If I have a A+ Cetification, a Network+ and Security+ certs, which MS cetification should I get? MSCE seems to come up more often than anything else. I even saw Novell CNA and Linux+.\n\nThis is all apart of my 5 year plan to be a profesional in technology as well as a businessman owning my own business. What paths should I take?
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Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) - link 1\nMicrosoft Certified Professional (MCP) - link 2, 3\nMicrosoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) - link 3\n\nYou know far more about you know that do I, so I'd tell you to figure out which certifications most closely resemble what you've learned or what you'd like to do, and try to obtain those.
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try mcsa first (like me.) it's cheap (around $400) and relatively useful. my friend in IT says that his pay would double with the MSCE, but he had to get his MCIS degree first.
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Not sure how much use this information will be to you but here goes!  My friend did his microsoft certifications through the open university.  His company funded part of his studying until it went bust too.  I have no idea of vacancies or the actual studying itself, only that my friend is now certified and he's not using it!  But that's his choice, he's contracting at BT!
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the best certification to get is the CCIE\n\nCisco CCIE is the worldwide doctorate of networking\n\nbut anything below it and above the CCNA will make you a proven asset that all employers will want... \n\nbut it will take years till you get to the CCIE level and the exam is really costly.\n\ngood luck\n\nsalaries start at $102,000 \n\nhttp://www.cramsession.com/articles/get-article.asp?aid=925
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CCNA.\n\nAlmost ANY IT related job can have some component of networking in it. The CCNA not only deals with Cisco (which is a HUGE market share in networking) but it also deals with basic networking skills (IP addressing OSI etc).\n\nNow compare that to a MSDBA, there are far fewer jobs that benefit by someone being MICROSOFT certified database admin. First of all less jobs deal with databases AND there are lots more of those jobs that have nothing to do with SQL.\n\nAnother way of looking at it: Many more databases are used over a Cisco network than networks that rely on SQL databases.
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Why would any one leave their home i can not understand.Is there any problem please.If so sort it out before you decide to leave.As regards your course if you do NTTF course right after SSLC then your chance of getting job is bright.Also if you need a choice in choosing the course you can also do any hardware course in computer that too has a great future.
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Of Course. No previous degrees are required to take these exams. Most higher exams require successful completion of lower exams, but that is usually the only pre-req. I have seen advertisements for IT jobs that ask for certifications OR degrees, and some ask for one of the above AND computer work experience.
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As you have mentioned B.E Comp , so iyour are from India. It would be better if you had mentioned from which university you got ur degree.\n Well the best eay in this case os to get yourself professionally certified like doing microsoft ,Hp , SCO certification BUt as you are interested in Unix then get your self certified as SCO Unix professional or RHCE (best to get in) and regarding C/C++  -- well my friend you haven't mentioned your working domain  in C/C++ . but if you still want you should take a c and c++ exam conducted by CSI (Computer Society of India) and if possible also take Work Ability Assessment test . CSI will give you a certificate for it and then this will give you an edge over your peer job applicants and you will get the job very soon.\n\n And Try, try ,try .. Don't give up to find a job...\nI wish you all the best and should you need any more assistance then get in touch with me coz i wear the same boots as yours.
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I went to a school that was supposed to ready me for the A+ test. I was no more ready for that test after the school than I was when I started. If you are already computer savvy and I'm betting you probably are, go get a few books from a one of those huge chain book stores and start studying. It's a hell of allot cheaper than signing up for some crash course being taught by people not much smarter than you are and that are just out to make a buck off you. Go invest in some good A+ books start studying and in about 5 or 6 months go take the test. Pay for A+ certified folks vary, but depending on where you live, they can make anywhere between 10 and 15 bucks an hour, but then again it all depends on how much of a true computer nerd you are. If you really know your shiznit, you can make good money if you also have the MCSE certification. Problem with the MCSE is you have to re-cert. every three years, so I was like fvck that. School for me is a means to an end, not something you have to keep torturing yourself with day after day for the rest of your life just to earn a living. If you choose the computer biz that's what kind of life you are in for. Technology changes so rapidly with computers, if you want to make any serious coin in the industry, you will have to go to school for the rest of your life. Sorry, I'm way too old for that shiznit!!!
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hello im a computer science student .i tell u that there is no much difference in IT & CS. if u take CS apart from software u get to know about hardware also ,which i feel is essential.
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i work in IT recruitment. entry level jobs are hard to get into and often companies look for a computer related degree in new starters. however it is possible to enter if you start in a customer services role working on a help desk - then you may be able to get onto a more IT technical side of the helpdesk and progress from 1st line support through to 3rd line support. obviously a good computer skills base to start with helps. as far as companies offering training that depends on the calibre of the company which you should be able to find out either through you agency or ask at interview. if they do not (eg in a smaller company) do not nessecarily decline a job there - it may just be the breakthrough you are looking for! after all any experience in the industry will look good on your CV and will set the ball rolling for you. alot of candidates i speak to in this situation often will put themselves through training courses, it costs money but it shows dedication (you can easily look up IT training courses in your area on the net) i hope this helps - good luck in your search! x
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http://certification.comptia.org/network/default.aspx
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With no experience, don't spend your time on a degree just yet. Spend your time (and your money) on classes that prepare you to take the industry-standard certifications for your feild. Networking's a big topic. If you want to work with infrastructure (routers, switches, the way data gets from Point A to Point B) then study for Cisco. If you want to work with servers and systems (how the data is stored, and how it's used by the users) opt for Microsoft. If you want to work with the data itself (database design/administration, data mining, data warehousing) go for Oracle. Get the premier certifications--- for Microsoft, that's MCSE,  not MCP or MCSA.\n\nEmployers in the IT industry these days are very reluctant to hire a candidate that has no experience, but they'll be more likely to take a chance on you if Microsoft (or Oracle or Java or Sun or whoever) says you know how the product works, as opposed to a degree. Even though a degree takes longer to earn, employers just don't trust it as endorsement that you're qualified if you don't have experience to back it up.  If you already had experience, the degree would be the way to go as you'd earn a lot more money, but for an entry-level position for an inexperienced person, you will have a very, very hard time getting a job without being certified, no matter how many degrees you have.\n\nTuition reimbursement is a common benefit in IT in the US. You can take college courses that count towards your degree in anything you want, and your employer will pay you back a percentage of your tuition, provided you get good grades. So once you're working, take advantage of this benefit and finish your degree taking night classes.
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The biggest problem when trying to answer your question is the fact that IT business has become so vast and manifold that the times of generalists has long gone by. In other words, the first things you'd need to decide for yourself is what branch you would like to work in.\n\nFor instance, ask yourself if you'd rather be an system adminstrator or involved in writing software.\n\nWhat technical environment would you like to work in? Sun? Unix? Linux? Windows? SAP?\n\nI can imagine answering even such basic questions can be pretty hard. Some research might shed some light though. Moreover - and maybe even more importantly - try to build on what you already know: you mention that you worked as a tech support before. If you basically liked the matter you had to deal with there continue in that direction.\n\nOnce you decided you should try to find out if there is a way to get certified in that field. For most major platforms / technologies there are certification possibilities. With some (hard) work and the will to get somewhere all of these certificates are achievable within a reasonable time-frame; and they will definitely help you getting a job.\n\nDon't quit trying a job in the meantime though. The best thing that can happen to you is somebody hiring you that is willing to invest some time into your education by letting your learn things on the job. Cope with the probably small salary you'd get having such a job and remember that experience counts just as much as certificates and university degrees.\n\nSo, go to that interview and be honest about your abilities and let yourself shine by making them see that you are willing to learn and do your best ... you'd be surprised how many employers are looking for exactly THAT trait in future employees.
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They can do multiple things, they could be network admins, network designers, network consultants.  Chances of getting a job with just certifications are ok but would be much better if you added some secondary education like a community college or 4year university would be better.  Don't stop just at the smaller certifications.  If you want a good job try stepping up to the Cisco CCIE, Linux RH, or even try some HP server certifications.
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The good bit is that you have experience. I would get some certs too as some of those hiring like to see them whether you think it really indicates ability or not. So the usual A+,network+, MCP,MCSA.MCSE etc and whatever your specialism is (mine was citrix). If you could get some documented project management experience then that would give more opportunity to "shop around" in terms of pastures new. There is, apparently another skills shortage in some areas of IT.Obviously IT is another profession where ageism also plays a part.
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Learn the computer.  As a System and Network admin for my company there is only one way to get in with me.  Have a brain cell working and be confident.  Work as an intern and work for free.  Soak in all the knowledge you can.  Get 2 or 3 computers even if they are crap and network them so you can say you did it at home.  Play around with them learn and more than what the teachers are giving you.  You’re in school for computer that means you have access to pirated material learn the OS and the Server OS.  I just terminated a person who had a degree but I don't know how she got it because she did not know a thing.  I want someone is not afraid to mess up its part of the game.  Get in with help desk and work your way up the latter take chances and get with your school and see if they can help you out.  Feel free to contact me if you like. If your going to a technical school such as DeVry then they should have something for you.  If your going to a real Universaty then make sure you get your BS in computers.