Employers Use IT Certification to Close High-Risk Skills Gaps and Gain Competitive Advantage, Pearson Study Finds
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HOBOKEN, N.J., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Organizations facing persistent IT and AI skills gaps are increasingly turning to professional certification as a core workforce strategy and are seeing measurable business returns, according to a new report from Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L). Pearson's 2026 Value of IT Certification Employer Report finds employers prioritize upskilling to close skills gaps, with 78% choosing professional certification as the leading upskilling investment. This focus on validated skills reflects a broader understanding that AI creates the most value when paired with a workforce equipped to use it effectively. The largest skills gaps are found in high-risk, high-impact areas such as AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. Employers don't expect the pressure to ease: nine in ten leaders believe certifications will be more important within the next 3–5 years. Employees echo this sentiment with 84% planning to pursue additional certifications in th
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