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Computing Technology Industry Association and Consumer Electronics Association to Offer New DHTI+ Certification for Home Technology Integrators (27/11/2006)

CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ credential covers all aspects of connected home

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and the Consumer Electronic Association (CEA) announced today they are collaborating on a new professional certification for individuals working in the growing field of home technology integration.

The CEA-CompTIA Digital Home Technology Integrator+ certification (CEA-CompTIA DHTI+) is a new credential that will cover all aspects of the connected home, focusing on the personal computer as the controlling hub. "The worlds of consumer electronics and information technology are converging in the connected home of the 21st century," said John Venator, president and chief executive officer, CompTIA. "Technicians must have skills in both worlds to provide the product installation, integration, service, and support that consumers need to fully enjoy a connected home lifestyle. CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certification is a significant step forward in making this a reality."

The new certification will map to specific job roles and skills in home technology integration, such as: * System infrastructure and integration, including user interfaces and control processors; network setup and support; and internet access and protocol. * Digital home entertainment and distribution, including digital rights management and IP; media center PCs and entertainment PCs. * Digital home control of telecommunications, lighting, energy management, and security

The certification is targeted at the home technology system installers and integrators who install, service and maintain digital home products. CompTIA recommends that individuals have 18-24 months experience in the some area of home integration technology.

CEA and CompTIA are working collaboratively to bring the certification to market and promote its use within the home technology integration industry. CompTIA is responsible for developing, managing and maintaining the certification.

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