The value of IT certification and its importance in the IT industryHanri Labuschagne, National Sales Operations Manager, CTU Training solutions.
Lifelong learning: The dynamic nature of the IT sector necessitates continuous learning. Professionals must regularly update their skills to stay current with evolving technologies and industry standards. Certifications play a critical role in this ongoing education, often requiring periodic recertification.
Employer benefits: For employers, certifications standardise skills within the organisation, facilitating more effective team management and project execution. Certified professionals tend to be better at troubleshooting and problem-solving, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.Labuschagne advises learners to align their certification choices with their career goals and the technologies used by their target employers.