Why should you seek certification?
Professional certification certainly is a tempting goal - it may open up opportunities in your current job, give your resume a boost from the pile on a potential employer's desk, or allow you to install certain brands of hardware and software, thus opening up a whole new client-base for your company. Certification is an official acknowledgement of your proficiency with a certain set of skills, occupation, software or software suite, and more. Willingness to take the time and make the effort to achieve certification shows current and potential employers and customers your dedication as well as occupational skill.
So, maybe you've decided to take the time - you want to get that certification.
How does it work?
Official certification generally entails a test of your proficiency in your chosen subject. The parameters of the test vary from subject to subject - but in the case of many, such as computer hardware and software certification, tests are administered electronically at an authorized center in your area. Attaining certification, then, is a simple matter of registering with the center to take one of the available tests, studying if necessary, then arriving at the center on time for your examination - and of course, passing the test!
Prometric - a computer-based testing business unit - works with companies seeking to regulate and standardize their certification exams. Prometric authorized testing centers offer exams for many popular computer technology companies, including 3Com, Apple, BlackBerry, CompTIA, Google, HP, Microsoft and more. You can find more details about Prometric here.
Today, Drake Hardware & Software can proudly announce its new status as an authorized Prometric testing center. Look for Drake Hardware & Software tests under the Information Technology tab. Our trained staff is on hand to administer certification examinations to registered applicants. Interested in taking a step forward in your career? Visit Prometric to register online or to find exams available at Prometric testing centers in your area.
