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CompTIA Certifications

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has awarded STCC's Center for Business and Technology the Certificate of Excellence for its comprehensive computer skills curriculum through its Excellence in Professional Development program.

This program is designed to recognize organizations that have helped to improve the career potential of employees, members of the community and students through education and the certification of marketable skills.

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CompTIA Certification Programs

• CompTIA A+ Certification

  The CompTIA A+ Certification Program is a certification program sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (The Association) that certifies the competency of service technicians in the computer industry. CBT offers both an extensive PC/Network training program encompassing the A+ certification and the MCDST certification or a 40-hour CompTIA A+ Certification Boot Camp.

• PC/Network Technician Training for the CompTIA A+ and Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) Certifications, delivered over a 3 to 4 month period.
• CompTIA A+ Certification Boot Camp - 40-hour program

The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes CompTIA A+ certification in its technical tracks for Information Assurance Technicians under DoD Directive 8570.1M.  CompTIA A+ certification meets the requirements of Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 1.

• CompTIA Network+ Certified Professional

  CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that recognizes a technician's ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services.

  The demand for skilled network support professionals continues to grow, and CompTIA Network+ is a valuable credential to help start or enhance a networking career. In fact, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+ into their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell, Cisco, HP, Lotus and 3Com also recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks.

  The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes CompTIA Network+ certification in its technical tracks for Information Assurance Technicians under DoD Directive 8570.1M.  CompTIA Network+ certification meets the requirements of Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 1.
  

• CompTIA Linux+/Linux Professional Institute Level 1 Certification Preparation
  
  This nationally recognized online Linux certification course was developed by Gatlin Education to prepare students for both the CompTIA Linux+ and Linux Professional Institute Level 1 certification. The exams  measure vendor-neutral Linux knowledge and skills for an individual with at least six months practical experience (Network+ or A+ background).
  

• Security+ Certified Professional

  This web-based course available through our partner Gatlin Educational Services). and the related exam are targeted at professionals with at least two years of networking experience and possess a thorough knowledge of TCP/IP. Those holding the Security+ certification have demonstrated the aptitude and ability to master such knowledge areas as: general security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography, and operational/organizational security.

  The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes CompTIA Security+ certification in its technical and management tracks for Information Assurance Technicians and Managers under DoD Directive 8570.1M.  CompTIA Security+ certification meets the requirements of Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 and Information Assurance Management IAM Level 1.

• Server+ Certified Professional (Web-based)

  This web-based program has been designed for those individuals who are already working in the field and have a solid working knowledge of PC Servers and Operating Systems and already hold an Industry Certification.
  

• CompTIA RFID+  (web-based through Gatlin)

This nationally recognized RFID+ online certification training course is the most comprehensive online course on RFID implementation available today. RFID on the Web™ was designed by OTA Training, LLC., the world leader in RFID Training and Certification and the authors of the best selling RFID+ exam prep book in the market. RFID on the Web was designed using OTA’s E3 Learning System - which makes learning RFID engaging, effective and easy to follow. RFID on the Web™ provides 70 total hours of high quality, graphical, interactive training for the online student. At the conclusion of the course, students will posses the knowledge to successfully implement and support an RFID system and pass the CompTIA™ RFID+ Certification exam. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited college and universities.

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What is CompTIA?

For more than 20 years, the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has been dedicated to advancing the growth of the information technology (IT) industry and those working within it. With more than 13,000 members in 89 countries, CompTIA is the leading global IT trade association with influence in all areas of the IT industry worldwide.

CompTIA certifications are the only industry-supported, vendor-neutral programs on the market today. Vendor-neutral certifications are a great way to break into the information technology field by providing a broad knowledge base that is not limited to only one product or company. CompTIA certification exams are developed by industry leaders and experts - the very people who perform the tasks we test for on our exams. A multi-level review process for all CompTIA test questions ensures that our exams are accurate and psychometrically sound. CompTIA certification testing is administered by the worldwide networks of Prometric and VUE Centers such as STCC.

For more information on the CompTIA Certification Programs,
visit the Computing Technology Industry Association's home page.

Certification Benefits

Industry Acceptance of CompTIA Certifications

Major computing vendors including Intel, Microsoft and Novell incorporate CompTIA certification curriculum in their own certification training.

Employer and Recruiter Benefits

• Simplified recruiting and hiring - Requiring an appropriate vendor-neutral certification assures a minimum knowledge level in applicants thus gaining higher quality candidates while minimizing the initial applicant screening process.
• Flexibility - CompTIA-certified individuals have validated their technical knowledge while not being tied to a particular vendor's products. This means greater flexibility --- a substantial advantage in the fast-changing technology marketplace.
• Credibility - Certification credentials provide a competitive advantage in highly competitive technology markets. This advantage applies to both the certificate holder and the hiring organization.

Certified Professional benefits

• Enhanced job opportunities - Because recruiters and hiring organizations employ certification requirements, more opportunities are available to certified individuals.
• Career enhancement - Surveys consistently show enhanced salary and career advancement opportunities for certified individuals.

Recognized proof of professional achievement - Enhanced credibility and a respected credential.