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CIW has emerged as the leading job-role certification because it demonstrates an individual's competency in Internet industry standards, concepts and best practices, and provides familiarity with leading hardware and software applications. Learn how CIW Candidates have discovered the power of their CIW certifications.
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	Rakesh Sivan	CIW Certifications Earned
	Web Developer Kerala, India	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer Master CIW Administrator Master CIW Web Site Manager
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Rakesh had been employed as a software tester for Tata Consultancy Services, but he wanted to learn more about Internet building technologies and support services to advance his career. Getting CIW-certified gave Rakesh the foundational Web knowledge and skills validation he needed to become a Web developer with the company. "I attribute the whole success of this achievement to CIW certifications," he said. "CIW certifications are a must for any budding Web professional." Read more ...

	Yiu (Ricky) Yu	CIW Certifications Earned
	Senior Web Administrator and Developer Los Angeles, California, USA Professional Websites: www.hccsurety.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer Master CIW Website Manager
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Yiu "Ricky" Yu was well regarded in his professional career as a senior Web administrator for HCC Surety Group when he chose to pursue CIW certification for validation. "I wanted to show that my IT knowledge, skills and experience were well established," he said. Read more ...

	David Eash	CIW Certifications Earned
	Internet Business Owner Sturgis, Michigan, USA Professional Websites: www.heydayvdesign.com www.eichernaturalbeef.com www.youare1st.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer
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David became a Master CIW Designer because he wanted to take his passion for design to the Internet. "I wanted to be competitive in the field of professional Web site design. Pursuing CIW certification gave me industry-recognized knowledge, skills and credibility to do that." Read more ...

	Tony Buford	CIW Certifications Earned
	Senior Art Director Paulsboro, New Jersey, USA Professional Websites: www.tonypearldesign.com www.sticks-and-skins.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer
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Tony emphasizes how focused CIW studying and training will reap awards after certification. "Just like any other schooling, the harder you work and the more you put in, the more you get out," said Tony. "CIW training will pay for itself many times over!" Read More ...

	Makram Saleh	CIW Certifications Earned
	Production Team Leader Baakleen, Lebanon Professional Websites: www.lbcgroup.tv www.indevcogroup.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer
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Makram proved his passion for Web design by earning his CIW certification while showing his employer that he had the ability to undertake additional projects. "A CIW certificate is a milestone in my occupation. It underscores to all employers the level of expertise that I'm up to," said Makram. "It has proved that I'm capable of handling more responsibilities and a wider range of Web-related tasks that non-certified employees." Read More ...

	Maher Dosoqi	CIW Certifications Earned
	Webmaster and Online Marketing Consultant Amman, Jordan Professional Websites: www.fxcore.com www.sms-mail.com	CIW Associate
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Maher used CIW self-study training to earn his certification and start his own business. Starting with his certification he continued to increase his Web skills and his confidence. He now utilizes his CIW knowledge to help develop his creative visions into live Web sites. "I believe the CIW certification is the first worldwide-recognized certification for Web experts," said Maher. Read more ...

	Maduka Samson Okafor	CIW Certifications Earned
	Web/Database Developer Mbora District, Abuja FCT, Nigeria Professional Websites: www.marymountnursery.com www.asosavings.com	CIW Associate
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Maduka reaped the benefits and rewards of being a CIW Associate in a short period of time after earning his CIW certification. "I rose to become a Team Lead in most of the Web application projects that my company wins. I also got a pay raise," Maduka said. "In terms of responsibility, I've got millions of it. It's been a very interesting challenge for me." Read more ..

	Kim Kruse	CIW Certifications Earned
	IFT Instructor Harriman, Tennessee, USA Professional Websites: www.barefootkauaiweddings.com www.rainbowweddings.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer
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Kim recognizes the advantages that CIW offers over other IT certifications because of its vendor-neutral approach to training. "[CIW certification] allows one to see the 'whole picture' rather than just one portion," said Kim. "After completing these series of courses an individual could specialize in one particular area and still consider other aspects of Web site development." Read more ...

	Sean Thompson	CIW Certifications Earned
	Information Security Analyst Meridian, Idaho, USA	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer CIW Security Analyst
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Sean stresses the importance of becoming CIW-certified after earning his Master CIW Designer certification. "By becoming a CIW-certified professional, you will be joining thousands of like-minded individuals that are highly trained designers and developers," said Sean. "As the industry changes, CIW has been a steady force in the development of those changes and has played a significant role in driving standardization within a fragmented industry." Read more ...

	Brouke Reynolds	CIW Certifications Earned
	High School Teacher North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA Related Website: www.nlrsd.k12.ar.us/nlrhswest	CIW Associate CIW Professional Master CIW Designer CIW Security Analyst
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Brouke started teaching the CIW curriculum to her students at North Little Rock-West Campus high school because of the importance Web technologies will have in their future job roles. "[Being CIW certified] will increase their marketability once they leave high school," said Brouke. Read more ...

	Kevin Leahy	CIW Certifications Earned
	Internet consulting company Atlanta, Georgia Professional Website: www.bodeans.com www.rugsbyrobinson.com www.regaloantiques.com	CIW Associate CIW Professional Personal Websites: www.kevinleahy.com
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Kevin earned his CIW Professional certification to gain a solid foundation in Web applications. "I am certain that I would not have come this far in my career this fast if it weren't for my CIW Professional certification," said Kevin Read more ...