Introduction to Training and Certification
Training imparts knowledge and skills. Certification tests knowledge. Training opens up new horizons, while certification narrows knowledge to questions and pass/fail. Certification validates skills. Training helps build skills. Both help advance careers.
Training Overview
Training happens informally while working. Formal training brings knowledge together efficiently. Training is necessary for new content. Experience, study, training together build proficiency.
Understanding Certification
What is considered a certification? Certification is the formal attestation or confirmation of certain characteristics of a person. Certification includes an experience and training component and requires passing an exam. A certification demonstrates you have a specific skill or level of knowledge, showing an employer you know how to perform your job. Generally, certifications are conferred by professional groups, not government agencies. Certification forces renewal to affirm you know current applications in your field. Renewal shows “use it or lose it” has not occurred.
Overview of Certification Types
What are the three types of certification? The three types of certification are: vendor certification offered by a software or hardware vendor, product certification offered by a software or hardware manufacturer, and industry certification offered by an industry association.
Essential Aspects of Certification
The essential prerequisite for certification is an independent assessment by a competent third party. Certification audits check conformity with specific standards or rules, usually at the client’s location. Having a certification and experience in a field is a way to prove you are knowledgeable without a college degree. While certificates from educational institutions recognize finishing focused training, certifications from professional organizations recognize working professionals.
Additional Information on Certification
While certificates show commitment to development, they may not apply to other companies. Certification may be required for employment, depending on your work extent. Research positions to determine necessary degrees and certifications to meet long-term goals.
SSL Certificate Types
The three SSL certificate types are: Extended Validation (EV), Organization Validation (OV) and Domain Validation (DV). The encryption levels are the same, what differs is the vetting and verification processes.
Mandatory and Voluntary Certifications
There are voluntary and mandatory certifications. Voluntary certification is carried out at the initiative of the manufacturer, consumer or government. It is done when compliance with standards is not required. Mandatory certification shows compliance with safety requirements. Certification involves a full-scale system audit and monitoring over at least three years. Conformity with specific standards or rules is checked, usually at the client’s location.