Pearson VUE Take a test Partner with us Become a test center COVID-19 update (Opens in new window) Contact us Search Home Test owners Trust our expertise Information technology VOC Value of IT Certification IT Certifications: Advancing careers. Powering progress. And delivering genuine value. Discover the trends, stories, and surprises in the 2021 Value of IT Certification reports. Download Candidate-focused report Download Employer-focused report When most of the world came to a halt, the IT community kept moving forward. Our look at the importance of IT certification is always full of insights—some anticipated, others unexpected. The 2021 results were, unsurprisingly, shaped by an entirely new lens. The IT community felt an early and ongoing impact from the COVID-19 pandemic, one that propelled it to action. That impact most certainly influenced our survey results, which revealed that tech-focused individuals and industries are placing more importance on IT certifications than ever before. We learned that when it comes to certifications: The demand is growing—for candidates and employers alike The top candidate motivation was an unexpected one The tech skills gap has employers prioritizing credentialing efforts For candidates: For employers: Get your free copy of both reports today! Download Candidate Report Download Employer Report Pearson VUE Sitemap For test-takers Schedule your exam Helpful resources / FAQs Customer service Online testing with OnVUE Test accommodations U.S. military communities For test owners Partner with us Develop and design Secure and protect Deliver flexibility Manage with ease Grow and evolve Trust our expertise Test centers Become a test center Existing test centers Purchase vouchers About Pearson VUE What we do Vision and purpose News & Views Events Careers Be social with us Twitter Facebook Linked In You Tube Global US English Copyright 1996 - 2021 Pearson Education Inc. or its affiliate(s). All rights reserved. For more information see our cookie policy. Privacy and cookies policy Terms of service SMS terms and conditions Do not sell my personal information and cookies Modern Slavery Act We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. Reject All Accept Cookies Cookies Settings