With demand at record levels for competent employees trained in the latest technology, employers, schools, and now even countries are turning to certification to create reliable and consistent standards. In this interview with Adobe’s Megan Stewart and Certiport’s David Saedi we learn about Adobe’s partnership with Certiport, industry news, and governmental initiatives that will impact credit and training starting at the high school level through higher education. Is this affordable for already budget stressed school districts? Will the certification and training generate accepted academic credits? Listen in to find out! Recorded at the NECC-ISTE Conference in Atlanta, June 2007 by Harris Fogel. Posted 8/4/07 (16:28)

For more information on Certiport visit: www.certiport.com

For more information on Adobe visit: www.adobe.com/education

Photographs by Harris Fogel ©2007