The document summarizes several IT certifications offered by LightSparc Training including CompTIA A+, Security+, Network+, Microsoft MCITP: Server Administrator and Database Administrator, Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator, Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician, and Cisco Certified Network Associate. It provides brief descriptions of each certification including the skills and knowledge covered as well as requirements to earn the certification.
2. The CompTIA A+ Certification is one of the most sought after credentials in the Information Technology industry. A+ Certification signifies that the certified individual possesses the knowledge and skills essential for a successful entry-level computer service technician, as defined by experts from companies across the industry CompTIA A+ Certification
3. A+ Certification is sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and is backed by major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors, resellers and publications
4. CompTIA Security + Certification It is well known that CompTIA Security+ certification training is experiencing a great demand in IT industry area. In recent years, the CompTIA Security+ Certification has become a global standard for many successful IT companies.
5. The 2011 Edition of the CompTIA Security+ exam places greater emphasis on knowing how to address specific security issues, rather than simply being able to recognize these issues. The new exam covers six major objectives, or topics: Network Security; Compliance and Operational Security; Threats and Vulnerabilities; Application, Data, and Host Security; Access Control and Identity Management; Cryptography
6. CompTIA Network + Certification LightSparc CompTIA Network+ Training course shows you how to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services so you can administer your enterprise network. Not only will you learn the features and functions of networking components, you will gain the skills and confidence to take your networking knowledge and ability to the next level!
7. Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Server Administrator The Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Server Administrator (MCITP: Server Administrator) credential is the leading certification for Windows Server 2008. Whether you are looking to install, deploy, delegate, update, or secure your Windows Server 2008 computers, this course will guide you into becoming a highly qualified server administrator.
8. MCITP candidates earn their MCITP: Server Administrator Credential by successfully completing three exams: two Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) prerequisite exams and one Professional Series exam TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring TS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring PRO: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator
9. Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Database Administrator SQL Server 2008 SQL Server 2008 MCITP Administration certification covers everything from designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining a Microsoft Database environment, to implementing and troubleshooting database objects. This level of knowledge is a must for technical architects and consultants who design and implement SQL Server solutions.
10. This program covers both levels of SQL Server 2008 Administrator Certification: MCTS and MCITP? MCITP candidates earn their MCITP: Database Administrator SQL Server 2008 credential by successfully completing two exams . TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance PRO: Designing, Optimizing, and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution using Microsoft SQL Server 2008
11. Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator For individuals who wish to demonstrate their expertise in detecting hacking attacks and properly extracting evidence to report the crime and conductaudits to prevent future attacks. Computer forensics is simply the application of computer investigation and analysis techniques in the interests of determining potential legal evidence
12. Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician This five-day course focuses on providing the skills and knowledge necessary to install, operate, and troubleshoot a small branch office Enterprise network, including configuring switches and routers, connecting to a WAN, and implementing network security. ICND1 works from the bottom up, adding knowledge and skills as they are needed to provide support as a network technician.
13. Cisco Certified Network Associate The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) is Cisco’s foundation-level networking certification. Upon completion, CCNA candidates should be able to successfully carry out any number of essential networking maintenance and troubleshooting duties such as installing, configuring and operating LAN, WAN and dial access services for small networks
14. as well as having good working knowledge of protocols such as IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLAN’s, Ethernet and Access Lists. There are two options to attaining your CCNA Courses: Two courses are recommended for CCNA certification : Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices, Part 1 (ICND1) Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices, Part 2 (ICND2)