A Look at the CTT+ Exam
Important CTT+ Facts
Below are some important items to have as you prepare for the CTT+ exam:
- As of September 9, 2003 the CTT+ exam is on a new set of objectives called the 2003 objectives.
- The CTT+ exam can also apply to the Novell CNI certification and the Netware 6 CNE certification.
- The exam code for the computer-based exam is TK0-201 and for the video exam it is TK0-202.
- For the video exam portion, be sure you have completed and submitted a video submission form (Form A), clearance form (Form B), and videotape documentation (Form C). You must also include a copy of a government-issued photo ID. This ID is used to verify the identity of the instructor on the tape.
- You must pass the written exam before taking the video portion.
- The price of the exam varies depending on your status with CompTIA and the quantity you intend to purchase. The following tables are from www.comptia.com and highlights the current pricing:
Prices listed are in US Dollars
Computer-Based Exam
| Quantity | Corporate Member Pricing | Non-Member Pricing |
| 1-50 | $155 | $207 |
| 51-250 | $134 | $207 |
| 251+ | $108 | $207 |
CTT+ Video Exam Pricing
| Quantity | Corporate Member Pricing | Non-Member Pricing |
| 1-50 | $175 | $225 |
| 51-250 | $150 | $225 |
| 251+ | $125 | $225 |
Conclusions
The CTT+ certification truly tests your instructional abilities. Granted, this credential is intended for IT trainers, but, rest assured, the principles of good instruction CompTIA is expecting you to perform are universal to all disciplines. Teaching is an extremely rewarding career. You are the person molding, shaping, and meeting the needs of people. As you teach and you see that your students are learning, comprehending, and having a great time growing under your direction, you are sure to understand this joy. However, to be an effective instructor, you need to have solid interpersonal skills, great organizational and planning skills, patience, and a positive demeanor to effectively lead students and a well-oiled classroom environment. By successfully achieving the CTT+ certification, you will have taken a large step toward being an effective instructor and a respected mentor.
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This article was originally published on April 6, 2004