Elevate America
As part of the Elevate America effort, Microsoft is providing learning vouchers for no cost access to Microsoft e-learning courses and select Microsoft Certification Exams as part of their work to help train 2 million people over the next three years.

Vouchers are available for Microsoft Certification exams for Office 2003 (MOS) and Office 2007 (MCAS). These are a valuable asset when looking for a job or upgrading skills using Microsoft Office Suite. For example, a certificate is Microsoft Word is good for anyone looking for a front desk position, a Certificate in Excel and Access is good for anyone interested in working in financial field and a Certificate in PowerPoint is good for anyone interested in presenting their content such as Marketing, Business Owners and so on.

For more information on how to get the vouchers for free, visit www.octraining.org.

Six Industries Poised to Grow
Much has been said about the Obama administration pushing through new regulations on everything from health-care companies to banks - not to mention the impact these changes will have on the overall economy. But less attention has been paid to the way the new regulations will play out for entrepreneurs: Will stepped-up regulation stifle or stimulate growth? For more information, visit The Wall Street Journal.

Health IT Funding to Create 50,000 Jobs
According to Dr. David Blumenthal, National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, a portion of $2 billion in discretionary spending under Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) is being targeted at education and training for electronic health record implementation. For more information, visit CIO.com

Kindle Gets Social with Facebook, Twitter Links
Amazon will soon roll out a new software upgrade for its Kindle and Kindle DX e-readers, and the coming enhancements look pretty good. The online retailer, which kick-started the e-book market by launching the original Kindle in 2007, has already begun distributing the version 2.5 update to a limited number of Kindle users. A broad release, which will be sent via automatic wireless updates, is slated for late May. Learn more...

LinkedIn Quick Tip: How to Use "Company Follow"
LinkedIn announces a new feature that lets you keep track of key developments at companies you like. Click here, to learn how to use it and how to manage your settings.

Apple Buys Intrinsity, a Maker of Fast Chips
Apple wants the fastest chip for its mobile devices and has bought another chip maker to gain an edge over its competitors... Click here, to learn more (The New York Times)

Microsoft Office Certification
More than ever before, you need a way to tell the world about your expertise in Microsoft products which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook. Microsoft certification is an industry standard of excellence, and it's the absolute best way to communicate your proficiency in leading desktop products from Microsoft.  Microsoft Certification is a program offered by Microsoft to show that an individual has attained a certain level of expertise with different Microsoft products. The certification process involves preparation and study, followed by an examination to measure the competency. Learn the benefit Microsoft Certification and the process involved in getting Certificate in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).

CompTIA Project+
The CompTIA Project+ is an international, vendor-neutral program that covers the entire project life cycle from initiation and planning through execution, acceptance, support and closure. CompTIA Project+ gives project managers the skills necessary to complete projects on time and within budget, and creates a common project management language among project team members. CompTIA Project+ certification of project managers and team members can help to create a project management culture in large and small organizations. To learn about CompTIA Project+, click here.