Comptia Certifications List 2009

he leading IT industry association, CompTIA hasCompTIA CTT+ (Certified Technical Trainer)
created a variety ofeducational programs andcertification validates excellence ininstruction. It is a
initiatives to benefit IT professionals, educatorsvendor-neutral certification that is applicable to
andbusiness owners. Explore the following links to seetrainingprofessionals in all industries. CompTIA CTT+
how you can enhance your ITeducation today.recognizes the mastery of coreinstructor skills, including
CompTIA Certification Programspreparation, presentation, communication,facilitation and
CompTIA certifications are a recognized credentialevaluation in both a classroom and virtual
throughout the IT industry,validating foundation-level ITclassroomenvironment.
knowledge and skills. CompTIA offersCertified instructors are essential for students who
twelvecertification programs in key technology areas.want to receive top-notchtraining, and employers
CompTIA A+CompTIA A+® Certificationagree that a professional training staff is valuable tothe
CompTIA A+ certification validates the latest skillscompany. Adobe, Dell, Microsoft, Novell and Ricoh
needed by today's computersupport professionals. It isrecommend that theirtrainers be CompTIA CTT+
an international, vendor-neutral certificationrecognizedcertified. The Training Associates also look for
by major hardware and software vendors, distributorsCompTIA CTT+ certification when hiring trainers.
and resellers.CompTIA CDIA+
CompTIA A+ certification confirms a technician's abilityCompTIA CDIA+® Certification
to perform tasks suchas installation, configuration,CompTIA Certified Document Imaging Architech
diagnosing, preventive maintenance and(CDIA+) validates the knowledge ofprofessionals who
basicnetworking. The exams also cover domains suchdeliver document imaging solutions. It is a
as security, safety andenvironmental issues andvendor-neutralcertification that proves expertise in the
communication and professionalism.technologies and best practices usedto plan, design,
CompTIA A+ ensures the right people have the rightand specify a document imaging, management
skills. While many of theessential skills are universal,system.
there are additional skills required to supportthe needsCompTIA Linux+
of businesses. By offering certification options forCompTIA Linux+™ Certification
specific jobscenarios, CompTIA A+ gives individualsCompTIA Linux+ is a vendor-neutral certification,
the ability to grow their careers in acertain area, andgeneric across distributions,that validates the
employers the flexibility to choose the examknowledge of individuals with a minimum of six to 12
combination thatbest fits their needs.monthsof practical Linux experience. Professionals
CompTIA Network+CompTIA Network+®holding the current CompTIA Linux+credential can
Certificationexplain fundamental management of Linux systems
CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skillsfrom the commandline, demonstrate knowledge of
of networking professionals.user administration, understand file
It is an international, vendor-neutral certification thatpermissions,software configurations, and management
recognizes atechnician's ability to describe the featuresof Linux-based clients, server systemsand security.
and functions of networkingcomponents and toBecause of the growing popularity of enterprise-ready
manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate andplatforms such as Linux,both employers and
configurebasic network infrastructure. Although not aprofessionals realize the importance of skill validation.
prerequisite, it is recommendedthat CompTIATheindustry recognizes that CompTIA Linux+
Network+ candidates have at least nine months ofcertification is a good indicator offoundational
experience innetwork support or administration orproficiency in everyday management of Linux-based
adequate academic training, along with aclients and basicmanagement of server systems.
CompTIA A+ certification.CompTIA Project+
The demand for skilled networking supportCompTIA Project+™ Certification
professionals continues to grow, andCompTIA Project+ is a globally recognized project
CompTIA Network+ is a valuable credential to helpmanagement certification thatprovides validation of
launch or enhance a networkingcareer. In fact, many ITfundamental project management skills. It covers
certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ intotheentire project life cycle from initiation and planning
theircurriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+through execution,acceptance, support and closure.
into their Microsoft CertifiedUnlike some project management certifications,
Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and otherCompTIA Project+ can be acquired in a quick and
corporations such as Novell,cost-effective manner. There areno prerequisites, and
Cisco and HP also recognize CompTIA Network+ ascandidates are not required to submit an application
part of their certificationtracks.orcomplete additional hours of continuing education.
CompTIA Network+ and Related CompTIACompTIA Project+ gives project managers the skills
Certificationsnecessary to completeprojects on time and within
CompTIA Network+ prepares networkingbudget, and creates a common project
professionals to earn vendor-neutralcertifications inmanagementlanguage among project team members.
other areas of expertise. CompTIA Network+CompTIA Convergence+
certifiedprofessionals who want to diversify their baseCompTIA Convergence+™ Certification
knowledge in other areas shouldalso consider pursuingCompTIA Convergence+ validates the knowledge and
CompTIA Security+, Server+ or Convergence+.skills in the area of
CompTIA Server+Communications Technologies (CT), where datacomm,
CompTIA Server+™ Certificationtelephony/telecommunications,video and broadcast
CompTIA Server+ validates the knowledge and skillsmultimedia technologies combine into a single
of advanced IT technicians.IP-baseddelivery system. It is an international,
It is an international, vendor-neutral certification forvendor-neutral certification thatrecognizes a
individuals with 18-24months of experience withtechnician's ability to design, implement and manage
Industry Standard Server Architectureboth data andvoice networking. Although not a
(ISSA)technology. CompTIA Server+ certifies technicalprerequisite for CompTIA Convergence+certification, it
knowledge in areas such as RAID,is recommended that CompTIA Convergence+
SCSI and multiple CPUs, as well as capabilities withcandidates are
server issues, includingdisaster recovery. Although notCompTIA Network+ certified and have 18 to 24
a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIAmonths of work experience in areasthat include data
Server+ candidates hold a CompTIA A+ certification.networking, VoIP, and other convergence related
Many corporations recognize the importance oftechnologies.
staffing technicians who cancompetently performThe demand for skilled technology professionals with
basic server support. Companies such as CDWknowledge in convergencetechnology continues to
Computer Centersand CompuCom value thegrow, as more businesses adopt IP Telephony
CompTIA Server+ certification and require it of theirSolutions.
ITemployees.CompTIA Convergence+ is a valuable credential to
CompTIA Security+enhance a career withconvergence technology.
CompTIA Security+™ CertificationCorporations such as Avaya recognize CompTIA
CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of systemsConvergence+ as part of their certification tracks.
security, networkinfrastructure, access control,CEA-CompTIA DHTI+
assessments and audits, cryptographyCEA-CompTIA DHTI+™ Certification
andorganizational security. It is an international,CEA-CompTIA Digital Home Technology Integrator
vendor-neutral securitycertification that is taught at(DHTI+) validates the knowledgeand skills of home
colleges, universities and commercial trainingcenterstechnology professionals. It is an
around the world.international,vendor-neutral certification that recognizes
Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended thata technician's ability toconfigure, integrate, maintain,
CompTIA Security+ candidateshave at least twotroubleshoot, and comprehend the basic
years of on-the-job technical networking experience,designconcepts of electronic and digital home systems.
with anemphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+It is recommended that
certification is also recommended.CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ candidates have 18-24 months
Because human error is the number one cause for aexperience in some area of homeintegration
network security breach,technology.
CompTIA Security+ is recognized by the technologyCompTIA PDI+
community as a valuablecredential that provesCompTIA PDI+™ Certification
competency with information security.CompTIA Printing and Document Imaging (PDI+)
CompTIA RFID+validates the knowledge and skillsnecessary to support
CompTIA RFID+™ Certificationprinting and document imaging devices including
CompTIA Radio Frequency Identification (RFID+)printers,copiers, scanners, multi-functional devices and
certification validates theknowledge and skills offax machines. It is avendor-neutral certification that
professionals who work with RFID technology. It isrecognizes a technician's understanding ofbasic
aninternational, vendor-neutral credential thatelectromechanical components and tools, print engine
recognizes a technician's abilityto install, maintain, repair,and scan processesand components, color theory and
and troubleshoot the hardware andconnectivity/networking. The exam also coverssoft
softwarefunctionality of RFID products. Although not askills such as customer service, professionalism, safety
prerequisite, it is recommendedthat CompTIA RFID+and environment.
candidates have a minimum of six to 24 months ofWhile there are no prerequisites for the CompTIA
RFID orother auto-id technology experience.PDI+ certification exam, it isrecommended that
RFID is quickly becoming the standard technology forentry-level candidates have foundation-level
tracking goods in thesupply chain, but it will only beknowledge orhands-on experience working with
effective if it is executed by properlytrained andprinting and document imaging devices.
certified individuals. CompTIA RFID+ provides aCompTIA PDI+ provides a solid foundation for a
baseline for theknowledge and skills required of RFIDcareer involving the service andsupport of printing and
workers, giving business owners theopportunity to hiredocument imaging devices. Original Equipment
qualified professionals, and individuals a credentialManufacturers (OEMs) and service providers find that
toprove their ability.CompTIA PDI+ certificationensures that their
CompTIA CTT+technicians have the core knowledge and skill sets to
CompTIA CTT+™ Certificationprovideeffective repair activities.