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TestOut Pro certifications measure your ability to perform real-world IT tasks. By using our innovative simulation technology, you can prove that you really know how to do your job. Passing our exams boosts your confidence to enter the workforce with the skills you need to get the job done.

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Get a job

Getting a job is not easy because there is always competition. Having the right certification can strengthen your resume and differentiate you from other candidates. You might even receive better pay because you have proven your skills and your willingness to go the extra mile through certification.

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Advance your career

Certification is a great way to show your employer that you’re willing to learn new skills. You’ve shown that you’re ready for new responsibilities. In this way, certification helps you get a promotion or advance your career. Also, when things are rough for your company, you might keep your job because you have proven your value through certification.

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Gaining a TestOut Pro certification means joining our TestOut IT Pro family. Currently, there are more than 45,000 TestOut Pro professionals in 35 different countries. This network can be valuable as you seek new opportunities, need help solving a challenging problem, and make connections by helping others.

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No. 1

Confidence comes from knowing you really can do your job.

Imagine that as a network administrator, you're asked to use the Linux command line to allow all employees to open and read files on a certain company network drive.

What is the best way to see if you really can do this job?

Method 1: Multiple Choice Question

If you're using the multiple choice question, the question would look like this:

You are the network administrator at a company that uses Linux OS. You're asked to allow all employees to open and read a file in the Common directory in the company network drive. Which command should you use in the Linux command line?

A.   chmod 764 /common/*
B.   chmod a+r /common/*
C.   cd 662 /common*
D.   A or B
E.   None of the Above

Method 2: Simulation Question

Using a simulation question, we can simply ask you to perform this task using a simulated environment.

No. 2

Why simulation questions?

Compared to multiple choice questions, simulation questions are better for measuring what people can actually do for the following reasons:

Benefits of Simulation Questions

More authentic and direct
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.
More accurate
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.
More straightforward and fair
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.

No. 3

Performance leads to real confidence

If we want to measure only knowledge, recognizing correct answers is sufficient in most cases; however if we want to assess if someone can really do the job, then we need to go beyond recognition. That's why our TestOut Pro exams are simulation-based. And that's why you can get real confidence because we ask you do the job, not just recognize the correct answer.

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Differentiate yourself

When you apply for a job, your application won’t be the only one considered. Use certification to differentiate yourself from the competition. A study has shown that 96% of hiring managers use IT certification to screen qualified candidates. Also, many HR managers believe that people with certifications are more competent and faster to adapt to their new job. With proven knowledge and skills, you have a better chance of getting hired than other candidates.

No. 2

Strengthen your resume

According to a survey, over 90% of HR managers indicated that IT certifications play a key role in the hiring process. This is largely because employers perceive certification as one of the critical characteristics of successful employees. Thus, if you have a certification that validates skills that your employers are looking for, it’s a huge plus in your hiring process. You can strengthen your resume by adding relevant certifications in order to increase your chance of getting hired.

No. 3

Receive better compensation

Proven and validated skills often mean that you are compensated better. A study showed that those who have IT certifications earned 15% more than uncertified professionals, and 92% of employers stated that certified IT individuals receive higher starting salaries than those without certification. By earning certifications, you can build better financial stability for you and your family.

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Prove new skills

Learning new skills is an essential part of advancing your career, and there is no better way to prove your new skills than earning certifications. 67% of employers use certifications to measure an employee’s willingness to work hard and achieve their personal goals. Having certifications means that you’ve shown your employer that you’re willing to go the extra mile to learn new skills and that you’re ready for new responsibility.

No. 2

Get promoted

Many organizations develop metrics or evaluation criteria to determine promotions and raises. Obtaining new skills is often part of the evaluation. Thus, having relevant certifications can help you earn a promotion or raise. This is one of the major reasons why certified professionals get higher pay.

No. 3

Protect your job

The economy is unpredictable, and things could get tough for your organization. No one likes lay-offs, but your company might not have a choice. When that happens, having certifications might help you to keep your job. This is because with your certification, you’ve proven that you’re a hard worker and possess proven skills that are of value to your organization.

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Find new opportunities

Tens of thousands of individuals worldwide take our exams each year. They go on to work for companies and organizations such as IBM, Amazon, Microsoft, and Rackspace. They know the value of TestOut Pro certification and the skill levels needed to pass the exams. Join the community of TestOut Pro certified professionals. It’s a great way to explore new opportunities in your IT career. Join our LinkedIn group.

No. 2

Get help

TestOut Pro certified professionals have diverse skill sets, knowledge, and experiences. So, when you have a challenging problem, there will be someone who can help you solve it. Join our LinkedIn group and make sure that you have access to people who can provide help when you need it.

No. 3

Help others

With your proven knowledge and skills with TestOut Pro certification, you can help others solve problems that they can't solve. Service is a part of meaningful work experience. If you're willing to share your knowledge and talents, join our LinkedIn group. You'll develop meaningful relationships with other TestOut Pro certified professionals.

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Help students build real confidence

TestOut Pro certifications measure your students' ability to perform real-world IT tasks. By using our innovative simulation technology, your students can prove that they really know how to do their job. Passing our exams boosts their confidence to enter the workforce with the skills they need to get the job done.

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Help students get employed

Getting a job is not easy because there is always competition. Having the right certification can strengthen your students' resumes and differentiate them from other candidates. They might even receive better pay because they have proven their skills and their willingness to go the extra mile through certification.

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Assess student achievement

With TestOut Pro certifications, teachers and administrators have access to individual, class, school, and national level exam reports. These reports allow you to compare your classes and schools with state or national averages. TestOut Pro certification gives you a standardized way of evaluating the performance of your students.

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Enjoy a cost-effective solution

The cost of TestOut Pro certification is included with our training courseware. Our training prepares students for key IT certifications, including TestOut Pro certifications. By bundling training and certification, we provide the most cost-effective solution. Also, you can administer our exam at your school, so there is no proctoring fee. Delivering our exam is simple and easy. All you need is a web browser with access to the Internet.

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No. 1

Your students gain confidence when they really can do their job.

Imagine that as a network administrator, your student asked to use the Linux command line to allow all employees to open and read files on a certain company network drive.

What's the best way to see if she can really do this job?

Method 1: Multiple Choice Question

If we're using the multiple choice question, the question would look like this:

You are the network administrator at a company that uses Linux OS. You're asked to allow all employees to open and read a file in the Common directory in the company network drive. Which command should you use in the Linux command line?

A.   chmod 764 /common/*
B.   chmod a+r /common/*
C.   cd 662 /common*
D.   A or B
E.   None of the Above

Method 2: Simulation Question

Using a simulation question, we can simply ask the person to perform this task using a simulated environment.

No. 2

Why simulation questions?

Compared to multiple choice questions, simulation questions are better for measuring what people can actually do for the following reasons:

Benefits of Simulation Questions

More authentic and direct
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.
More accurate
A typical multiple choice question gives you a 20 - 25% chance of getting the right answer, even if you pick an answer randomly. If you don't know the right answer, you can use the process of elimination to improve the probability of answering correctly. Simulation questions require you to really know how to perform a task. There is no guessing, so it's harder to cheat. Because of this, simulation questions give more accurate assessment results.
More straightforward and fair
In the real world, there are multiple ways to complete a task. The method you use often depends on the situation. Multiple choice questions are often ineffective in incorporating multiple correct answers. Answers such as “A and B, A and C, but not B, or None of the Above” make tests more confusing and difficult. If we want to measure if someone can complete a task, we should simply ask them to perform the task. There is no confusion. They can figure out the scenario in the environment, complete the task, and verify their action. This makes test taking much more straightforward and fair.

No. 3

Performance leads to real confidence

If we want to measure only knowledge, recognizing correct answers is sufficient in most cases; however if we want to assess if someone can really do the job, then we need to go beyond recognition. That's why our TestOut Pro exams are simulation-based. And that's why your students can get real confidence because we ask them do the job, not just recognize the correct answer.

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No. 1

Differentiate your students

When obtaining a job, your students won’t be the only ones who applied for the position. Use certification to differentiate your students from the competition. A study has shown that 96% of hiring managers use IT certification to screen qualified candidates. Also, many HR managers believe that people with certifications are more competent and faster to adapt to their new job. With proven knowledge and skills, your students have a better chance of getting hired than other candidates.

No. 2

Strengthen your students' resume

According to a survey, over 90% of HR managers indicated that IT certifications play a key role in the hiring process. This is largely because they perceive certification as one of the critical characteristics of successful employees. Thus, if your students have a certification that validates skills that your employers are looking for, it’s a huge plus in their hiring process. Your students can strengthen their resume by adding relevant certifications in order to increase the chance of getting hired.

No. 3

Receive better compensation

Proven and validated skills often mean that your students get compensated better as well. A study showed that those who have IT certifications earned 15% more than uncertified professionals, and 92% of employers stated that certified IT individuals receive higher starting salaries than those without certification. By earning certifications, your students can start building better financial stability for them and their family.

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Authentic performance assessment

TestOut Pro exams measure what your students can do, not just what they've memorized. Our exams give you an authentic assessment of real-world job skills. We make it easy for instructors to review the exam performance of each student. You can easily view individual scores, time spent, and their pass-fail status. Educators need an authentic assessment to validate that instruction was effective, taught relevant skills, and accomplished educational objectives. Our report makes your job easy.

No. 2

Performance comparison

We allow you to compare your class performance with other classes that you teach. You can also compare scores with school, state, and national averages. Because you can compare scores, our exams can be used as a standardized test. We also made it easier for users to compare past and present scores, such as comparing this year’s pass rate to last year's pass rate. We want our teachers to easily access and compare student performance when using our Pro exams.

No. 3

Objective performance

We want to help you evaluate not just overall performance, but the strengths and weaknesses of your students as well. Our Pro exams allow teachers to see class performance by exam objective. Teachers can compare their class’s objective performance with school-wide performance. Instructors can also compare past and present performance.

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Easy administration

We wanted to make it easy for students to take our certification exams. They are delivered online, so you can administer exams in your class or your own testing center. All you need is computers and access to the Internet. No more driving to a commercial testing center or paying the administration cost.

No. 2

Bundled solution

TestOut provides an end-to-end solution that includes our innovative training and certification. And the best part is that the cost of our certification is included in the price of our training courseware. By bundling training and certification, we wanted to provide you with the most cost-effective certification solution.

No. 3

Multiple certifications

We believe there are other IT certifications that are beneficial to your students. In addition to preparing students for our certification exams, our training helps your students study for other key IT certifications, such as those offered by Microsoft, CompTIA, and CISCO. By providing a training solution that prepares your students for multiple certifications, we lower the overall cost of getting your students certified.

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No. 1

Confidence comes from knowing you really can do your job.

Imagine that as a network administrator, you're asked to use the Linux command line to allow all employees to open and read files on a certain company network drive.

What's the best way to see if you can really do this job?

Method 1: Multiple Choice Question

Method 2: Simulation Question

Using a simulation question, we can simply ask you to perform this task using a simulated environment.

No. 2

Why simulation questions?

Compared to multiple choice questions, simulation questions are better for measuring what people can actually do for the following reasons:

Benefits of Simulation Questions

More authentic and direct
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.
More accurate
A typical multiple choice question gives you a 20 - 25% chance of getting the right answer, even if you pick an answer randomly. If you don't know the right answer, you can use the process of elimination to improve the probability of answering correctly. Simulation questions require you to really know how to perform a task. There is no guessing, so it's harder to cheat. Because of this, simulation questions give more accurate assessment results.
More straightforward and fair
In the real world, there are multiple ways to complete a task. The method you use often depends on the situation. Multiple choice questions are often ineffective in incorporating multiple correct answers. Answers such as “A and B, A and C, but not B, or None of the Above” make tests more confusing and difficult. If we want to measure if someone can complete a task, we should simply ask them to perform the task. There is no confusion. They can figure out the scenario in the environment, complete the task, and verify their action. This makes test taking much more straightforward and fair.

No. 3

Performance leads to real confidence

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Differentiate yourself

No. 2

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No. 3

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Prove new skills

No. 2

Get promoted

No. 3

Protect your job

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No. 1

Find new opportunities

No. 2

Get help

TestOut pro certified professionals have diverse skill sets, knowledge, and experiences. So, when you have a challenging problem, there will be someone who can help you solve it. Join our LinkedIn group and make sure that you have access to people who can provide help when you need it.

No. 3

Help others

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Find people who can really do the job

Typical IT certification exams are designed to validate IT knowledge, but TestOut’s certification exams measure ability to perform real-world IT tasks. Our innovative simulations look and act like real-world technology. Individuals who take our certifications have to prove that they know how to get their job done. This gives you confidence that you're hiring the right person.

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Hire people who go the extra mile

TestOut Pro certified professionals are not satisfied with just showing you what they know through mainstream certifications. Using our TestOut Pro exams, they went the extra mile to prove what they can do. They're self-motivated and hard-working. We guarantee that you will be happy with TestOut Pro certified individuals.

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No. 1

Proving skills through the TestOut Pro Certification

Let's imagine that your new employee started to work as a network administrator, and she was asked to allow all employees to open and read a file in a certain folder or directory in the company network drive using the Linux command line.

What's the best way to see if she can really do this job?

Method 1: Multiple Choice Question

Method 2: Simulation Question

Using a simulation question, we can simply ask the person to perform this task using a simulated environment.

No. 2

Why simulation questions?

Compared to multiple choice questions, simulation questions are better for measuring what people can actually do for the following reasons:

Benefits of Simulation Questions

More authentic and direct
Multiple choice questions only ask people to recognize a correct answer, but they don’t measure if they can really do a job. Simulation questions ask people to actually perform a task. In a real-world situation, people can always check to see if they did a job right. So, you might not remember exactly how to type a command (e.g., chmod or chmot?), but there is always a way for you to verify that you have done your job correctly. This means that memorization is not really required to perform real-world tasks. Therefore, simulation questions are more authentic because they directly measure what you can do.
More accurate
A typical multiple choice question gives you a 20 - 25% chance of getting the right answer, even if you pick an answer randomly. If you don't know the right answer, you can use the process of elimination to improve the probability of answering correctly. Simulation questions require you to really know how to perform a task. There is no guessing, so it's harder to cheat. Because of this, simulation questions give more accurate assessment results.
More straightforward and fair
In the real world, there are multiple ways to complete a task. The method you use often depends on the situation. Multiple choice questions are often ineffective in incorporating multiple correct answers. Answers such as “A and B, A and C, but not B, or None of the Above” make tests more confusing and difficult. If we want to measure if someone can complete a task, we should simply ask them to perform the task. There is no confusion. They can figure out the scenario in the environment, complete the task, and verify their action. This makes test taking much more straightforward and fair.

No. 3

Skill assessment validates true skill performance

If we want to measure only knowledge, recognizing correct answers is sufficient in most cases; however if we want to assess if someone can really do the job, then we need to go beyond recognition. That's why our TestOut Pro exams are simulation-based. And that's why we can assure you that TestOut Pro certified professionals are truly competent in doing their job.

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No. 1

Self-driven

TestOut Pro certified individuals are people who go the extra mile to prove not only what they know, but what they can do. They’re motivated and self-driven in their career. They do the best they can to learn and prove essential IT skills in order to make themselves more valuable to your organization.

No. 2

Ambitious

TestOut Pro certified professionals are also ambitious in their career. Instead of meeting minimal expectation, they’re willing to learn new knowledge and skills and prove their new skills through certifications. It’s common for our TestOut Pro certified professionals to possess multiple IT certifications. This is one of the key indicators that TestOut Pro certified individuals are self-driven and ambitious.

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