Be part of the future! Information Technology is one of the fastest growing fields of employment, accounting for 1 of every 4 new jobs created between 2000 and 2018. ("Occupational Outlook Handbook - 2007" US Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Earn what you're worth! The average salary of a professional with one IT certification is $59,577. (Certification Magazine - 2007 Salary Survey)

Work in any industry! 92 percent of all Information Technology professionals work outside of technology companies. (Information Technology Association of America)

Job opportunities in business! In a press release, Bill Gates said Microsoft plans to hire more than 5,000 people over the next year. Current employees are getting raises, too. ("Microsoft Maintaining Strong Product Momentum and Long-Term Focus, Gates Tells Analysts" - Company Press Release, PRNewswire, Jan 25, 2008)

Job opportunities in government! Over 50% of federal government IT professionals were eligible for retirement in 2006. ("Changes in Federal Civilian Employment: An Update" Congressional Budget Office, May 2007)

Get a raise! 74 percent of professionals reported they had received a raise within the first year of attaining their primary certification. Of those who received a raise in salary, 84 percent said their primary certification had a significant impact on their salary increase. 73 percent said they received a definite, certification-related raise within the first year of attaining their certification. (Certification Magazine - 2007 Salary Survey)

Get promoted! 37 percent of professionals received a promotion within the first year of attaining their primary certification. Of those receiving promotions, 83 percent felt their certifications played a major role in the advancement. (Certification Magazine - 2007 Salary Survey)