A+ or MCSE

[digital da vinci]

I'm thinkin about doing the A+ exams in about a month...and then do the MCSE exams in the summer...I'm wondering if I should just skip the A+ and do MCSE

I'm more interested in PC repair than networking...but at the same time...i think there is more money in networking...

Any suggestions?

[Greatis]

hmmmm Networking and computer repairs go hand in hand. Let's say you're a Network Engineer you are expected to troubleshoot pc's and repair them. So A+ is a must for me. Companies even ask for that so my opinion is do the A+ then do the MCSE.

[zandex]

A+ is an entry level certification and MCSE is an advanced networking (software) certification. If you are just starting out and have the time and effort then you should start at the bottom of the lT ladder.

I would recommend that if you have no knowledge and have the clear interest in hardware and networking then you should start with A+, then move on to Network+. Once you complete these two IT certification,then you can look ahead for the MCSE programme.

If you are planning to head to college, then UTECH might be a good choice, since they recently announced a programme that contain A+, N+ and MCSE.

[Tr@ce]

If you are planning to head to college, then UTECH might be a good choice, since they recently announced a programme that contain A+, N+ and MCSE.Oh Zeen. What's the name of that programme?

[zandex]

Checkout information from an earlier posting on this site. http://www.techjamaica.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6894&highlight=UTECH

[digital da vinci]

A+ is an entry level certification and MCSE is an advanced networking (software) certification. If you are just starting out and have the time and effort then you should start at the bottom of the lT ladder.

I would recommend that if you have no knowledge and have the clear interest in hardware and networking then you should start with A+, then move on to Network+. Once you complete these two IT certification,then you can look ahead for the MCSE programme.

If you are planning to head to college, then UTECH might be a good choice, since they recently announced a programme that contain A+, N+ and MCSE.

Ok...

I have knowledge in PC repair and have been doin this 4 a couple years now...
Why I asked the question is that I am a 2nd year student at UWI doing a non-IT degree...however, I want to be IT certified, since that is where I have work experience...I heard that A+ was expensive...thatz why I was wonderin if i could skip it

[megiddo]

if you have experience, then go ahead to mcse. however if you dont have the experience on ur resume, ie done a job in pc repair on your resume, you need to do A+. it makes your employers feel more confident in you

[zandex]

Clearly all the various IT certifications support each other. For example, if you have both A+ and Network+, then Microsoft will exempt you from one of their elective on becoming MCSA or MCSE.

If you plan on going for the CCNA, then having Network+ is an advantage for you. You will have to make a decision on the direction you want to take as it relates to your IT cetifications.

Ask yourself a question, I am going into to the hardward or software field of IT? Once you have the answer to this question, then you can map a clear path for success.

The cost for A+ is around $18,000 JA for the both exams (software and hardware). I think its an investment for future development and opportunities.

MCSA requires you passing 4 exams, and MCSE you will need 7 exams. There are also specialist programmes for the MCSE, Security and Messaging.

[duster]

I'm thinkin about doing the A+ exams in about a month...and then do the MCSE exams in the summer...I'm wondering if I should just skip the A+ and do MCSE

I'm more interested in PC repair than networking...but at the same time...i think there is more money in networking...

Any suggestions?


Take baby steps first. A+ then MCSE!

[aic699]

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+ A+ u contact me at my email aic699@gmail.com

[zandex]

Hello .
If u really Want to pass easily MCSE 2003
+ A+ u contact me at my email aic699@gmail.com
As an instructor I do not think one should encourage others to use cheatsheet to gain certification or a degree. Clearly I believe you should attend the training sessions, or build your own lab at home and study at your pace. Once you feel a high level of confidence, then you should switch gear and start looking at those practise questions from approved Testing vendors like Selftestsoftware.com.

I guarantee that once you follow these steps you will feel better within yourself.