Network certs 2021: Significant raises for the right ones networkworld.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from networkworld.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
While CompTIA will not disclose exact numbers, a survey by The Adecco Group shows a boom in upskilling as an unintended consequence of the COVID-19 lockdown. Six in 10 professionals say they ve improved their tech knowhow, including seeking certifications, since working from home.
In fact, entry-level network certifications that cover fundamental standards and practices were among the hottest certifications in 2020. The perennial favorite CompTIA Network+ cert gained popularity for its non-vendor specific teachings, and the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification increased 20% in value for its broad range of skills covered, including network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability, according to research firm Foote Partners.