Certification Watch Volume 5 #5

Published March 1, 2002
By Anne Martinez

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New CCNP Exams
Cisco is introducing "refreshed" CCNP exams with all new exam questions. They will first be available in beta format through March 8th, for $50. The exam numbers are Routing: 641-603, Switching: 641-604, Remote Access 641-605, Support 641-606. To register for a beta exam call 1-800-829-NETS (6387)-option 2, then 4.

New i-Net+ Exam To Debut April 12
CompTIA's updated i-Net+ exam is scheduled to hit testing centers April 12. The revised exam features increased emphasis on network security and includes coverage of wireless technologies. More than 7,000 people have passed the first version of the exam since it was introduced in November 1999.

Planet3Wireless To Add Security Certification
Wireless LANS are increasingly popular, but their very nature poses unique security challenges. Planet3Wireless, which operates the Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) program, has created a new certification intended to identify wireless professionals who are up to speed on the latest security topics. The new designation, Certified Wireless Security Expert (CSWE), will cover hardware, software, protocols, procedures, and design techniques used in reducing wireless LAN security risks. The official launch is slated for this summer. Meanwhile, interested parties should explore the required prerequisite, Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA).

LPI Gives Credit To Sair Certified Pros
The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) recently announced a program that allows individuals who hold Sair LCA certification to bypass LPI level 1 (LPIC1) certification exams and start at Level 2 (LPIC2) of the LPIC program. Normally individuals must pass two Level 1 exams before becoming eligible for Level 2 certification. Alternatively, Sair LCAs who want to transfer to the LPI program but don't wish to earn Level 2 can achieve LPIC1 certification by passing just one of the two required Level 1 exams. Approximately 1,000 LPI exams are administered every month.

New Software Tester Certification Requires Training
The new Certified Tester Professional Program (CTPP) from Software Testing Support Inc. is for test specialists in the software development industry. It consists of two designations, each associated with a course that must be completed as part of the requirements. The entry-level designation, Certified Software Tester, consist of a 56 hour instructor led course plus follow-up exam administered by Prometric. The second level, Certified Software Test Analyst (CSTA), also requires completion of a course and corresponding exam. Further details can be found on the Software Testing Web site.

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