For those individuals interested in project management certification an overview of several leading relevant certifications is advisable. And organizations that wish to increase the knowledge and reputation of their project management staff should gain insight into the certifications available. (4/9/2006)

Linux and open source applications have been gaining significant market and mindshare over the last several years. As the expansion in marketshare has occurred, the professionals capable of supporting Linux has not grown as required by many companies. Linux certification options can set you ahead of the pack as it demonstrates your Linux knowledge for potential employers. Learn more in this article. (4/9/2006)

Brief interviews with several certified individuals provide insight into the positive impact of certification on their careers. (3/26/2006)

Many information technology certification programs are managed by the vendors providing the systems and/or software involved. For instance the certification programs from Cisco, Microsoft, Novell and others are directly related to the products sold by those vendors. There are a few vendor neutral certification programs with CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association) being one of the most recognized. The Linux Professional Institute is another organization offering vendor neutral certification. (4/2/2006)

Individuals seeking technical certification use various techniques to prepare for examinations. Highly certified individuals have shared the techniques they have employed towards the goal of certification. Professionals interviewed noted especially the use of study materials and practice exams. (4/9/2006)

Red Hat provides several certification options for those individual interested in recognition of their Linux skills. The two certifications offered include Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) and Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE). The difference between RHCT and RHCE is that RHCE is for core systems competency and RHCE is also but adds networking and security. (4/3/2006)

An overview of the various Cisco certifications provides basic information about the breadth of this certification program. The certification options provided by Cisco are numerous but grouped and organized in a logical fashion. Cisco offers three levels of certification with six different paths as well as certification focus areas. (4/9/2006)

Novell continues their historical certification focus with several offerings for their Linux products. With more professionals embracing Linux and the various Linux products offered by Novell, a certification program was logical for the firm. Novell has always maintained a strong certification program for their products and support for certified individuals. Several Linux certifications are provided by Novell including Certified Linux Professional (CLP), Certified Linux Engineer, and Certified Linux Engineer 9. Currently Novell also offers the SUSE Certified Linux Professional (SCLP) program but will be fazing that out. (4/7/2006)

After obtaining an information technology related certification, the newly recognized individual will find that many of the certification programs completed provide distinct benefits in addition to the prestige of certification. (4/9/2006)

Many traditional information technology certifications have name recognition, even among the non-technical. These include the MCSE from Microsoft, CCNA & CCIE from Cisco, and CNE from Novell. However developments have occurred in the arena of certifications including the introduction of several new and interesting qualifications. CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association) is a widely recognized vendor-neutral certification provider. Two of the newer information technology certifications offered by CompTIA include e-Biz+ and i-Net+. (3/16/2006)

Among the large numbers of information technology certifications there are also some non-technical options. One such certification is the CTT+ from CompTIA. The brief explanation of the test from CompTIA depicts a two-part examination based on instructor skills. CompTIA notes that those holding this certification have, “proven excellence in preparation, presentation, communication, facilitation and evaluation in a classroom environment”. (4/9/2006)

In the quest for certification the need for hands-on experience is critical. At times the only way to get your hands on certain hardware and software to learn the ins-and-outs of the system is to build your own lab. Having your own hands-on learning environment can make the difference between passing a certification exam or not. Such a lab does not need to include actual dedicated hardware and various software solutions are available. (3/3/2006)

A discussion with a Network+ certified individual about the importance of this CompTIA certification provided insight into one individual’s experience that should prove similar to many working towards certification. (2/25/2006)

The Project Management Institute (PMI) is an international project management professional association with excellent respect and recognition from individuals and organizations. As noted by the PMI website, the organization is “focused on the needs of project management professionals worldwide”. The PMI manages professional certification programs, offers training, provides conferences, and issues publications. (4/9/2006)

In your drive for certification and related training an obvious concern is funding. There are quite a few options and sources of funding available for those in this situation. (4/7/2006)

IBM provides several certification alternatives for individuals interested in the Lotus Domino product. Lotus Domino technology focus paths include Application Development or System Administration. Certification offerings include the IBM Certified Professional and IBM Certified Associate programs. IBM also offers Certified Instructor and Certified Associate Instructor paths for those interested. (3/4/2006)

If you have taken the test for a certain certification or part of a larger series of tests for certification, and you don’t pass the exam you should not lose hope. Many individuals have been in this same situation and offer advice. There are solid approaches for re-taking an exam, focus areas, and mental setbacks to avoid. (4/9/2006)

Once you earn a new certification what are your next steps? For many individuals a first certification is a major event in their lives. For others that have multiple certifications already, the addition of another should not be downplayed – and try to recall how it felt to earn your first certification. (1/13/2006)

Recommendations to help you prepare for taking the certification exam. (1/9/2006)

Combining job experience, training, and studying will mean success for certification. Learn from real life examples of successful individuals holding a variety of certifications. (2/9/2006)