CompTIA, a leading provider of technology certifications, has recently announced the launch of two new certification programs: AI Essentials and Expansion Series. These programs are designed to help individuals develop and maintain their skills in artificial intelligence (AI).
The AI Essentials series, set to be released in July 2024, will focus on a range of tech career areas and roles including software development, cybersecurity, systems operations (SysOps), and data analytics. The program will also cover job roles like prompt engineering and AI systems architecture. It is designed to be applicable to any occupation, whether in tech-specific positions or adjacent roles that rely on technology.
The Essentials series will cover topics such as the landscape of AI, available AI tools, challenges in AI, benefits of AI for creativity and work enhancement, and future implications of AI. In contrast, the Expansion series is intended for individuals with CompTIA Plus (+) or Pro certification in areas like security engineering, penetration testing, security analysis, data analysis, systems operations, tech support