What is IC3 certification?

The Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) program is the world's first validated, standards-based training and certification program for basic computing and Internet knowledge and skills. Successful completion of IC3 ensures you have the knowledge and skills required for basic use of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet. IC3 is your gateway to advancement in education, employment, or other certification programs.

Who offers IC3 certification?

Certiport Solutions, LLC offers IC3 certification to certify individuals in broad-based computing and Internet knowledge and skills.

Certiport is the leading provider of global, performance-based certification programs and services designed to enable individual success and advancement through certification. It is also the exclusive administrator of the Microsoft® Office Specialist program worldwide, responsible for the development, marketing, and administration of certification tests for the Microsoft Office suite, as well as World Organization of Webmasters (WOW) exams.

What are the requirements of IC3?

IC3 certification requires passing three exams:

IC3 - Computing Fundamentals

• Computer Hardware
• Computer Software
• Using an Operating System

IC3 - Key Applications

• Common Program Functions
• Word Processing Functions
• Spreadsheet Functions
• Presentation Software

IC3 - Living Online

• Networks and the Internet
• Electronic Mail
• Using the Internet
• The Impact of Computing and the Internet on Society

IC3 Exam Content Overview (Adobe Acrobat Format)

Where are IC3 exams offered?

IC3 exams are offered globally at Certiport Testing Centers. In addition to IC3, Certiport Centers can offer Microsoft® Office Specialist and World Organization of Webmasters (WOW) exams.

Click here for information on how to become a Certiport Testing Center.

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Where is IC3 training provided?

IC3 training is offered by a wide variety of educational organizations, including:

Many of these organizations use Teknimedia's PCIC3-Getting Ready for IC3 to prepare their learners for IC3 certification.

Is your organization's mission to help teens and adults become more productive, successful members of today's technology-oriented society? If so, you should provide IC3 training to prepare your students for a validated, standards-based certification program that proves they have the skills it takes!

How can I become an IC3 authorized instructor?

Certiport offers an Authorized Instructor (AI) program for those instructors who will be preparing learners for IC3 Certification. For information about becoming an AI, click on: Certiport Authorized Instructors.