IC3 (certification) explained

The IC3 Digital Literacy certification (Internet Core Competency Certification) Digital Literacy certification is a global benchmark for basic computer literacy, including operating systems, hardware, software, and networks.^[1] The IC3 certifications test concepts and skills that apply to almost any school or career pathway. IC3 has multiple standards and levels, including:

• Global Standard 6 (GS6) - this is the current certification. It consists of three exams: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, each inclusive of all objectives but tiered by level of competence.^[2]
• Global Standard 5 (GS5) - This certification is currently available and consists of three exams: Living Online, Computing Fundamentals, and Key Applications.
• Global Standard 4 (GS4) - This version retired in 2022.
• IC3 Spark, for younger children who lack a solid foundation in digital concepts.
• IC3 Fast Track, designed to gauge the skill set of incoming students or job candidates.
• IC PHP Developer Fundamentals, designed to validate technology fundamentals required to pursue a career in software development.

The IC3 certification exams are administered by Certiport.

Official Certiport IC3 Page

Notes and References

1. Web site: Total Seminars - Best selling books plus practice exams for A+, Network+, and IC3 certification. 6 January 2013. totalsem.com. 2015-11-02.
2. Web site: IC3 Digital Literacy Global Standard 6. pearsonvue.com. 2022-02-13.