Michael Groscost (Higher Ed)Art Maxwell (K12)Territory Managers - Missouri

13 February 2015

• Founded in 1997 with Microsoft Office certification partnership

• Creator and sole administrator of the Microsoft Office Specialist certification since 1998

• Acquired by Pearson VUE in May of 2012• Globally, Certiport delivers more than 3

Millions exams annually through a network of 12,000 Certiport Authorized Testing Centers.

• Developed Live Application technology• Clients include Microsoft, Adobe, HP,

CompTIA, Intuit, and Autodesk

About Certiport

About Certiport

The Full-Pathway Approach

Certiport helps teachers and schools prepare students for future success in technology-driven learning and workforce environments by offering a variety of learning and instructional materials, preparatory assessment exams, and performance-based certification testing.

LEARNAppropriate resources provide the foundation for both students and teachers in preparation for learning the product and passing the certification exam.

PRACTICETeachers and students can measure learning objectives through practice tests and assessment tools designed to determine content mastery and skill. Practice exams are set up to give an accurate evaluation of student knowledge.

CERTIFYCertification testing proves real-world skill. Performance-based tests deliver a better indicator of real-world application and measure performance at a greater level than a simple multiple-choice exam.

What is the value of certification?

“…. The purpose of any professional certification is to provide official and public recognition of an individual's competencies and capabilities in a professional subject area….”

Sources: Global Certification Institute IT Certification Council

The Value of Certification

• 77% - More than 50% of today’s jobs require some technology skills, and experts say that percentage will increase to 77% in the next decade

• 60% - Within ten years, 60% of the jobs that will be available do not currently exist

• 50% - In a national survey done by McKinsey/Manpower, 50% of employers reported that they are unable to fill job openings with qualified workers

• The information learned by Sophomore’s in college will be obsolete when they become Seniors.

Academic• “Value Added” education• Lower drop-out rate• Increased graduation rate• Improved access to funding

opportunities• Improved average GPA• Increased post-secondary enrollment• Improvements in student confidence

The Value of Certification

Florida Department of Education

Performance Indicator Non-CAPECAPE No

CertCAPE +

Cert

Average GPA 2.56 2.6 3 12th Graders Earning Diploma 79% 88% 97% At Least Once Accelerated Course 22% 22% 33% At Least One Disciplinary Action 21% 21% 11%

Chronically Absent 17% 20% 11%

Products

World Leader in Certification Exams

About Certiport

The Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification is an industry recognized credential that demonstrates proficiency in Adobe digital communication tools, including Adobe Photoshop®, Adobe InDesign®, Adobe Illustrator®, Adobe Dreamweaver®, Adobe Flash®, and Adobe Premiere Pro®.

www.certiport.com/ACA

Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)

Benefits to Students

Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)

College and

Career ready

For those seeking employment in digital media and communication, ACA certification provides a unique competitive edge.

For those pursuing higher education involving digital media, ACA certification ensures the prerequisite knowledge and skills.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

Computing Fundamenta

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Key Applications

Living Online

IC3 Digital Literacy Certification

www.certiport.com/IC3

MTA Skills Development Roadmap

QuickBooks Overview

Most widely used accounting software in the U.S.

Small BusinessSame principles as

used in larger accounting products

Employability

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Autodesk Certified User (ACU)

Sources: Microsoft

Autodesk Certified User (ACU) is an entry-level certification that validates skills with industry-recognized credentials that prove your proficiency with Autodesk professional design software.

Validates skills in: Engineering, Digital Arts, and Architecture Five titles covering design software used to make games, building and products Five initial languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Br. Portuguese, Spanish 

Architecture, engineering, and construction AutoCAD. CAD design, drafting, modeling, drawing, and

engineering software. Autodesk Revit Architecture. Building Information

Modeling (BIM) software with features for architectural design; mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering; structural engineering; and construction.

Mechanical engineering and industrial design Autodesk Inventor. 3D mechanical CAD, visualization, and

documentation software.

Animation, games, television, and film Autodesk Maya. Innovative tools for 3D modeling,

animation, effects, and rendering. Autodesk 3ds Max. 3D modeling software for games, film,

and video content.

Autodesk Certified User (ACU)

ACU Products

MOS 54.85%

Autodesk Software DescriptionsAutoCAD

•Computer Aided Design (CAD) software which allows users to create blueprints for buildings, products and public spaces.

Inventor

•Mechanical modeling software used to create 3D digital prototypes used in the design, visualization and simulation of products.

Revit Architecture

•Building information software used by architects, structural engineers, designers and contractors to design 3D models of structures, buildings and building components.

Maya

•3D computer graphics software used to create interactive 3D applications, including video games, animated films, TV series and visual effects.

3DS Max

•3D computer graphics software used to create 3D animations, models, games and images.

Sources: Microsoft

What can ACU do for me?

Gain an industry-recognized credential that helps prove your skill level

Access and use the Autodesk Certified logo

Display your Autodesk Certified certificate

List your name in the Autodesk Certified Professionals database

Offer students a solid career foundation that facilitates career exploration

Prepare students and professionals by providing a stepping stone to Autodesk Certified Professional certification

Autodesk Certified User ACU)

ACU Sample Certificates

Digital badges are available through Acclaim which can be shared on social media, websites, and other online platforms.

Autodesk Certified User (ACU)

Student Competitions

Certiport Testing

Getting Started as Testing Center

Step 1: VerifyEnsure your computers meet technical and environmental requirements

Step 2: RegisterCreate an account with Certiport

Step 3: Purchase ExamsMake an exam purchase

Step 4: InstallEquip your computers with the right testing software

Step 5: Manage AccountManage associations, inventory, reporting and more

Step 5: Administer ExamsStart offering certification exams to test candidates

Certiport Testing

Candidate Registration

Step 1: RegisterCreate a candidate account on Certiport.com

Step 2: Locate a Testing CenterFind the nearest Certiport Authorized Testing Center

Step 3: Purchase ExamsMake an exam purchase

Michael Groscost (Higher Ed) Art Maxwell (K12)Territory Managers – Missourimichael.groscost@pearson.comart.maxwell@pearson.com