Re: Query about rating agencies/groups

Posted by Grant Holland on Jul 28, 2010; 7:01pm
URL: http://friam.383.s1.nabble.com/Query-about-rating-agencies-groups-tp5350015p5350174.html

I completely agree with Glen.

Grant

glen e. p. ropella wrote:

> Pamela McCorduck wrote circa 10-07-28 11:00 AM:
>>
>> Does there exist a rating agency or group that rates IT certification
>> programs the way several such groups exist for colleges and
>> universities? My son-in-law wishes to upgrade his skills, but we're
>> very concerned that some of the programs are nothing but fancy
>> scams.
>
> I know this is a deflection; but certification is an artifact for
> credibility and reputation, not skills.  If it's actual skills he
> seeks, then doing is much more important than certifying.  My
> suggestion for skills would be to pick a (set of) task(s) and do it.  
> Then provide the source code, white paper, etc. to your boss or
> prospective employers when the issue comes up.
>
> But if it's really the letters behind his name that he wants, then all
> he need do is pick the most prestigious organization.
>

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Grant Holland
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NuTech Solutions
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