IT Certifications

IT certifications document high-level knowledge and expertise within a specific area of computer technology. They are often vendor or company-specific, as in the CCNA certification from Cisco or Microsoft’s MCSE. Sometimes they cover broader areas of ability, like the popular A+ certification which acknowledges basic desktop computer troubleshooting skills.

Certification seekers take a multiple-choice exam which tests their knowledge base. There is a fee for this testing. If successful they are issued a card and official document certifying their expertise, and the testing organization also maintains records which potential employers may access.

Certifications provide professional recognition of your skills, knowledge and experience in a given specialty. They demonstrate a professional commitment on your part to standards set by the IT industry. Many classes offered by the Computer Education Program target specific certifications.

PCC is proud to be an authorized Prometric testing site, providing service at both our Southeast Center and Capital Center locations. Prometric is one of the major providers of certification testing.

Featured Certifications

CiscoCisco Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) indicates a foundation and apprentice knowledge of networking including the ability to install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for networks of 100 nodes or fewer.
MS Application DeveloperMicrosoft Certification
Microsoft Certified Professionals (MCPs) stand apart from other IT personnel. We offer training and certification programs in Microsoft Database, Microsoft Programming, Microsoft Systems Administration and Microsoft Server Admistration.
OracleOracle Certification
Getting certified with Oracle can bring you recognition for your knowledge, skill and experience on the job as an Oracle Professional or provide you with an edge in getting employment with a market recognized credential that can lead to success.
CompTIACompTIA Certifications
Certification programs by CompTIA are the recognized industry standards for foundation-level skills. These vendor-neutral certification programs are known throughout the technology community as one of the best ways to break into the IT field and build a solid career.

What kind of jobs can I get?

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  • Programmer/Analyst
  • Systems Administrator
  • Systems Engineer
  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Developer
  • Applications Developer

How much is it worth?

Because certifications can land you a dream job in any number of specialty areas, your salary possibilities are only limited by your interest and drive. But to give you an idea, according to Certification Magazine, salaries for IT workers with certifications can range from about $39,000 to $93,000 a year.

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