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How was IC³ developed?
Certiport released IC³ worldwide in February 2002. This new vendor-independent, validated certification program reflects Certiport's efforts to establish a worldwide standard of computer literacy. Because no other global certification standard exists and because education and businesses are becoming more and more mobile, a worldwide computer literacy standard is increasingly critical.
An industry standard for measuring basic computer literacy for academia and the workplace, IC³ exam objectives were built by professional researchers, test developers, psychometricians and more than 270 subject matter experts in 19 countries--all of whom contributed content and feedback and validated certification requirements. A student with IC³ certification not only has an understanding of computing fundamentals, key applications, and online functionality, but also possesses the necessary foundation to excel into advanced desktop and technical application certifications.
Targeted to students, educators, and today's workforce, IC³ is comprised of three sections: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. The exam questions were refined using a beta process at selected Certiport testing centers worldwide, resulting in the IC³ exams available today. Exam questions continue to be evaluated and analyzed to ensure the computer literacy standard is maintained as technology develops.
An IC³ certificate is earned after knowledge and skills in specific key areas have been demonstrated through the successful completion of the three exams. IC³ certification is recognized worldwide and can serve as a valued credential in academia and business. In addition, Certiport's Authenticated Digital Transcript service allows instant access to credentials anytime. IC³ candidates can log on to the secure Certiport web site to verify profile information, review current exams and certifications, and authorize other viewers to review your accomplishments. Thus, they can easily present their certification transcripts to employers, staffing agencies, academic institutions, and others.
International courseware development companies have developed training courseware for IC³. The program is available in over 60 countries at over 500 authorized testing centers. By Fall 2002, it will be available in eight languages.
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