I completely agree with Glen.
Grant
glen e. p. ropella wrote:
Pamela McCorduck wrote circa 10-07-28 11:00 AM:
Does there exist a rating agency or group that rates IT certification
programs the way several such groups exist for colleges and
universities? My son-in-law wishes to upgrade his skills, but we're
very concerned that some of the programs are nothing but fancy
scams.
I know this is a deflection; but certification is an artifact for
credibility and reputation, not skills. If it's actual skills he
seeks, then doing is much more important than certifying. My
suggestion for skills would be to pick a (set of) task(s) and do it.
Then provide the source code, white paper, etc. to your boss or
prospective employers when the issue comes up.
But if it's really the letters behind his name that he wants, then all
he need do is pick the most prestigious organization.
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Grant Holland
VP, Product Development and Software Engineering
NuTech Solutions
404.427.4759
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