Novell CNIs Grandfathered into The Chauncey Group International's CTT Program

Novell, Inc., the world's leading provider of directory-enabled networking software and services, today [Aug. 24] announced that every current Certified Novell® InstructorSM (CNISM) certified before Jan. 1, 1997, will automatically become a Certified Technical Trainer (CTT) and receive a CTT certificate. CTT is a certification of The Chauncey Group International, a subsidiary of Educational Testing Service.

In addition, current Certified Novell Instructors who were certified between Jan. 1, 1997, and May 31, 1999, may become CTTs by taking only the written exam at a reduced price between July 15 and Oct. 15, 1999. These CNIs should contact The Chauncey Group at 1-800-258-4914 to obtain a discount voucher.

What:

Certified Novell Instructors will automatically become Certified Technical Trainers or reach CTT status with reduced requirements and cost.

• Current CNIs certified before Jan 1, 1997, will automatically become CTT certified.
• Current CNIs certified between Jan. 1, 1997, and May 31, 1999, need only pass the written exam at reduced cost ($100 versus $150 regularly) by Oct. 15, 1999, to attain CTT status.
• All candidates who earn CTT status will need to fulfill requirements for recertification every five years.

Why:

The Chauncey Group developed the CTT program in 1996 to help define and establish professional standards throughout the technical training industry. An individual who became a CNI prior to the CTT program's introduction did not have the alternative of completing CTT. So The Chauncey Group agreed to recognize the demonstrated expertise of current CNIs and grandfather them into the CTT program.

Where:

For more information about the Certified Technical Trainer (CTT) program, contact The Chauncey Group at 1-800-258-4914 or visit http://www.chauncey.com.

Contact:

Press may access Novell announcements and company information on the World Wide Web at http://www.novell.com/pressroom.

Novell Education continues to be the leading provider of network training and certification programs to the growing IT industry. In addition to CNI, Novell certification programs include Certified Novell EngineerSM (CNE®), Master CNESM, Certified Novell AdministratorSM (CANSM), Certified Directory EngineerSM, and Certified Internet ProfessionalSM. Novell has awarded more than half a million certifications since the CNE program was introduced a decade ago.

Novell and CNE are registered trademarks or service marks, and Certified Directory Engineer, Certified Internet Professional, Certified Novell Administrator, Certified Novell Engineer, Certified Novell Instructor, CNA, CNI and Master CNE are service marks of Novell, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Press Contact:
Kevan Barney
Novell, Inc.
Phone: (801) 222-4039
Internet: kbarney@novell.com

Partner and CNI Quotes About CTT Status for Certified Novell Instructors

"I am pleased with this announcement. It further validates our belief in the value of CNI certification for IT training professionals."

Dan Schaefer, CEO
Infotec (a Novell Authorized Education Center)
Santa Ana, Calif.

"I was extremely pleased to learn the Chauncey Group International has decided to recognize the standard of excellence Certified Novell Instructors are known for by grandfathering existing CNIs into their Certified Technical Trainer program. Because CTT is widely recognized by multiple IT vendors as a benchmark for professional education and training standards, the Chauncey Group's decision further validates Novell's reputation for producing the IT industry's premier trainers."

Alan Rowland, CNI, CNE
Ivy Tech State College
Indianapolis