Certifications

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The PSC Information Technology department has partnered with Microsoft, CIW and CompTIA to deliver high quality training for industry certification exams including Microsoft, CIW, Prometric, and CompTIA.

IT Certifcations - Testing Center

Prairie State College is a Pearson VUE and Certiport


Industry Certification Listing

CompTIA Insdustry Certification Listing
CompTIA Certification Program

Prairie State College is a proud Academy Partner of CompTIA - the voice of Information Technology.

 

CompTIA Skills Boost

http://skillsboost.comptia.org/

CompTIA's A+ Certification

ITNET160 - Microcomputer Hardware Repair
IT140 - Introduction to Operating Systems

CompTIA's Network+ Certification

ITNET165 - Introduction to Networking

CompTIA's i-Net+ Certification

ITWEB101 - Introduction to Web Programming


IT Fundamentals

Exam Code: FC0-U51
Exam Cost: $109

CompTIA IT Fundamentals

The IT Fundamentals certification is ideal for individuals and students considering a career in IT, as well as those in allied fields that require a broad understanding of IT. CompTIA IT Fundamentals can be a stepping stone to more advanced certifications such as CompTIA A+, and with, specialized experience, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+.

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CompTIA A+ Certification


Exam Codes:
220-801 & 220-802 or  220-901 & 220-902
Exam Cost: $199/each

CompTIA A+ (2 Part Exam)

The CompTIA A+ certification is the starting point for a career in IT. The exam covers maintenance of PCs, mobile devices, laptops, operating systems and printers.  (This exam consists of 2 tests that equals one certification. Discounts available to current PSC Students

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Network+


Exam Code: N10-006
Exam Cost: $277

CompTIA Network+

The exam covers network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security. Candidate job roles include network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician and IT cable installer. Discounts available to current PSC Students.

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Security+ Certification

Exam Code: SY0-401
Exam Cost: $302

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ not only ensures that candidates will apply knowledge of security concepts, tools, and procedures to react to security incidents, it ensures that security personnel are anticipating security risks and guarding against them. Discounts available to current PSC Students.

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Server+ Certification

Exam Code: SK0-003
Exam Cost: $277

CompTIA Server+

The CompTIA Server+ certification exam covers system hardware, software, storage, best practices in an IT environment, disaster recovery and troubleshooting. Although not a prerequisite, CompTIA recommends test-takers have 18 to 24 months experience in server technology, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

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Linux+ Cert

Exam Code: LX0-101 & LX0-102
Exam Cost: $188/each

CompTIA Linux+ (2 Part Exam)

CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI is a high-stakes, vendor-neutral certification that validates the fundamental knowledge and skills required of junior Linux administrators.

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VMWare Cert

Exam Code:VCPC510 or 550
Exam Cost:

VMWare Certified Professional

The VMware Certified Professional – Cloud (VCP-Cloud) certification validates your ability to install, configure and administer a Cloud environment using vCloud Director and related components.


CWNA

Exam Code:PW0-106
Exam Cost:$195

CWNA

The CWNA certification is the foundation level enterprise Wi-Fi certification for the CWNP Program, and CWNA is required for your CWSP and CWNE certifications. Your CWNA certification will get you started in your wireless career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully survey, install, and administer enterprise Wi-Fi networks.


CWSP

Exam Code:PWO-104 or PW0-105 and PWO-204
Exam Cost: $245

CWSP

The CWSP certification is a professional level wireless LAN certification for the CWNP Program. The CWSP certification will advance your career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully secure enterprise Wi-Fi networks from hackers, no matter which brand of Wi-Fi gear your organization deploys.


CCENT

Exam Code:100-101 ICND1 200-101 ICND2
Exam Cost: $150/each

Cisco CCENT (2 Part Exam) ICND1 & ICND2

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) validates the ability to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security. With a CCENT, a network professional demonstrates the skills required for entry-level network support positions - the starting point for many successful careers in networking.


CCNA

Exam Code:640-802 Or 220-120
Exam Cost: $295

Cisco CCNA (One Exam)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is a certification program for entry-level network engineers that helps maximize your investment in foundational networking knowledge and increase the value of your employer's network. CCNA Routing and Switching is for Network Specialists, Network Administrators, and Network Support Engineers with 1-3 years of experience.


CCNA Wireles

Exam Code:640-722 IUWNE
Exam Cost: $250

CCNA Wireless

Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) validates associate-level knowledge and skills to configure, implement and support of wireless LANs, specifically those networks using Cisco equipment. With a CCNA Wireless certification, network professionals can support a basic wireless network on a Cisco WLAN in a SMB to enterprise network.


CCNA Security

Exam Code:640-554 INS
Exam Cost: $250

CCNA Security

Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks. With a CCNA Security certification, a network professional demonstrates the skills required to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats.


CCNA Voice

Exam Code:640-461 ICOMM
Exam Cost: $250

CCNA Voice

The Cisco Certified Network Associate Voice (CCNA Voice) validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to administer a voice network. The Cisco CCNA Voice certification confirms that the required skill set for specialized job roles in voice technologies such as voice technologies administrator, voice engineer, and voice manager. It validates skills in VoIP technologies such as IP PBX, IP telephony, handset, call control, and voicemail solutions.


CCNP

Exam Code:300-101, 300-115, 300-135
Exam Cost: $250/each

CCNP Route/Switch/Troubleshoot

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) validates the ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless and video solutions. The CCNP certification is appropriate for those with at least one year of networking experience who are ready to advance their skills and work independently on complex network solutions.


CEH

Exam Code: 312-50v8
Exam Cost: $500

Certified Ethical Hacker

The Certified Ethical Hacker class will immerse the students into a hands-on environment where they will be shown how to conduct ethical hacking. They will be exposed to an entirely different way of achieving optimal information security posture in their organization; by hacking it! They will scan, test, hack and secure their own systems.


CEG

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ATMAE - Certified in Engineering Graphics

The Certified in Engineering Graphics program is for individuals with a background in the expression of industrial design ideas through engineering graphics, including geometric construction, orthographic views, and standardized annotations. The exam is geared toward the industry standard expression of design ideas as contract documents – used within the industrial enterprise in areas such as manufacturing process planning, quality control, purchasing, and other areas of expertise.


ASME

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Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional Technologist

ASME's GDTP Personnel Certification Program offers Technologist and Senior level certifications. The exam is currently to the 1994 edition of the Y14.5 standard.


ADDA

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American Design Drafting - Mechanical

Professional Certification is an examination system which ADDA developed almost 20 years ago to establish a credentialing system based on an individual's competency level.  The examinations are based on years of experience or training level.  Examinations are available to Professionals and Students.


ADDA

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CD-Mechanical

Professional Certification is an examination system which ADDA developed almost 20 years ago to establish a credentialing system based on an individual's competency level.  The examinations are based on years of experience or training level.  Examinations are available to Professionals and Students.


Autodesk Inventor

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Inventor Certified Professional

The Autodesk Certification program was developed to objectively validate the skills and knowledge of anyone—student or professional—who uses Autodesk® software. Autodesk Certification can enhance the competitive edge and reputation of organizations that adopt its use, while providing an industry-accepted credential that students and professionals can use to achieve academic success and advance their careers.


IC3

Exam Code: IC3-GS4
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IC3

IC³ gives you a clear advantage over other, lesser- prepared individuals, and whether you are competing in the classroom or the job market, IC³ moves you ahead.


CIW Internet

Exam Code: 1D0-61A
Exam Cost: $150

CIW Internet Business Associate

The CIW Internet Business Associate course prepares you to work effectively in today's business environment. In this course, you will learn about the tasks involved in various Web Technology job roles, and you will learn the skills and technologies to perform them. The career opportunities that demand these common Web-based skills are endless.

The CIW IBA exam is included in the book cost for MIS111 The MIS111 book, online materials and certification voucher (final exam) is INCLUDED in the cost of this course. Get college credit and get certified at the same time!


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-361
Exam Cost: $115

MTA Software Development Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA Software Development Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Core Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, General Software Development, Web Applications, Desktop Applications, and Databases.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-366
Exam Cost: $115

MTA Networking Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA Networking Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Network Infrastructures, Network Hardware, and Protocols and Services.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-349
Exam Cost: $115

MTA Windows OS Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA Windows OS Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Operating System Configurations, Installing and Upgrading Client Systems, Managing Applications, Managing Files and Folders, Managing Devices, and Operating System Maintenance.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-364
Exam Cost: $115

MTA Database Administration Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA Database Administration Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Core Database Concepts, Creating Database Objects, Manipulating Data, Data Storage, and Administering a Database.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-372
Exam Cost: $115

MTA HTML5 Application Development Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA HTML5 Application Development Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Manage the Application Life Cycle, Build the User Interface by Using HTML5, Format the User Interface by Using CSS, Code by Using JavaScript.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-375
Exam Cost: $115

MTA .NET Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA .Net Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: .NET Framework Concepts, Namespaces and Classes in the .NET Framework, .NET Code Compilation, I/O Classes in the .NET Framework, Security, .NET Languages, and Memory Management.


Microsoft TA

Exam Code: 98-363
Exam Cost: $115

MTA Web Development Fundamentals

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is a recommended entry point into IT certification and job preparation. MTA Web Development Fundamentals will test your understanding of these topics: Programming Web Applications, Working with Data and Services, Troubleshooting and Debugging Web Applications, Working with Client-Side Scripting, and Configuring and Deploying Web Applications.


Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Exam Code: 77-418
Exam Cost: $120 (varies)

Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification in a specific Office program.


Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Exam Code: 77-420
Exam Cost: $120 (varies)

Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2013

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification in a specific Office program.


Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Exam Code: 77-423
Exam Cost: $120 (varies)

Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2013

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification in a specific Office program.


Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Exam Code: 77-423
Exam Cost: $120 (varies)

Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint 2013

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification in a specific Office program.


Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2013

Exam Code: 77-424
Exam Cost: $120 (varies)

Microsoft Office Specialist Access 2013

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office by earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification in a specific Office program.


Photoshop

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop

The Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop exam validates entry-level skills in communication corresponding to Photoshop software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for visual communication.


Dreamweaver

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Web Authoring Using Adobe Dreamweaver

The Web Authoring Using Adobe Dreamweaver exam validates entry-level skills in web design corresponding to Dreamweaver software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for web communication.


Flash

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Interactive Media Using Adobe Flash Professional

The Interactive Media Using Adobe Flash Professional exam validates entry-level skills in rich media design corresponding to Flash Professional software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for rich media communication.


Premier Pro

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Video Communication Using Adobe Premiere Pro

The Video Communication Using Adobe Premiere Pro exam validates entry-level skills in communication corresponding to Adobe Premiere Pro software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design and video professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for video communication.


Adobe Illustrator

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator

The Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator exam validates entry-level skills in graphic design and illustration corresponding to Illustrator software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for graphic design and illustration.


InDesign

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Exam Cost: $65-80 (varies)

Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign

The Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign exam validates entry-level skills in publishing corresponding to InDesign software.

Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for print and digital media publishing.


QuickBooks

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Exam Cost: $150 (varies)

QuickBooks Certified User

Bookkeeping in the 21st Century requires more than knowledge of GAAP principles or an eye for detail—students need relevant computing skills. Intuit® QuickBooks, the industry leader in managerial accounting software for small business, provides an easy-to-understand platform for students to grasp accounting concepts while honing skills in the most prevalent bookkeeping application in small business today. Students can validate their QuickBooks knowledge by becoming an Intuit QuickBooks Certified User (QBCU).


Busomess Computing Associate

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Exam Cost: $125-300

COMMON Business Computing Associate

CBCA is where the road to CCBCP starts. If you are a recent technology program graduate and have two years of experience, you are well on the way to being ready for the exam. A passing score signifies that COMMON attests to your professional competence, and to the knowledge and skills represented by defined tasks in the exam. As a CBCA certificate holder you will gain a distinct competitive advantage within your present organization, or, if your situation demands, the ever-growing crowd of job seekers. And, you will be on the way to the full CCBCP credential.


Java

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Exam Cost: $245 (varies)

Java Programmer Certification: Java SE 7 Certified Programmers

Oracle's Java Programmer certification is critical to maximizing your potential and moving your Java career forward.  More than 800,000 of these Java developers are using the knowledge, skills and recognition learned through Java Certifications to improve their job prospects, earn more money* and become more valuable employees. 

Increase Your Market Value with Java Certification

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C++

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Exam Cost: $295 (varies)

C++ Institute Certifications

C++ Institute is recognized asthe world's leading organization to offer a high-stakes C/C++ certification programmer, allowing candidates to test at thousands of accessible and secure testing centers worldwide.

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Please read and understand these terms:

Exam Sponsor - The organization who makes the exam. For example: Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA.

Testing Center - The organization that provides the exam via computer. The testing center also proctors the exams to provide a high level of security. For example: PearsonVUE and Certiport.

Exam Voucher Code - These are unique codes either given to you or purchased by you to take the exam. If you are receiving a student discount, you may receive a voucher. You will then use this voucher to register your exam online.

As you have already read, you understand the importance of industry certifications. This page will describe all of the different exams that are available today. These exams are recognized worldwide in the IT field. You can train for some of these at Prairie State College. The more certifications you earn, the more likely you'll make more money!

When reading the list below you will see links that state "Read More". These links take you directly to the website with that exam info. As you may recall, I showed this in class and it is important you check these links. Don't just read over them!

**All pricing is for informational purposes only. Keep in mind prices may change so please check the sponsor's website for accurate pricing. These exams are in no particular order. All logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners.