Chapter . Why Certify?

In today's fast-paced society where almost everyone is trying to get ahead, it seems there is a certification for almost everything. You can become a Certified Technical Trainer (CTT), a Professional in Human Resources (PHR), a Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE), a Certified Network Engineer (CNE), or a master mechanic, to name a few.

Companies are realizing that improving employees' knowledge and skills is a critical component to meeting current and future business needs. With that in mind, many organizations worldwide have begun to implement internal certification programs.

In addition to the organizational benefits, certification can benefit the individual employee trying to get ahead. Information technology workers, ...

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