IC³ Certification

Internet and Computing Core Certification


The Internet and Computing Core Certification program is a global, validated, standards-based

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certification program for basic computing and Internet literacy. It provides an accepted, portable credential that provides proof that an individual has the knowledge and skills required to be a productive user of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet.

IC³ is based on successfully passing three exams:
  •  Computing Fundamentals
  •  Key Applications
  •  Living Online

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In order to cover all IC³ Objectives, you will need to use our text books as well as additional online content. Accessing the online content is easy. You will first want to print the Courseware Mapping Table that corresponds with the textbooks you are using. Then, using the mapping table, you can select the objectives you would like to study.

IC³ Product Solutions

Course Technology is an exclusive provider of IC³ approved courseware. We provide a variety of ways for you to teach your students the computing and Internet concepts and skills they need to get IC³ certified.

Series Course Technology texts/software
From the BASICS Series:
From the Illustrated Series:
From the New Perspectives Series:
From the Shelly Cashman Series:

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