Oakbrook Terrace, Ill., May 28, 2009 CompTIA, the leading trade association for the global information technology industry and the leading provider of vendor-neutral certifications for technology workers, announced today that Advantage Caribbean Institute Ltd. is now a CompTIA Learning Alliance (CLA) partner. 

The CLA program recognizes CompTIA members who have met quality standards for delivering certification education and training. Education and training providers must complete a comprehensive application process and review to become an authorized CLA partner.

Advantage Caribbean Institute, headquartered in Barbados, is CLA-approved to offer training in CompTIA A+ certification, recognized throughout the IT industry as the foundation credential for a career in technology,

"As our only CLA partner in the Caribbean, we are extremely excited about the opportunity to offer training for CompTIA A+ through such a highly reputable training solutions provider," said Terry Erdle, vice president, skills certification, CompTIA.

Advantage Caribbean Institute offers a wide range of opportunities to obtain other globally recognized certifications, including CompTIA Security+, Network +, and Project +. Its satellite office, Advantage Caribbean Institute (SVG) Ltd. in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, offers training in Network+ and Project +. Advantage Caribbean Institute also offers productivity and development courses for individuals; and customizable training and consulting services for companies.

About CompTIA

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Steven Ostrowski

Director, Corporate Communications

CompTIA

630-678-8468