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>>I'm currently preparing for the MOUS certification test in Word.
I'm
>>considered a "power user" by my friends and co-workers - in fact I
>don't
>>know anyone more competent in Word - but I think a certification
like
>>this should go a long way toward dispelling doubts about an
>applicant's
>>proficiency. What do you guys think?
Theoretically, it should. However, it might stereotype you a bit.
Around here (Rochester, NY) Microsoft Office certification is
beginning to show up in the ads for administrative assistant and
executive secretary positions. Apparently it raises the hourly rate
about $3-4/hour.
