Employees who hold IT certifications have proven to be more knowledgeable, more confident, and more reliable compared to those without certifications. Employers know this from experience – and 93% of them cite finding the right IT professional to fill their open positions as a major challenge. They have learned to look for certifications in the applicant screening process to increase their chances of finding and hiring candidates who will reach job proficiency quickly and perform at a high level, long term. Over 70% of employers require IT certifications for certain job openings.

Source: CompTIA HR Perception of IT Training and Certification Study: 2015