IT certifications:
Empowering people.
Transforming organizations.
Fueling success in the Age of AI
Discover how certifications are helping professionals keep pace with unprecedented change.
We stand at a pivotal moment in technological history. The age of AI is transforming both how we learn and how we work at an unprecedented pace — and reshaping the skills needed for success.
Our 2025 Value of IT Certification Candidate Report offers valuable insights into navigating this transformation.
Drawing from nearly 24,000 surveys with IT professionals across the globe, this study reveals how certification serves as a powerful tool for ongoing professional development.
Certifications provide a structured pathway for professionals at every career stage to adapt, grow, and thrive in an increasingly dynamic job market transformed by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Key insights:
- Candidates see substantial returns on their certification investment
- Certified employees deliver measurable value to their organizations
- AI and emerging technologies are reshaping certification priorities
- Continuous learning has become essential for career longevity
Benefits for candidates:
82%gained confidence to explore and pursue new job opportunities
63%received or expected a job promotion after certification
32%received salary increases
Benefits for organizations:
79%of certified employees produce higher quality work
76%show increased ability to innovate and enhance processes
70%demonstrate improved productivity on the job
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Earning certification validates your expertise, helps you gain recognition from peers and employers, sets you apart from other candidates in a competitive job market, and provides a sense of personal accomplishment.
Certified Cloud Practitioner, South Africa
In an era of rapid change, certification can act as a compass guiding professional growth. Our research reveals that certifications are more than credentials—they are strategic tools that deliver tangible value.
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