
Program Overview
Symantec offers Specialist certification credentials for many availability and security products as a means to validate an individual's technical skills, knowledge, and competence. Professional certification programs are a widely recognized industry practice used to measure skills and competencies. Those certified have demonstrated the knowledge and skills to effectively use and manage Symantec applications, and possess high-performance technical problem solving expertise.Although each product varies in complexity and depth, all certification exams are created specifically for customers and cover core elements measuring technical knowledge against factors such as installation, configuration, product administration, day-to-day maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
Certification is optional for partners, but it is not a requirement to achieve Symantec Partner Program designation and benefits. Visit PartnerNet to learn about the Symantec Partner University training paths and accreditation exams.
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The Symantec Certification Program is a valuable investment for the IT manager and employer. Those certified demonstrate the highest levels of technical competency and productivity, help lower operating cost, and gain industry recognition. Both employers and individuals benefit from certification:Benefits for Employers
- Identify qualified technology experts quickly and easily
- Make hiring decisions with certainty
- Reduce system downtime
- Lower operating costs
- Increase internal customer satisfaction
Benefits for Individuals
- Distinction from peers
- Increased technical credibility and market recognition
- Increased potential for career advancement
- Affiliation with a global community of industry IT professionals
- Employer and customer recognition
- Individual commitment to being skilled and current
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