what is the future of MCSE and CCNA certified person in california usa. thanx?
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Doesnt matter where the location is, companies still need MSCE's and CCNA's.  I wouldnt stop at those certifications though, continue on with Cisco 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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Ok, if you have to ask this question then you obviously don't have any experience (or very little).  That's not an attack, it's just an observation.  The relevance is very significant.  \n\nWith little to no experience NO certification will "land" you a top Microsoft job.  There is no certification out there that can replace experience.  \n\nMicrosoft has a few levels of certification.  The more prestigious is the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE).  There are some other certifications on different tracks such as a database administrator.\n\nI've been in the IT business for 6 years (not too terribly long) w/ the last 2 years being in a consultant role.  I have an MCSE in Windows NT, Windows 2000 and Windows 2003.  I also have my Cisco CCNP.  While these certifications certainly help my consulting firm w/ their Cisco and Microsoft partnerships, it doesn't do much for one's salary if you don't have the experience to match.  Certifications aren't difficult to come by and you get a lot of people coming into the market w/ Certs out the wazoo w/ no real experience.  \n\nSorry to rant, but I just want you to know the truth.  Don't go paying $4000, or however much, to attend a course to get an MCSE at a school because they tell you that you can land a sweet job w/ the cert.  These certification "mills" will fill your head full of dreams that will end up getting you burned while padding their pockets.  \n\nWith that said, if you are willing to put the money and effort into getting a certification w/ the realization that you'll have to take a few modest jobs to start out then that's a different story.  \n\nIf you're not already in the IT business then think long and hard about it before you go in.  A lot of people think that just because they like computers that they'll automatically like a job in computers.  The IT industry is very tough and fast paced.  The technology changes rapidly and to be able to make it in the field you have to keep up.  This requires a LOT of time on your part in addition to actually doing the work.  It's not for everyone.  You have to ABSOLUTELY love it and be willing to neglect the ones you love to succeed. \n\nI actually wish that someone would have told me how it is before I got into it.  I'm now looking for a new line of work!
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First of all why do you want to do these courses:\n\n1. If you want to just know some concepts in networking then you can go for CCNA alone. It is normally a 1 month course and will cost you around 15000 ( including test ).\n\n2. If you are serious about a career in networtking then go for ccna first and then after completing it go for CCNP and MCSE.\nRemember, MCSE as 7 papers so the cost is also high and not all people can clear it, only people who are looking for networking career will do it.\n\nAll the best!
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dude, a CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Engineer) is NOT the same as a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate).\n\nsince you're a CCNA, you're target job would be a support technician or a level-1 helpdesk for an I.T. company or a customer-support resource & management firm better known as a call center.\n\ntaking you're certification to the next level (CCNP) is also a good idea  =)
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I feel for you. I was in the same situation, except I had a degree, but in philosophy. I was out of work in 2002 when the big down turn hit. I went to law school, but I know that's not helpful. But what I would say is, do the credentialing route. Cisco, Microsoft, and lots lots more have the certification tests. They can be a bit expensive, but I know that employers really look at them. Plus you stick it in your resume, put it on monster and you'll pop up in key word searches when they look for CCNA's or whatever. I really think that with your experience certs will probably take you further than even a degree honestly. Having the certs can also get you back into management I think, not just hands-on again.  \n\nFYI, I know they are doing a lot of hiring in Silicon Valley right now. I know that's not close to SoCal. Good luck! It's tough, I know.
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The best start towards this goal is to study for and receive Ciso Certifications.\nThe first test you'll need to study for is the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Assocaite).\n\nNext would be CCNP (Professional).\n\nThen go to the "design path", CCDA (Design Associate), CCDP (Professional).\n\nThere are lot of ELECTIVE certifications for any area in networking that you'd like to specialize in (for example, I specialize in Wirelss Networking).\n\nThe ultimate cert is the CCIE (Cisco Certifed Internetworking Expert) which is very tough to pass, has both a written exam and a LAB.\n\nMost of the study material for this is available on the Internet or you can purchase books on the topic.\n\nI highly recommend that you have a "lab" environment to get "hands on" experience.\n\nAfter receiving your CCNA, a lot of companies will be interested in hiring you into their Network Organization.\n\nGood Luck, Networking is a very exciting and rewarding career field :)
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Great another idiot cheating his way to certifications! I guess thats one less job for a person who actually understands the technology! Go for the whole thing with cheating dummuy MCSE is soon to become useless because of people like you! I scored a 954 on that one without a cheat it isn't even that hard thats why i think this is hilarious ha ha ha!
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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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The MSCE and Comptia are recognized certifications that let prospective employers know of your qualifications.\n\nPersons with these certifications will always be accepted to IT positions over those that do not. There are certification exams for Unix as well and many other computing related disciplines.\n\nOkay! Ask yourself if you'd want a Shade Tree mechanic working on your car or if you'd prefer one with certifications in automotive technology.
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I live in CA. I am a securtiy guard. The security company you are planning to work for, usually provide the training classes. Ask the security company you plan on working for about the classes. If you ever move to California, you will find a security job the first day you are here. They are in demand. Good luck.
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Down hill.  There are no jobs in the US for computer scientists so the growth of technology will stagnate.
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Anyone that sutes u\nif are interseted in the networking side go for CISCO\nif want to become a system admin go for MCSE
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If I had to do it all over again, then I would go into hardware networking.  There is a constant demand for people to setup, administrate and maintain networks.  You can supplement this with software courses, but bear in mind that software (as with hardware too) changes rapidly and the different platforms evolve requiring continuous study.\n\nTake some simple structure programming language courses, supplemented by learning data structures and database design.  If you concentrate on hardware engineering then you will be in high demand.  Also, MCSA, MCSE certifications supplemented by experience with routing such as CCNA (Cisco) will keep you very busy.
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CCIE being the engineer level, however all the Cisco Certified professional designations are excellent. CCNA, CCNP
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first you have to take A+ for hardware cause it will help you when you Begin to take MCSE after that try CCNA
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Yah it's a bit true. If you have ccna certification then its true. If you have a merit background or if you are a topper throughout, then you are not bound to networking only. Best OF Luck boy , Build up your Career!!