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Sea of certifications

I’m looking today through the available technical certifications for various software/hardware vendors—and to be honest, they don’t look too hard. Is it really worth it taking more tests though?

Apple

  • Apple Certified Support Professional
  • Apple Certified Technical Coordinator
  • Apple Certified Systems Administrator

The test: multiple choice?

Cisco

Haven’t dealt much with networking—and don’t really plan to for now.

Microsoft

  • Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist
  • Microsoft Certified IT Professional

Multiple tiers? Fifty bazillion tests? Waaay too confusing for me.

Red Hat

  • Red Hat Certified Technician
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer

The test: three hour lab exam! Evaluates based on lab work and performance, rather than multiple choice responses. Seems fun/interesting.

8 March 2009