IT Industry Certifications

PVCC encourages you to become certified in your chosen profession and can advise you about the process. Certifications are proof of your expertise, attest to your credibility and differentiate you. Moreover, certifications are well known throughout industry, which may result in compensation increases and/or professional advancement, so check out the information below and contact the designated PVCC faculty for additional information.

Exams *Exam Preparation Courses
Course Number - Course Description
Faculty Contact
Microsoft MOS (Office 365) ITE 215 - Advanced Computer Applications  
CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA (Routing & Switching) ITN 101 - Network Concepts Emmanuel Ukpe
CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA (Security) ITN 260 - Network Security Basics Emmanuel Ukpe
CompTIA Server+ ITN 111 - Windows Server Administration Mike Ferero
CompTIA Linux+ ITN 170 - Linux System Administration Mike Ferero
Cisco CCNA (Routing & Switching) ITN 151 - Routing and Switching  
CompTIA A+ (Hardware) ETR 149 - PC Repair Kenneth Welborn
CompTIA A+ (Software), Cisco CCENT ITN 106 - Microcomputer Operating Systems Kevin Frith


* Some Exam Preparation Courses have prerequisites. For additional information please contact the Business, Mathematics & Technologies Division at bmt@pvcc.edu or call the Division office at 434.961.5429.