certification is for individuals who
manage, design, oversee or assesses an enterprise.s information security (IS).
To obtain CISM qualifications individuals must Score a passing grade on the CISM
exam, agree to a Code of Professional Ethics to guide professional and personal
conduct, and submit verified evidence of a minimum of five years of information
security work experience, with a minimum of three years of information security
management work experience in three or more of the job practice analysis areas.
For more information, see http://www.isaca.org/
|
| Certified Information Systems Security
Professional (CISSP) |
Issued by (ISC)2, the Certified Information
Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification provides information
security professionals with not only an objective measure of competence but a
globally recognized standard of achievement.
For more information, see https://www.isc2.org/
|
| Certified Information Technology Asset Manager (CITAM) |
Sponsored by the International Association of IT
Asset Managers (IAITAM), this certification for the IT asset management
professional signifies mastery of the implementation and management issues
associated with hardware and software asset management. This advanced class
requires CSAM or CHAMP certification or significant job related experience in
the ITAM field.
For more information, see
http://www.iaitam.org/
|
| Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) |
A CIW certification is a documented measure that
validates an individual's skill and knowledge in a given CIW job role, or a
combination of specified CIW job role and language theory exams that culminate
in a Master CIW certification. A CIW certification is earned by passing the
required CIW exam(s). A CIW certification is earned by passing the required CIW
exams.
For more information, see
http://www.ciwcertified.com/introCND.asp?comm=CND
|
| Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) |
Sponsored by the International Association of IT
Asset Managers (IAITAM), this certification focuses on the business practices
for software asset management necessary for compliance and as a corporate cost
savings strategy. For more information, see http://www.iaitam.org/ |
| Certified Software Developer Program (CSDP) |
Sponsored by IEEE, the IEEE Computer Society
certification is the only software development professional certification that
has all of these critical support components and carries the mark of the IEEE
Computer Society. Candidates applying for certification as a Certified Software
Development Professional must satisfy both educational and experiential
requirements.
For more information, see
http://www.computer.org/portal/site/ieeecs/index.jsp
|
| Certified Software Tester (CSTE) |
The Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
certification is intended to establish standards for initial qualification and
provide direction for the testing function through an aggressive educational
program. To qualify for candidacy, each applicant must meet one of three
prerequisites: a bachelor's degree from an accredited college-level institution,
an associate degree and two years of experience in the information services
field or six years of experience in the information services field.
For more information, see
http://www.softwarecertifications.org/
|
| Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) |
Sponsored by CompTIA, this certification
indicates the holder has demonstrated the skills required to successfully train
IT professionals.
For more information, see
http://www.comptia.org/certification/ctt/default.aspx
|
| Certified Wireless Analysis Professional (CWAP) |
(CWNP Certification) CWAP certification will
advance your career by ensuring you have the skills to maximize the performance
of a wireless network and reduce the time spent troubleshooting problems. CWAP
certifications are valid for three years. For more information, see http://www.cwne.com/cwap/ |
| Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) |
(CWNP Certification) Your CWNA certification
will get you started in your wireless career by ensuring you have the skills to
successfully administer enterprise-class wireless LANs. CWNA certifications are
valid for three years.
For more information, see
http://www.cwne.com/cwna/
|
| Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this certification indicates
the holder demonstates a foundation or apprentice knowledge of network design
for the Cisco Internetwork Infrastructure, which includes designing routed and
switched network infrastructures involving LAN, WAN, and dial access services
for enterprises. CCNA is a prerequisite for CCDA.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le0/le4/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this certification indicates
the holder demonstrates advanced knowledge of network design and can design
routed and switched networks involving LAN, WAN, and dial access services. CCNA
and CCDA are prerequisites for CCDP.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le37/le5/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this advanced certification
indicates the holder has in-depth knowledge of Cisco network technologies and
can troubleshoot large networks. For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/ccie/index.html
|
| Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional (CCIP) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this advanced certification
indicates the holder demonstrates understanding of networking technologies in
the service provider arena, including IP routing, IP QoS, BGP, and MPLS. CCNA is
a prerequisite to CCIP.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le37/le8/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this entry-level
certification indicates the holder demonstrates basic knowledge to install,
configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks
(100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP,
IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le0/le9/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this advanced certification
indicates the holder demonstrates the knowledge to install, configure, and
troubleshoot local and wide area networks for enterprise organizations with
networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes. CCNA is a prerequisite to CCNP.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le37/le10/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) |
Sponsored by Cisco, this certification indicates
the holder demonstrates advanced knowledge of securing Cisco networks, including
perimeter security, virtual private networks, and intrusion protection. CCNA is
a prerequisite to CCSP.
For more information, see
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/le3/le2/le37/le54/learning_certification_type_home.html
|
| Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) |
Sponsored by Citrix, this certification indicates
the holder understands Citrix application servers and Citrix platform products.
This certification is the foundation for more advanced Citrix certifications.
For more information, see
http://www.citrix.com/site/SS/training/certTrack.asp?trackID=3381 |
| Citrix Certified Enterprise Administrator (CCEA) |
Sponsored by Citrix, this certification indicates
the holder can install and administer the Citrix MetaFrame Access Suite of
products. The CCA certification is a prerequisite to CCEA.
For more information, see
http://www.citrix.com/site/SS/training/certTrack.asp?trackID=3382
|
| Citrix Certified Instructor (CCI) |
Sponsored by Citrix, this certification indicates
the holder demonstrates an exceptional knowledge of the Citrix MetaFrame Access
Suite and underlying operating systems. This certificate enables the holder to
teach Citrix-authorized courses.
For more information, see
http://www.citrix.com/site/SS/training/certTrack.asp?trackID=7173
|
| Citrix Certified Integration Architect (CCIA) |
Sponsored by Citrix, this certification
indicates the holder demonstrates best practices recommended by Citrix for
analysis, design, and build/test of Citrix technologies.
For more information, see
http://www.citrix.com/site/SS/training/certTrack.asp?trackID=6878 |
| Citrix Certified Sales Professional (CCSP) |
Sponsored by Citrix, this certification
indicates the holder demonstrates knowledge of Citrix technology, products and
services and can sell and market them.
For more information, see
http://www.citrix.com/site/SS/training/certTrack.asp?trackID=3402
|
| Check Point Certified Managed Security Expert (CCMSE) |
Sponsored by Check Point, this advanced
certification indicates holder demonstates skill with Check Point's
VPN-1/FireWall-1 as an enterprise security solution and deploying Check Point.s
Provider-1 in a Network Operating Center environment as a centralized policy
management solution.
For more information, see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccmse.html
|
| Check Point CCMSE Plus VSX |
Sponsored by Check Point, this advanced
certification indicates holder demonstates skill in deploying Check Point's VSX
enterprise security solution. CCSA, CCSE and CCMSE are prerequisites to CCMSE
Plus VSX.
For more information, see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccmse_vsx.html
|
| Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) |
Sponsored by Check Point, this certification
indicates holder demonstates the ability to configure and manage Check Point.s
Firewall-1 corporate Internet security product. The certification also implies
that the holder understands the fundamentals of network security.
For more information, see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccsa.html
|
| Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) |
Sponsored by Check Point, this certification
indicates holder demonstates the ability to configure and manage Check Point.s
VPN-1/FireWall-1 products. CCSEs are also tested for skills to configure content
security by enabling Java blocking and anti-virus checking. CCSA is a
prerequisite for CCSE.
For more information, see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccse.html
|
| Check Point CCSE Plus |
An advanced form of CCSE that indicates the
holder has in-depth technical knowledge (enterprise integration and
troubleshooting) of Check Point VPN-1/Firewall-1 products. For more information,
see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccse_plus.html
|
| Check Point Certified Security Principles
Associate (CCSPA) |
An entry-level certification for security
professionals, CCSPA ensures that the holder can recognize network security
threats and recommend solutions at the enterprise level. For more information,
see
http://www.checkpoint.com/services/education/certification/certifications/ccspa.html
|
| Dell Certified Systems Expert (DCSE) |
Dell Certified Systems Expert (DCSE) courses
teach the Theory of Operation, Diagnostics and Hardware Troubleshooting, Proper
Component Removal and Replacement Procedures and Operating System Installation
and Configuration. It is specifically designed for technicians that install and
service Dell products (Dell Services: Dell Tech Support, Dell Installation
Service Provider and Dell Service Provider). This certification will ensure
knowledge and skills of Dell Services and ensure DCSE Certified technicians are
dispatched to customer sites to provide product installation and service.
For more information, see
http://dcse.dell.com/DCSEProgDef.asp |
