When considering the saying "There's no school like the old school," it's worth recalling that the apprenticeship system has been around since the 12th century. Can apprenticeships fast-track workers to open IT jobs?
Ed Tittel investigates the makeup and mission of the IT Certification Council, which has more than 50 IT technology, training, and certification design/delivery companies among its ranks, including a surprising number of 800-pound gorillas.
After watching thousands of students crowd into their college dorms in Boston over the weekend, Ed Tittel ponders the importance of mandating basic IT and computer fluency as a standard element of college curricula.
For those entering the IT industry, whether as career switchers or first-time workforce participants, there are some well-worn paths to follow. It only makes sense to follow where others have gone before.
Inspired by a recent article from Certification Magazine, Ed Tittel reviews and reflects upon the thoroughgoing process by which IT certifications are created.
Inflation is up (slightly), job growth is down (somewhat), and wages are growing faster than inflation for the first time in a year. Ed Tittel says all of that adds up to (mostly) good news.
With a planned 2024 launch of three expert-level certifications, CompTIA is adding key rungs to its certification ladders. The new credentials will also have a new brand: X.
Until August 13, Mashable is offering "lifetime" access to a training bundle that covers no fewer than 13 CompTIA certification training courses. And you won't believe your eyes when you see how much it costs.
