IT Geeks

iSolve Learning Solutions, a division of iSolve Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd and Microsoft ‘Worldwide Partner of the Year 2008’ for Learning Solutions, is shocked by the past matric results — cementing the fact that no new entrants will be entering the market for the next 5 years. As a possible solution, iSolve is encouraging current IT professionals and university graduates to harness and improve on their skills to secure their future in this skill-strapped industry.

Microsoft and Prometric have reintroduced the Microsoft ‘Second Shot’ campaign in an effort to encourage people to get certified and subsequently address the ICT skills shortage in Africa.

There is a growing concern that SA will continue to lack ICT skills for years to come, especially considering that less than 50 percent of matriculants passed mathematics and science last year. This will force companies to continue to import skills from other countries and subsequently increase the cost of doing business.

Tracy Leathem, iSolve Learning Solutions Practice Manager, says it is now time for companies to improve on the skills they already have. “In an effort to improve the ICT skills shortage, Microsoft and Prometric have reintroduced the Microsoft ‘Second Shot’ campaign. If learners write a Microsoft International exam and fail on their first attempt, their second attempt is absolutely free.”

The company’s vision is to be the leading Microsoft Technology and Softskills training service provider in Africa. Its core training methodology is ‘Applied Competence’, one that addresses a range of scholastic and technical skills.

“More importantly, iSolve Learning Solutions has a holistic approach that ensures that its students are fully competent, work oriented and can easily integrate into any given environment. This model is effective in the development of career paths and encourages lifelong learning,” she concludes.

For more information contact iSolve Learning Solutions on (011) 807 9525 or visit www.isolve.co.za