Articles by tag: Certification
In the latest episode of Pro AV Today, host Ben Thomas delves into a vital aspect of the Pro AV industry: partner certifications. Joined by Zoom‘s Mark Barragan and Jeff Fox, they explore collaboration, standards, and the relationship between hardware manufacturers and software providers like Zoom. If you’re interested in Pro AV certifications,…
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As Job Seekers Struggle to Keep Up With Next-Gen Tech, Upskilling and Certifications Are More Important Than Ever
In this episode of Pro AV Today, host Ben Thomas delves into the rapid advancements of technology in the digital world and the corresponding challenges required to effectively train global workforces. His guest is Jenni Troutman, Head of Products and Services for AWS Training and Certification, an authority in the industry with deep insights into…
Education & EdTech
What’s Next for Higher Education Enrollment?
Covid-19 has disrupted scores of institutions across the United States and worldwide, higher education included. As the 2021 spring semester draws to a close, research reveals that enrollment rates are declining, and, in some instances, those dips are significant. According to a National Student Clearinghouse Research Center study, undergraduate enrollment dropped 4.5%, while two-year colleges…
Education & EdTech
Are Career Certificate Programs the New College Degree in the Eyes of Employers?
No matter how old we get, we are always learning and growing. Whether you are celebrating your 30th anniversary with your current employer or just getting started in your career, on-going training and professional learning will always be a necessity. Although technological advancements and targeted occupational training are not new concepts, the pandemic greatly accelerated…
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Apple teams up with HBCUs to bring coding and creativity opportunities to communities across the US
Apple announced it is deepening its existing partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), adding 10 more HBCU regional coding centers that will serve as technology hubs for their campuses and broader communities. This effort is part of Apple’s Community Education Initiative, designed to bring coding, creativity, and workforce development opportunities to learners of…
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Why Certificates May Overtake College Degrees in the Career Preparation Battle
Even before the pandemic struck, the idea that a college degree was required for a fulfilling and lucrative career was being tested. Now that the world has been thrust into this great beta test of remote working and learning, getting certified looks more likely to be more important than matriculating. Google recently announced a new…
Business Services
C-Level Executive Explains the Importance of Continuing Education in Business
Industries and technology are constantly evolving and there is no shortage of speculation and advice on how to approach an ever-changing landscape of knowledge and skillsets. Industry certifications and continuing education are quickly becoming the best way for employees to continue their career trajectory and propel themselves past their peers during annual reviews and promotions….