Vendor Certifications: The Basics

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Vendor certifications demonstrate your mastery of a particular programming language or software package. These certifications can be earned whether you've taken only a few online college classes or earned a PhD in Information Technology. Earning a vendor certification is an effective way to add credentials to your resum?. You can earn certifications through many vendors, including Microsoft, Cisco, Sun Microsystems, and CompTIA.

Career Training and Vendor Certifications
Many institutions that offer online degrees also offer online certifications. If you're computer-savvy, earning a certification doesn't have to be difficult. Some careers either require or are enhanced by vendor certification, including the following:

  • Computer programmer
  • Computer support specialist
  • Network systems analyst
  • Data communications analyst

The salaries of these jobs vary, from $46,370 for computer support specialists to $73,830 for network systems analysts. The good news is IT jobs are growing faster than the average, so employment prospects should be good for those with the right career training or college degrees.

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