About us
Sobre nós
ITCERTS is an independent certification organization that offers vendor-neutral certification programs to IT professionals worldwide. ITCERTS offers the most relevant and in-demand IT certification programs in accordance with the frameworks, standards, methods and set of best practices widely used in the IT industry.
We currently offer more than 100 certification programs in a wide range of areas, including Agile, Big Data, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Governance, DevOps, Data Protection, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Information Security, Privacy, Quality Management, and Sustainability.
ITCERTS certification exams are developed and evaluated by qualified Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
ITCERTS operates in accordance with the International Standard ISO/IEC 17024 (General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons) ensuring greater impartiality, reliability and security of its operations. ITCERTS is incorporated and headquartered in Ontario, Canada and it has regional offices in Lisbon, Portugal and São Paulo, Brazil.
ITCERTS online proctored exams allow you to conveniently and easily take your certification exams from the comfort of your home or office while being monitored by an offsite proctor.
Our certifications are recognized and accepted by leading organizations around the world. ITCERTS has delivered more than 100,000 exams worldwide.
ITCERTS Certification Programs
Artificial Intelligence Certifications
AI Risk Management (ISO/IEC 23894) Foundation
AI Risk Management (ISO/IEC 23894) Lead Implementer
AI Governance (ISO/IEC 38507) Foundation
AI Governance (ISO/IEC 38507) Lead Implementer
AI Management System (ISO/IEC 42001) Foundation
AI Management System (ISO/IEC 42001) Lead Implementer
AI Impact Assessment (ISO/IEC 42005) Foundation
NIST AI Risk Management Framework Foundation
NIST AI Risk Management Framework Lead Implementer
Stackable Certified ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor
StackableCertified AI Lead Implementer
StackableCertified Chief AI Officer
StackableCertified AI Risk Manager
StackableCertified AI Compliance Professional
StackableCertified AI Compliance Manager
StackableCertified AI Compliance Officer
Information Security Certifications
Information Security Management (ISO/IEC 27001) Foundation
Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27001 CMM Lead Assessor
Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Consultant
Stackable Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor
Stackable Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Practitioner
Stackable Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Professional
Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Trainer
ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Dual Certification
Information Security Controls (ISO/IEC 27002) Foundation
ISO/IEC 27002 Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27002 Organizational Controls Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27002 People Controls Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27002 Physical Controls Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27002 Technological Controls Lead Implementer
Information Security Risk Mgmt (ISO/IEC 27005) Foundation
ISO/IEC 27005 Lead Risk Manager
ISO/IEC 27013 Lead Implementer
Information Security Incident Management (ISO/IEC 27035) Foundation
ISO/IEC 27035 Lead Incident Manager
Health Information Security Mgmt (ISO 27799) Foundation
Information Security Policy Foundation
Secure Coding Lead Implementer
Vulnerability Management Foundation
Controlled Unclassified Information (NIST SP 800-171) Foundation
Cyber Threat Intelligence Foundation
Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) Foundation
Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) Lead Implementer
NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer
Stackable Certified Information Security Officer (CISO)
Stackable Certified Information Security Specialist (CISS)
Stackable Certified Information Security Compliance Officer
Privacy and Data Protection Certifications
ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Lead Implementer
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 Lead Implementer
Stackable ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor
Privacy Risk Management (ISO/IEC 27557) Foundation
Privacy Framework (ISO/IEC 29100) Foundation
ISO/IEC 29100 Lead Implementer
Privacy Impact Assessment (ISO/IEC 29134) Foundation
Personal Data Protection (ISO/IEC 29151) Foundation
Privacy by Design (PbD) Foundation
NIST Privacy Framework Foundation
NIST Privacy Framework Lead Implementer
Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO) - Unified Exam
StackableCertified Data Protection Officer (DPO)
StackableCertified Data Protection and Privacy Manager
Stackable Certified Privacy Compliance Officer (CPCO)
Stackable Certified Data Privacy Auditor
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Certifications
Certified ISO 22301 Lead Implementer
StackableCertified ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
Information Security Governance (ISO/IEC 27014) Foundation
Risk Management (ISO 31000) Foundation
Corporate Governance (ISO 37000) Foundation
Corporate Governance (ISO 37000) Lead Implementer
Anti-Bribery Management (ISO 37001) Foundation
Anti-bribery Management (ISO 37001) Lead Implementer
Compliance Management (ISO 37301) Foundation
Compliance Management (ISO 37301) Lead Implementer
Conflict of Interest Management Lead Implementer (Based on ISO 37009)
Fraud Control Management System (ISO 37003:2025) Lead Implementer
IT Governance (ISO/IEC 38500) Lead Implementer
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Foundation
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Lead Implementer
Stackable Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor
StackableCertified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor
StackableCertified IT Corporate Governance Manager
StackableGovernance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Lead Implementer
StackableCertified Governance, Risk, and Compliance Officer (CGRCO)
StackableCertified Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager
Stackable Certified Risk Manager
Stackable Risk Management Frameworks
Cybersecurity Certifications
ISO/IEC 27031 Lead Implementer
Cybersecurity (ISO/IEC 27032) Foundation
ISO/IEC 27032 Lead Cybersecurity Implementer
Supply Chain Cybersecurity (ISO 27036) Foundation
Computer Forensics (ISO/IEC 27037) Foundation
Cybersecurity Awareness (NIST SP 800-50) Foundation
Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2) Foundation
Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2) Lead Implementer
NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Lead Implementer
NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Professional
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Foundation
Certified Cybersecurity Analyst - Unified Exam
StackableCertified Cybersecurity Analyst
StackableCertified Lead Cybersecurity Manager
StackableCertified SOC Analyst
Auditing, Consultancy and Project Management Certifications
IT Service Management and Quality Management Certifications
Agile Certifications
DevOps Certifications
Big Data Certifications
Cloud Certifications
Sustainability Certifications
How to get certified
Como tirar as certificações da Itcerts
Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.
Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.
Register for your online proctored exam.
Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.
If you pass the exam, you receive your certification.
The Value of Certification
The 2023 Value of IT Certification Candidate Report published by Pearson VUE shares the perspectives and experiences of more than 21,000 professionals in 176 countries who prepared for and earned IT certifications amidst changing and challenging working conditions. The results indicate that in a world where greater demand for tech skills meets a global talent shortage, IT certifications are the ideal means to address both.
1. Candidates invest in certification to find better job opportunities - and many are rewarded for their efforts
Certification enables the acquisition of new skills qualifying candidates for better and more rewarding jobs.- 37% received salary increases after carring their certifications while and additiona; 36% still anticipate recewing one.
- 27% accepted job promotions
35% EARNED A PAY INCREASE OR 20% OR MORE
2. Credentialed employees are more empowered and contribute greater value.
Certification increases mobolity for employees AND profitability for businesses.- Certification not only enhances candidates current work conditions, but also increa their ability to explore new job oppotunities.
- Credentialed employees produce higher quality work and are more productive, which favorably impacts the bottom line.
92% OF CANDIDATES are more confident in their abilities and 81% habe more confidence to explore new job opportunities.
3. What’s behind the pursuit of IT certifications?
THE NEED TO RESKILL/UPSKILL 75%
Once again, a desire to gain skills, knowledge, and competence to improve employment opportunities was the top reason most survey respondents pursue certifications.TO ENHANCE PROFESSIONAL PROFILES 62%
TO ADVANCE AND BE PROMOTED 59%
TO MAKE A JOB CHANGE 25%
4. Financial/monetary benefit of certification
37% of respondents received a salary increase after earning their credentials — a significantly higher number than the 28% who reported salary increases in our 2020 data set.Of those who earned a pay increase 58% were rewarded within three months of receiving their certifications. That number jumped to 83% within six months.
The amount of pay raises has increased steadily since 2018. This year, 35% received pay increases of more than 20%, compared to just 20% in 2018 and 28% in 2020.
5. Other extrinsic (tangible) benefits
Besides more pay, after earning certification a growing number of respondents also received job promotions or new jobs, and many were accepted into programs they had applied to join.- 27% received job promotions
- 25% were able to land a new job in the same industry thanks to earning new certifications
- 14% found a new job in a different industry or company
- 11% were accepted into the programs they applied for
6. Intrinsic (personal) benefits
In addition to the tangible benefits noted above, most respondents linked certification with intrinsic benefits such as feeling more confidence and determination, enjoying greater respect from peers, and experiencing an increase in both job satisfaction and autonomy.- 92% feel more confident in their abilities after earning certifications
- 84% are more determined to succeed professionally
- 79% feel more respected by their work peers
- 78% are more satisfied with their jobs
- 74% have greater work autonomy and independence
7. Future plans
IT certifications continue to prove valuable for those who pursue them. Most survey respondents plan to obtain additional credentials and also recommend the pursuit of certifications to others in the IT field.Most respondents are likely to recommend certification and plan to recertify in the next 12 months.
89% are likely to recommend
certification.
84% are likely to recertify in
the next 12 months.
84% are likely to recertify in
the next 12 months.
Why certify
Professionals Certifications programs aligned with International Standards Our certification programs are aligned with international standards such as ISO, ISO/IEC, and NIST
Entry-level to advanced-level certification programs
Our certification programs range from entry-level to advanced
Impartiality, reliability, and security of our certification processes.
Certification processes in accordance with internationally recognized standards such as ISO/IEC 17024, ISO/IEC 23988, and NCCA.
Certification programs constantly updated
Certification exams developed and constantly evaluated by qualified Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
Relevant and in-demand professional certifications
Relevant and in-demand professional certification programs in accordance with the frameworks, standards, methods, and set of best practices widely used in the industry
Online Proctored Exams
Our certification exams are delivered online enabling candidates to take exams anytime from anywhere
Verifiable and Secure Digital Credentials
Our certifications and badges are issued and delivered using industry-leading Accredible’s digital credentials
Globally recognized certifications
ITCERTS certifications are internationally recognized and accepted by leading organizations around the world
Validity and authenticity
Employers can easily verify the certification's authenticity.
Good-for-Life Certifications
ITCERTS' certifications are considered good for life and do not expire.
Professionals Certifications programs aligned with International Standards
Our certification programs are aligned with international standards such as ISO, ISO/IEC, and NIST
Self-study
Study on your own terms, anywhere, anytime
Exams available in multiple languages
Our exams are available in English and Portuguese
Where Some of Our Certified Professionals Work
Frequently Asked Questions
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After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?
After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.
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Does the exam voucher include a retake?
The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.
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What is the exam retake policy?
If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).
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How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?
Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.
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Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?
Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.
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Which languages are the exams available in?
Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.
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Where can I take the exams?
Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.
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How can a potential employer verify my certifications?
Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.
Accredible
Por que tirar certificações com a Itcerts
ITCERTS certifications are issued and delivered using industry-leading Accredible’s digital credentials
ITCERTS certifications are issued and delivered using industry-leading Accredible’s digital credentials
One-click sharing
With one-click social media sharing options as well as LinkedIn, website, and email embedding.
Verifiable
Single-click verification makes third-party authentication quick and easy.
Secure
Accredible's bank-level encryption and Blockchain logging mean it’s impossible to fake your certificates.
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