Why CompTIA?
If your son or daughter is interested in pursuing an IT career, understand what it takes and how CompTIA qualifications can benefit their career choice.
Here are some answers to common questions asked by parents about CompTIA certifications. In addition, we’ve added some helpful tips as you talk and guide your child in their career choice.
With technology changing all the time, there’s never a shortage of new things to learn in IT. By validating what your son or daughter knows through certification, he or she will be in demand to employers looking to recruit people with their skills.
By adding a certification to his or her existing CV, your child increases his or her career opportunities.
Salaries in the IT field are attractive. Eight in 10 employers reward or recognize their staff after passing a certification exam with an increase in salary or pay, public recognition, bonus or promotion.
Yes, there are costs associated with both preparing for certification and taking the exams. Depending on the type of learning chosen, the cost can vary. Taking a class is the most costly but face-to-face interaction has its benefits. Self-paced learning or virtual classrooms are more convenient and less costly but are not ideal for those who are better suited to traditional learning environments. Students can research their options and choose a training solution that suits their learning style.
Both the cost for the exam and the preparation expenses are well worth the cost in the end. Validating one’s credentials can significantly impact whether or not one gets a job as well as the salary received.
Even if you think they aren’t listening, 68% of students we surveyed name their parents
as the No. 1 person they rely on when they discuss jobs and careers.
Math and science aren’t the only skills needed for IT. Twenty-seven percent of teens surveyed say a parent or grandparent told them they aren’t good at math or science. The reality is that soft skills are just as important as hard skills when it comes to having an IT career. Help desk support is just one area where communication and listening skills can contribute to success in the role.
If you or someone you know is involved in IT, have your son or daughter tag along so they can learn more about the industry first-hand. Forty percent of teens we surveyed expressed that they would like to go to work for a day or a week with mentors. It’s a great learning experience!
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Get into IT
This brochure will help your child understand what IT is and the vast array of industries that IT careers touch. Everything depends on IT. From entertainment, health care, hospitality and finance; jobs in IT are fun, challenging and lucrative.
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Certification Roadmap
Deciding to work in the IT industry is an exceptionally good choice. Earning an IT certification can help your child get ahead in their career. But what certification is right for them?
The CompTIA IT Certification Roadmap can make navigating the world of certifications a little easier and guide your child as they grow and gain experience.
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Value of IT Certifications
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, it’s harder than ever for job candidates to impress their employers. Gaining industry-recognized certifications can help differentiate students in a challenging job market. Our Value of IT Certifications Flier explains why earning an IT credential can help in more ways than one.
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5 Reasons Why Employers Look for IT Certifications
Let your child know that when hiring for IT, there are resume identifiers – certifications – that can help HR execs make a selection quickly. Those hiring for IT positions love certifications for a range of reasons.
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