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20 May, 2013
CCI renews multi-year Pearson VUE test delivery contract

Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) has renewed its long-standing partnership with Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, to deliver its certification programs.

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23 April, 2013
Pearson VUE Japan partners with Hitachi to deliver job management partner 1 engineer certification program

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15 April, 2013
The American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians renews testing agreement with Pearson VUE

The American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP)renews computer-based testing agreement with Pearson VUE.

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25 March, 2013
Experts to discuss widening participation, Situational Judgement Tests and administrative efficiencies at free admissions testing webinar

Experts from prominent UK admissions exam programmes and test owners are set to share key insights and experiences during a free webinar hosted by leading learning company Pearson.

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6 March, 2013
Pearson VUE acquires Exam Design

Pearson VUE has announced the acquisition of Exam Design Inc, a leading provider of examination development software used in high-stakes testing.

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20 February, 2013
Pearson VUE-delivered Law School Admission Test now recognised by over 60 colleges across India

More than 60 law colleges across India now recognise the Law School Admission Test—India (the LSAT—India™) scores as one of the admissions criteria for their institutes.

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5 February, 2013
Pearson's Clarke Porter receives prestigious award at the Association of Test Publisher's Innovations in Testing conference

The Association of Test Publisher’s (ATP) has honored Clarke Porter, Vice President and General Manager of Pearson Credential Management, with the Award for Professional Contributions and Service to Testing 2013.

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17 January, 2013
CPA Australia finds the formula for more comprehensive assessment delivery

Accountants in Australia, South East Asia and beyond are set to benefit from a more flexible and efficient path to membership, following the agreement between CPA Australia and Pearson VUE for examination delivery services.

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20 December, 2012
Platinum sponsor Pearson VUE to educate and inspire at testing industry’s biggest innovation event

Big questions will be answered by platinum sponsor Pearson VUE at the upcoming 2013 Association of Test Publisher’s Innovations in Testing Conference.

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18 December, 2012
Programmers welcome high-stakes C/C++ certification programme as part of computer-based testing agreement with Pearson VUE

The global IT programming community is set to welcome a high-stakes C/C++ certification programme, following a computer-based testing (CBT) agreement between the C++ Institute and Pearson VUE.

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6 December, 2012
Juniper Networks moves to Pearson VUE for global certification testing

IT professionals seeking certified proof of their competence with Juniper Networks technology are set to do so through the world’s most secure test center network.

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29 October, 2012
Pearson VUE celebrates a decade of growth and innovation with Pearson Professional Centers

In 2002, Pearson VUE launched its Pearson Professional Centers, a pioneering move that changed the face of high-stakes exam delivery.

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24 October, 2012
The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy renews exclusive contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE announced today that it has renewed its contract with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) for delivery of its licensure examinations used to assess individuals’ competence to practice pharmacy.

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19 October, 2012
(ISC)²® appoints Pearson VUE to add computer-based delivery of most popular exam

Information security professionals around the world are benefitting from a more accessible and secure way to pursue certification, thanks to an ongoing relationship between (ISC)² and Pearson VUE.

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20 September, 2012
Pearson VUE and partners to showcase how IT certification improves business efficiencies and careers at GITEX Technology Week

The value of IT certification, computer-based testing (CBT) and developing new partnerships are all on the agenda for Pearson VUE and its partners at GITEX Technology Week.

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6 September, 2012
edX announces option of proctored exam testing through collaboration with Pearson VUE

Online learning venture edX continues to transform higher education by announcing today its agreement with Pearson VUE to offer learners the option of taking a proctored final exam.

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4 September, 2012
The American Board of Anesthesiology renews agreement with Pearson VUE for delivery of certification and recertification exams

Anesthesiologists planning to pursue certification and recertification will continue to undertake computer-based exams at locations most convenient to them.

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22 August, 2012
Pearson VUE to provide global certification service for Ruijie Networks

Pearson VUE has signed an agreement for exam delivery with Ruijie Networks, a leading IP solution and product supplier in China.

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21 August, 2012
NCSBN awards Pearson VUE contract for NCLEX® test development and delivery services

Pearson VUE has been awarded a new five-year extension of its contract with the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN®) for delivery of the NCLEX® Examinations.

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16 August, 2012
American Board for Certification in Homeland Security credentialing appoints Pearson VUE to provide greater exam access to service members where they serve

The American Board for Certification in Homeland Security (ABCHS) has appointed Pearson VUE to provide a flexible computer-based test delivery service which enables military personnel to pursue professional certification at or near their duty station.

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14 August, 2012
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology moves certification program and launches simulated exams with Pearson VUE

Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (OMT) are set to benefit from the computer-based exam delivery agreement between the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO®) and Pearson VUE.

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24 July, 2012
Pearson VUE to answer key questions and reveal latest innovations at testing industry's European flagship event

Which testing format best suits your programme? How do you protect against test fraud? What is the future of certification?

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14 June, 2012
Nurse Anesthetists continue benefitting from accelerated path to certification with renewal of Pearson VUE testing agreement

Nurse Anesthetists across the United States are set to continue progressing their careers by undertaking readily accessible industry specific exams, following renewal of the testing partnership between Pearson VUE and the NBCRNA.

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12 June, 2012
Iowa Insurance Division renews partnership with Pearson VUE to offer professionals continued access to certification

Insurance professionals can continue to pursue industry recognized certification using the world’s largest most secure test center network, thanks to the renewed partnership between the Iowa Insurance Division (IID) and Pearson VUE.

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7 June, 2012
Linux Professional Institute selects Pearson VUE as exclusive partner for delivery of computer-based exams

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, has been selected by Linux Professional Institute (LPI) as the company’s exclusive delivery provider of LPI certification exams.

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16 May, 2012
Pearson VUE acquires Certiport

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing arm of Pearson, has announced the acquisition of Certiport.

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12 April, 2012
Pearson VUE-delivered Law School Admission Test now recognised by over 50 colleges in India

More than 50 law colleges across India now recognise the Law School Admission Test (LSAT)—India, providing successful candidates with a wide range of colleges to pursue careers in law.

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19 March, 2012
Pearson VUE Japan offers stronger career pathways with globally recognised SAP consultant certification

Japan’s business professionals are set to benefit from a stronger career pathway, thanks to the longstanding partnership of Pearson VUE, the global leader in computer-based testing and SAP, the world’s largest business software provider.

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13 March, 2012
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards renews with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, announced this month that the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) renewed their contract with Pearson VUE to deliver its Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examinations (MBLEx).

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29 February, 2012
Pearson VUE announces date for Law School Admission Test — India 2012

Pearson VUE, the global leader in computer–based testing for academic, professional and licensure examinations, has announced the opening of registrations for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) —India 2012.

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31 January, 2012
Pearson VUE appoints Matthew Poyiadgi as Managing Director for Europe

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, has announced the appointment of Matthew Poyiadgi as Managing Director for Europe.

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23 January, 2012
The Montana Commissioner of Insurance Renews Contract with Pearson VUE

The Montana Commissioner of Insurance has renewed its contract with Pearson VUE to conduct application screening, develop and administer computer-based exams, and provide continuing education services.

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6 January, 2012
Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards signs multi-year contract with Pearson VUE

The Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) will transition administration of its Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE) testing programme to Pearson VUE.

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5 January, 2012
UKCAT Consortium announces continuation of test partnership with Pearson VUE to help identify tomorrow’s doctors and dentists

Applicants for medical and dental degree programmes across the UK will continue to benefit from one of the most advanced and efficient computer-based aptitude tests on the market.

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4 January, 2012
IT professionals across Africa log on to better careers, thanks to computer-based testing

Remaining in a position unreflective of his certifications and skills was not an option for Systems Engineer Dan Wanjohi.

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9 December, 2011
The National Council of State Boards of Nursing and Pearson VUE to bring NCLEX-RN® examination to Canada

NCSBN and Pearson VUE have announced that the NCLEX-RN® Examination was selected by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and nine other Canadian registered nurse regulatory bodies for utilisation by these entities as a licensure requirement.

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8 December, 2011
National Federation of Property Professionals Awarding Body switches to Pearson VUE to offer greater accessibility to key industry certification

Property professionals across the UK can now pursue industry-specific certification more widely than ever before, thanks to an agreement between Pearson VUE and the National Federation of Property Professionals (NFoPP) Awarding Body.

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2 December, 2011
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians renews exclusive contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE has announced that the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) has renewed their contract for test delivery of their emergency technician exams.

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30 November, 2011
National Board of Examiners in Optometry renews and expands contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, has renewed and expanded its contract with the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO).

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22 November, 2011
The Building Industry Consulting Services International signs with Peason VUE

Pearson VUE has signed an exclusive multi-year contract with the Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) to deliver its eight credentialing examinations.

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17 November, 2011
Syncsort exam now available throughout the Pearson VUE Authorised Test Centre global network

Pearson VUE has announced the availability of a new Syncsort certification exam throughout its global network of more than 4,500 Pearson VUE Authorised Centres in 165 countries.

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21 October, 2011
Middle East IT professionals ‘go green’ to boost credentials, thanks to BCS and Pearson VUE test partnership

IT professionals across the Middle East can now pursue an industry-specific certification which demonstrates their commitment to and understanding of energy efficiency and environmental friendly issues, thanks to Pearson VUE.

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21 October, 2011
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals signs multi-year contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE has announced that the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) will deliver its new Cornerstones of Supply Chain Management exam in a computer-based format through Pearson VUE.

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28 September, 2011
Pearson VUE appointed to deliver construction Health and Safety Test

CITB-ConstructionSkills – the Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board for the construction industry in the UK – has appointed Pearson VUE to help it ensure thousands of construction workers remain health and safety aware in the workplace.

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23 September, 2011
The future of the assessment industry, and special rate exams, unveiled at Middle East's largest ICT event

Observational testing, a professional learning online marketplace and a new credential management system are just some of the ways Pearson VUE is revolutionising the testing industry.

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1 September, 2011
Gold sponsor Pearson VUE to answer biggest testing questions at 3rd European Association of Test Publishers Conference

Pearson VUE will answer key questions when it addresses awarding bodies and assessment experts at this year’s European Association of Test Publishers (E-ATP) Conference.

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19 July, 2011
Pearson VUE and the National Council of State Boards of Nursing bring nursing exams to Harlingen, Texas

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), Texas Board of Nursing and Pearson VUE today celebrated the opening of a Pearson Professional Center in Harlingen, Texas.

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8 July, 2011
Pearson VUE selected to deliver Barber and Cosmetology exams in Pennsylvania

The Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for the State Board of Cosmetology and the State Board of Barber Examiners for the Pennsylvania Department of State have selected Pearson VUE.

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1 July, 2011
VMware signs contract renewal with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, has signed an extended renewal contract with VMware to deliver certification exams.

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22 June, 2011
Pearson VUE names Gary Gates, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Global Business

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, announced today that Gary Gates, Ph.D., has joined the company as senior vice president, Global Business.

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17 June, 2011
Pearson VUE helps Dubai improve driving safety

The test administered through touch-screen technology is expected to assess more than 500,000 candidates in the first year alone – in Arabic, English or Urdu.

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16 June, 2011
Oracle selects Pearson VUE to deliver Sun certification exam

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, has been chosen by Oracle to deliver its Sun certification exams.

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3 May, 2011
Pearson VUE and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association renew exclusive testing agreement

Pearson VUE has announced that the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association has chosen to extend its exclusive multi-year contract with Pearson VUE for computer-based delivery of the CAIA designation exams.

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15 April, 2011
Pearson VUE renews exclusive exam testing agreement with Excelsior College

Pearson VUE has announced that Excelsior College has elected to extend their exclusive multi-year contract with Pearson VUE for computer-based delivery of Excelsior College’s credit-by-examination program.

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6 April, 2011
AppSense launch three-tier User Virtualization certification programme to validate IT professionals: New exams to be delivered via Pearson VUE test centres

AppSense Professional Services has developed and is releasing a global three-tier certification programme for its customers and partners.

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22 March, 2011
National Recruitment Office for General Practice Training “extremely happy” with Pearson VUE computer-based test solution for trainee doctors

The National Recruitment Office for General Practice Training (NRO) has successfully launched its first ever computer-based testing solution in partnership with Pearson VUE.

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16 March, 2011
Pearson and the American Council on Education collaborate to transform GED test

Pearson and the American Council on Education (ACE) have announced the creation of a ground-breaking new business that will drive the future direction, design, and delivery of the GED testing programme.

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2 March, 2011
Pearson VUE President Bob Whelan Receives Prestigious Testing Industry Award

The Association of Test Publishers (ATP) today awarded Pearson VUE President and CEO, Bob Whelan, the 2011 ATP Award for Professional Contributions and Service to Testing.

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28 February, 2011
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) chooses Pearson VUE for test development and delivery

Fundamentals of Engineering and Fundamentals of Surveying will be first NCEES exams to transition from paper-and-pencil to computer-based testing

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22 February, 2011
Pearson VUE partners with the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters to deliver assessment for multiple insurance awards via computer-based testing

Pearson VUE has been chosen by the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters (CILA) to deliver assessment for its Certificate and Diploma membership qualifications.

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18 February, 2011
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur to accept Law School Admission Test scores for international students

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, one of the most coveted higher education Institutes in India, has decided to accept Law School Admission Test scores for international students.

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3 February, 2011
Pearson VUE witnesses annual increase of 33% in computer-based testing across Africa

Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, has announced an increase of 33% in the number of exams delivered via its extensive network of test centres across Africa in 2010.

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26 January, 2011
Pearson VUE and the Roads and Transport Authority for Dubai launch first computer-based theory driving test in the Middle East

Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, has launched the theory driving test on behalf of the Roads and Transport Authority for Dubai (RTA) – the first computer-based test for the Middle East transport industry.

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20 January, 2011
The European Federation of Schools selects Pearson VUE to deliver assessment via computer-based testing

Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, has been selected by the European Federation of Schools (FEDE) to deliver its newly formed European Business and Administration Test (EUBAT).

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18 January, 2011
Nevada Division of Insurance renews contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, has announced that the Nevada Division of Insurance has renewed its contract with Pearson VUE, following a competitive bidding process.

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14 January, 2011
Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation extends exclusive multi-year contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE and the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) have extended their exclusive multi-year contract through to 2015.

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12 January, 2011
AppSense selects Pearson VUE to deliver assessment for its Certification Programme for user virtualization via computer-based testing

Pearson VUE has entered into an exclusive partnership with AppSense, the leading provider of user virtualization solutions, to ensure assessment delivery for its comprehensive Certification Programme via computer-based testing.

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10 January, 2011
The Linux Professional Institute and Pearson VUE offer promotional programme for academic organisations in Europe

The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) and Pearson VUE have announced a special promotional programme in select European countries for LPI Approved Academic Partners (LPI-AAP).

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7 December, 2010
Pearson VUE to showcase its testing service at Learning Technologies 2011

Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, has announced that it will showcase its service at Europe's leading conference for organisational and technology-supported learning in the workplace, Learning Technologies 2011.

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29 November, 2010
Pearson VUE to deliver Certificate in Islamic Finance assessment on behalf of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the world's leading and largest professional body of Management Accountants, has selected Pearson VUE to deliver assessment for its Certificate in Islamic Finance via computer-based testing.

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25 November, 2010
Pearson VUE opens Dubai office and appoints local Arabic-speaking team

Pearson VUE, the leader in computer-based testing, has joined fellow Pearson business, Pearson Education, in opening an office in Dubai to meet the Middle East's increasing demand for e-assessment.

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15 November, 2010
The Waste Management Industry Training and Advisory Board partners with Pearson VUE to enable UK-wide test delivery via computer-based testing

The Waste Management Industry Training and Advisory Board (WAMITAB) has signed an exclusive five-year contract with Pearson VUE to deliver the Continuing Competence element of its Operator Competence Scheme via computer-based testing.

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9 November, 2010
The National Recruitment Office for General Practice Training appoints Pearson VUE to deliver computer-based testing for trainee doctors

The National Recruitment Office for General Practice Training (NRO) has selected Pearson VUE to deliver Stage Two of the selection process involving the delivery of a computer-based assessment.

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18 October, 2010
The Bar Standards Board selects Pearson VUE to deliver pilot for its first computer-based Aptitude Test

The Bar Standards Board (BSB) has selected Pearson VUE to deliver a computer-based pilot of its Aptitude Test for candidates planning to undertake the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC).

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18 October, 2010
The Association of Social Work Boards Chooses Pearson VUE for Test Delivery

The ASWB Board of Directors very carefully considered options for testing vendors, and feels that Pearson VUE offers a range of services that are in the best interests of ASWB and its member boards,” said ASWB Executive Director Donna DeAngelis.

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9 September, 2010
Pearson VUE names Karen Ketchmark Vice President, Human Resources

As a member of the company’s senior leadership team, Ketchmark will work to align the company’s management of human capital with its high-growth strategic objectives.

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9 September, 2010
Pearson VUE to Deliver First Medication Aide Certification Exams in Tennessee

The goal of the new program is to increase the quality of care in assisted living facilities and nursing homes by allowing nurses to have specially trained assistants deliver ...

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1 September, 2010
PEOPLECERT selects Pearson VUE to deliver on-demand high-stakes global testing

PEOPLECERT – a rapidly growing personnel certification body with dynamic presence in the global market – has contracted Pearson VUE to deliver on-demand high-stakes global testing.

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1 September, 2010
Five Education Leaders Named to Advisory Board for Pearson’s Credit-by-Examination Program

UExcel Advisory Board Members Represent Top Experts in International Studies, Online Learning, Educational Assessment and Higher Education

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31 August, 2010
The American Health Information Management Association selects Pearson VUE as testing services provider

Pearson VUE has announced its signing of an agreement to be the exclusive provider of computer-based testing for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

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Industry News
30 July, 2010
Fostering a certification culture

Suzana Lopes, Pearson VUE VP EMEA Sales and Marketing, explains how we as an industry can improve Britain’s competitive knowledge economy by promoting the importance of certification.

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28 July, 2010
The British Business Professional Skills Development selects Pearson VUE to deliver computer-based testing in the Middle East and Africa

The British Business Professional Skills Development (BBPSD) has signed an exclusive 10-year contract with Pearson VUE to assess candidates via computer-based testing.

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26 July, 2010
Pearson VUE announced as Gold Sponsor for prestigious testing industry event

Pearson VUE, the global leader in computer-based testing, has announced that it will be a Gold Sponsor for the second annual European Association of Test Publishers (E-ATP) Conference.

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21 July, 2010
Autodesk chooses Pearson VUE for computer-based test delivery

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, has announced that Autodesk has signed a multi-year contract with Pearson VUE for computer-based delivery of its Associate-level certification examinations.

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16 July, 2010
Pearson VUE announces launch of UK careers website

Pearson VUE is looking to strengthen its employer brand in the UK with the launch of its very own careers website.

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23 June, 2010
The Colorado Division of Insurance Renews Contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, announced today that Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies — Division of Insurance renewed its contract, following a competitive bidding process.

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21 June, 2010
Pearson’s Minnesota office named to Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces 2010

Pearson VUE is proud to announce that they are part of the Pearson office in Minnesota that was named this week to the Star Tribune’s 2010 list of Twin Cities’ Top Workplaces.

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18 June, 2010
The American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians exams successfully transitioned to computer-based delivery

Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, has announced that the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) has successfully converted their certification exams from paper-and-pencil to computer-based delivery.

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8 June, 2010
Batterjee Medical College selects Pearson VUE to deliver computer-based testing

A pioneering medical college based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has signed an exclusive seven-year contract with Pearson VUE to receive quality solutions and services to meet its assessment needs.

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7 June, 2010
Board of Certified Safety Professionals renews with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE has announced that it has signed a long-term renewal contract with the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) to provide test delivery for BCSP certification examinations.

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24 May, 2010
The Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners Renews Contract with Pearson VUE

The Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners first selected Pearson VUE in 2006 as part of a multi-board agreement with the Minnesota Department of Commerce to develop content and administer examinations...

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19 May, 2010
Pearson VUE Sponsors CompTIA Conference

Pearson VUE has been announced as Platinum Sponsor for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) EMEA Member Conference held at the Radisson Edwardian Heathrow Hotel on 20-21 October 2010.

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19 May, 2010
Finding Stolen Items and Improving Item Banks

The analyses in this paper represent a proof-of-concept for the application of one method from NLP to several tasks related to item bank management.

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14 May, 2010
General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions select Pearson VUE for online exam delivery

The General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (CIBAFI) has announced that it will deliver tests online for the first time in its history after agreeing to a partnership with Pearson VUE.

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6 May, 2010
ICB select Pearson VUE to deliver secure online testing

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) has signed a landmark new contract to deliver its examinations online via Pearson VUE’s extensive network of over 5,000 highly secure test centres in more than 165 countries.

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30 April, 2010
Pearson receives The Queen's Award for Enterprise

Pearson, the global education and information company, today received The Queen’s Award for Enterprise, in the International Trade category, for its success in growing global sales.

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19 April, 2010
The African Society for Quality in Healthcare (ASQH) partners with Pearson VUE to deliver test certification

The African Society for Quality in Healthcare (ASQH), based in Cairo, Egypt, has signed an exclusive five-year partnership with Pearson VUE to deliver its International Board for Quality in Healthcare (IBQH) programme.

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14 April, 2010
The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Renews Contract with Pearson VUE

Indiana Professional Licensing Agency renewed its contract with Pearson VUE to develop and deliver real estate licensure exams and deliver real estate appraiser examinations, following a competitive bidding process...

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9 April, 2010
Ifs School of Finance extend contract with Pearson VUE for 3 more years

In the past 8 years the ifs has worked closely with Pearson VUE to deliver over 200,000 computer based tests. The new contract, which runs until the end of 2013, cements this relationship going forward.

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26 March, 2010
Pearson VUE and PLH Online launch new secure computer-based testing

Pearson VUE has won a new contract with on-line training company PLH Online to deliver the Scottish Personal Licence Holder exam in a secure electronic environment in their UK testing centre network.

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15 March, 2010
Pearson VUE to Deliver Turkish CompTIA A+® Exams

CompTIA, which is already a long-standing client of Pearson VUE internationally, will be able to offer the globally recognised CompTIA A+ qualification through Pearson VUE’s network of test centres in major towns and cities across Turkey.

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Industry News
3 March, 2010
Introducing the Networking Bundle Offer from CompTIA and Cisco

Help Your IT Candidates Advance Their Career in Networking —Introducing the Networking Bundle Offer from CompTIA and Cisco.

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26 February, 2010
HAAD to develop new professional exams with Pearson VUE

The Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) has signed a contract with Pearson VUE for item development for its Pharmacy and Nursing Licensure programmes.

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16 February, 2010
Lloyd's partners with Pearson VUE to deliver new computer-based tests globally in 2010

Lloyd's, the world’s leading specialist insurance market, will be commencing a new contract with Pearson VUE...

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11 February, 2010
ABBE to Deliver Secure Testing with Pearson VUE

The Awarding Body for the Built Environment (ABBE) is set to migrate all of its tests to be delivered via a digital platform following a new contract with computer-based assessment company Pearson VUE.

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10 February, 2010
Pearson VUE, NMIMS test the 39,000th candidate for the CBT NMAT

Pearson VUE tests 39,000+ candidates successfully during the smooth administration of the NMAT through the entire testing window.

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1 February, 2010
AoMRC successfully pilots Selection Tests with Pearson VUE

THE Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC) together with UCL have successfully implemented a pilot programme for Speciality Training ST1 Selection...

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7 December, 2009
Pearson VUE to Exhibit at iLearning Forum for First Time

Marc Carpenter, Business Development Executive at Pearson VUE, will be delivering a presentation entitled “e-Learning and High-Stakes Computer-Based Testing” at the event...

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7 December, 2009
Pearson VUE to Showcase e-Assessment at Learning Technologies 2010

Learning Technologies, now in its 11th year, is Europe's leading conference for organisational learning and technology-supported learning in the workplace.

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Press Releases
24 November, 2009
Pearson VUE to Deliver New iSQI IT Certification Exams

The iSQI is a leading provider of certification examinations all over the world. Focusing on IT professions, iSQI plays a large role in certifying the know-how of professionals in 40 countries on six continents.

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12 November, 2009
Pearson and Excelsior College Launch UExcel® Credit-By-Examination Program

Two leading education providers, Pearson and Excelsior College, today announced the launch of UExcel®, a new credit-by-examination program.

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Press Releases
10 November, 2009
Pearson VUE Honors Veterans Day 2009 With the Launch of Military-Specific Certification Website

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, is pleased to announce the launch of a new website www.certifyyourfuture.com in honor of Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2009.

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Press Releases
28 October, 2009
Pearson VUE and (ISC)2® Sign Exclusive Contract to Deliver Computer-Based Information Security Exams Worldwide

Our relationship with Pearson VUE is an important investment in the future of our certification programs. It allows us to take advantage of technical advancements to offer our candidates more, conveniently located venues...

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Press Releases
28 October, 2009
Pearson VUE Announces Busy European Events Schedule for November

Events of this kind are a great opportunity for everyone involved in the training and assessment of people to promote best practice in the science of testing and raise awareness of the benefits of assessment.

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Press Releases
19 October, 2009
TANDBERG Selects Pearson VUE for Certification Delivery

“Pearson VUE’s reputation as the leader in computer-based testing and extensive expertise with IT certifications will undoubtedly prove to be a winning combination in the development and growth of our certification program.”

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Press Releases
12 October, 2009
Pearson VUE to host first Psychometric Workshop in Dubai

The sessions are intended to help those involved in, or getting started in the creation of assessments, to develop tests that are a better and more reliable reflection of the abilities they are intended to measure.

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Press Releases
30 September, 2009
DSA and DVA extend agreement with Pearson for the delivery of U.K. Driving Theory Tests

The driving theory test has been administered by Pearson VUE, the professional testing business of Pearson, since September 2004. The original seven-year contract was due to expire in 2011, and has now been extended by three years.

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Press Releases
25 September, 2009
SPSS Inc. Chooses Pearson VUE to Administer Certification Exams

PASW® Statistics Certification offers an objective assessment of an individual’s skill in PASW Statistics — the foundation of Predictive Analytics.

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Press Releases
2 September, 2009
Oracle Selects Pearson VUE as its Test Delivery Provider

Oracle is the world’s largest business software company. Oracle certifications provide IT professionals and managers reliable validation of an individual’s training and experience.

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Press Releases
17 August, 2009
Pearson VUE and the RTA team up to exhibit at GITEX

GITEX Technology Week brings together IT professionals from across the Middle East and beyond and offers numerous opportunities to network, see the latest launches and hear about the hot topics affecting the marketplace.

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Press Releases
28 July, 2009
Pearson VUE confirmed as Gold Sponsor of European Association of Test Publishers Conference

The event, which will be held in Brussels from 30 September to 2 October 2009, is the first conference of its kind in Europe, and is aimed at all those involved in the business of testing people...

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Press Releases
24 July, 2009
AGA Selects Pearson VUE as Testing Services Provider

AGA serves government accountability professionals by providing quality education, fostering professional development and certification, and supporting standards and research to advance government accountability.

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Press Releases
23 July, 2009
Certification Partners Renews Contract for Delivery of CIW exams with Pearson VUE

The CIW program teaches today's Web technologies, focusing on Web design, Web development, database design, and security.

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Press Releases
21 July, 2009
The Cooper Institute Signs Exclusive Contract with Pearson VUE For Computer-based Test Delivery

The Cooper Institute is one of the most respected fitness certifications in the industry. The CI-CPT exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) – the gold standard of quality for certifying organizations.

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2 July, 2009
Pearson VUE explains the need for rigorous exam security

Suzana Lopes, EMEA VP Sales and Marketing at Pearson VUE, explains the need for rigorous exam security, and looks at how it can be achieved today.

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Press Releases
23 June, 2009
NICET Signs Computer-based Test Delivery Contract with Pearson VUE

Beta versions of the computer-based Fire Alarm Systems certification examinations are now available through Pearson VUE’s owned-and-operated Pearson Professional Centres in the U.S. and its territories.

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Press Releases
19 June, 2009
Pearson VUE Selected by Citrix as Exclusive Test Delivery Partner

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., June 18, 2009 — Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, announced today that Citrix Systems, Inc. has selected the company as its exclusive delivery provider of Citrix certification exams.

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9 June, 2009
Manchester Call Centre Workers' Environment Day for Manacare

Manchester contact centre staff have hosted a fun day, to raise both awareness of environmental issues and money for local children’s charity the Manacare Foundation.

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Press Releases
3 June, 2009
Pearson VUE to Deliver New ISEB ITIL® version 3 exam

PEARSON VUE chosen by the Information Systems Examination Board (ISEB) to deliver its new IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL®) Version 3 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management.

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Press Releases
28 May, 2009
RTA and Pearson VUE enter Exclusive Partnership to Launch New Dubai Driver Test

THE Road and Transport Authority of Dubai has announced a new partnership with computer-based testing leader Pearson VUE to deliver what it believes will be the world’s most high-tech Driver Testing System.

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Press Releases
27 May, 2009
HAAD and Pearson Launch On-Line Computer-Based Testing for Health Professionals

The Health Authority-Abu Dhabi (HAAD) has signed an exclusive 5-year contract with Pearson VUE to provide computer-based testing for the Health Professionals Licensure Examinations.

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Press Releases
12 May, 2009
IT Certification Still Strong Says Pearson VUE

Industry insiders have confirmed that IT certification has remained strong in the UK...

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Press Releases
14 April, 2009
Pearson VUE launches Spring 2009 Series of FREE Psychometric Workshops

The sessions are intended to help those involved in, or getting started in the creation of assessments, to develop tests that are a better and more reliable reflection of the abilities they are intended to measure.

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Press Releases
1 April, 2009
Novell Selects Pearson VUE as its Worldwide Test Delivery Provider

Novell has selected Pearson VUE to deliver their certification examinations as their single provider after more than ten years of utilising multiple test delivery providers.

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Press Releases
1 April, 2009
Pearson VUE Secures Test Delivery Contract with Adobe

Pearson VUE, the leader in secure high-stakes testing, announced today that it has signed a contract renewal with Adobe Systems Incorporated that designates Pearson VUE as Adobe’s exclusive testing provider.

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Industry News
30 March, 2009
Pearson VUE Embraces Collaboration to Spur Innovation and Speed-to-Market

Relationship with Summit Consulting Group expected to yield new capabilities in the area of performance-based testing.

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Press Releases
13 March, 2009
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Signs Renewal of Global Test Delivery Contract with Pearson VUE

The Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) programme was established to help IT professionals using the Linux operating system and its associated tools gain recognition for their product expertise.

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Press Releases
10 March, 2009
GMAC® unveils next-generation website for prospective MBAs

The revamped website makes it easier to find and use key features, including the mba.com store, and the mba.com school search service, a database of MBA programs searchable based on a student’s interests.

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Press Releases
2 March, 2009
Certified Wireless Network Professional Renews Exclusive Test Delivery Contract with Pearson VUE

As of February 1, 2009, CWNP examinations are only available throughout the expansive Pearson VUE® Authorised Test Centre network worldwide.

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Press Releases
16 February, 2009
Pearson VUE to launch new computer-based ISEB exam

PEARSON VUE has announced that it will be the first testing company to offer the new Information Systems Examination Board (ISEB) Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing for the British Computer Society (BCS).

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Press Releases
27 January, 2009
Pearson VUE to exhibit at the 7th e-Assessment Question Conference

As one of the pioneers of e-Assessment, Pearson VUE shares the objectives of the conference, which are to raise awareness of the importance and benefits of computer-based testing over the traditional pencil-and-paper methods.

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Press Releases
27 January, 2009
Pearson VUE to showcase e-Assessment at IP Week

Pearson VUE aims to showcase the many benefits of electronic test delivery in assessment programmes. Hosting the company’s stand will be Patrick McMurray, who handles business development in the Oil and Gas sector.

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Press Releases
14 January, 2009
Pearson VUE joining forces with IT Training Awards 2009 to help raise money for ChildLine

Pearson VUE joining forces with IT Training Awards 2009 to help raise money for ChildLine

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Press Releases
22 December, 2008
Learning Technologies 2009

Pearson VUE will be supporting the Learning Technologies 2009 event at Olympia from the 28-29 January, with both an exhibition stand and a free seminar.

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Press Releases
15 December, 2008
BCS Urges IT Professionals to Maintain Skills in Economic Downturn

Initiatives to help IT professionals maintain a competitive edge...

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Press Releases
10 December, 2008
Fortinet Improves Security Certification and Training Programs

Pearson VUE Selected as Exclusive Test Center Provider for Fortinet Certification Exams at Thousands of Locations Worldwide

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Press Releases
23 October, 2008
The Law National Admissions (LNAT) Consortium renews its contract with Pearson VUE

Pearson VUE to deliver the National Admissions Test for Law via their UK network of computer testing centres...

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Press Releases
20 October, 2008
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academy signs agreement with Pearson VUE

Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academy launches Pearson VUE test centres

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Press Releases
9 October, 2008
California Water Environment Association signs with Pearson VUE

California Water Environment Association signs with Pearson VUE to Transition Certification Program to Computer-Based Delivery

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Industry News
15 September, 2008
Avaloq begins testing with Pearson VUE

Avaloq Banking System is an ideal solution for asset managers, plus private, retail and commercial banks, wanting to increase their business efficiency and intending to protect their competitive advantage and long-term profitability...

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Industry News
8 September, 2008
Testing time starts early for an MBA

Each year, GMAT is taken by 210,000-220,000 people worldwide. They sit the exam at centres run by Pearson VUE, a sister company of the Financial Times.

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Industry News
22 August, 2008
VMware announces new global education services and certification programmes

The programmes are designed for varied positions, including systems administrators, design architects, operators and managers who are interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills of VMware Infrastructure for datacenter and desktop environments...

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Press Releases
7 August, 2008
Pearson VUE announce new partnership with BCS

IT professionals in over 160 countries to accelerate their careers with British Computer Society and Pearson VUE partnership...

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Press Releases
23 July, 2008
Cisco and Pearson VUE Combat Exam Fraud with Global Test Delivery Enhancements

The advanced security enhancements include the use of digital photographs for candidate-identity verification and forensic analysis of testing data.

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Industry News
22 July, 2008
Cisco Learning Network – Get Connected

Cisco Learning Network is a social learning network where IT professionals meet to enhance and advance their IT career.

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Press Releases
8 July, 2008
CCNA Concentrations

Cisco is also announcing a major augmentation to its popular associate-level career certification with the introduction of three concentrations...

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Press Releases
23 June, 2008
Pearson VUE extends partnership with TDA

This new three-year partnership will see Pearson VUE delivering electronic tests to over 35,000 trainee teachers each year...

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