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It Pays to Be Certified
Jim Hamilton
VP, Member Communities
CompTIA
IT is Everywhere
IT Offers
• Above average wages
• A career for life
• Work with the latest technology
• Worldwide opportunities
• A career integral to the future
450,000+ Tech Job Openings
Top Job Openings:
1. Graphic Designer
2. Business Analyst
3. Technical writer
4. Program Manager
5. Data Analyst
450,000+ Tech Job Openings
Top Job Openings:
6. Software Engineer
7. Manufacturing Engineer
8. Electrical Engineer
9. Systems Admin
10.Network Engineer
How Do You Get Started
1. Technical skills can be learned.
2. Most entry-level IT jobs need basic IT knowledge combined with enthusiasm.
How Do You Get Started
3. Get training:• Colleges courses which include industry-
recognized certifications• Courses run by local IT training providers• Online training • Self-study
4. CompTIA certification website: http://certification.comptia.org
Certification Means More Money
An IT pro's earning potential increases with
certification.
Most IT pros gain a 9% average salary increase
immediately following certification, and a 29%
increase over the long-term.
Certification Paves the Way to a Job
8 in 10 HR professionals think IT
certifications will grow in usefulness
and importance over the next two
years.
Certify your Skills
Certify to a Better Career Path
Company-Level Credentials
Learn Best Practices through:
• Intense Channel Training
• Business Foundational Courses
• Quick Start Programs
CompTIA Channel Training
Authorized Service Center
CompTIA Trustmarks
• Stand Out from the Crowd
• Improve Your Business
Jim HamiltonVP, Member [email protected]