>Thanks John for your detailed report. As I stated in my original message, I'm not disputing the fact that there are some general benefits, just like those you've mentioned. However, I really don't see anything very special.
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>I wanted to find out from others how it will affect them directly. For me as I see it, it doesn't do very much now. I think it will help when it's time for me to look for a new job but not anything now. When I told my boss I was taking a test to apply toward certification, she asked me why since the company already knows I'm more than capable now. She added she would support my objective only because it's what "I wanted".
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>I think the true benefit is in learning while studying for the tests. Although I might never use some of the knowledge gained in an actual project or immediately make more money, I guess more we know the better.
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John,

Perhaps some of this is because your boss doesn't understand the benefits to the company. Perhaps you should educate her.