The MCSA course is a recognised route for men and women looking to get into network support. So if you want to get going or have previous knowledge bu...
The MCSA course is a recognised route for men and women looking to get into network support. So if you want to get going or have previous knowledge but want a professional course with a good qualification,
the right training exists for you. If you're thinking of moving into the world of computers for the first time, you will possibly have to improve your skill-set prior to doing all four MCP's (Microsoft Certified Professional exams) needed to pass the MCSA. Identify a training company that's able to tailor your studying to fit your requirements - try to discuss this with an advisor to analyse your best course of action.
You have to be sure that all your qualifications are what employers want - don't even consider courses that only give in-house certificates. From an employer's perspective, only the top companies like Microsoft, Adobe, Cisco or CompTIA (for example) will make the right impression. Anything less just doesn't cut the mustard.
One useful service offered by some training providers is a programme of Job Placement assistance. It's intention is to help you find your first job in the industry. But don't place too much emphasis on it - it isn't unusual for their marketing department to overstate it's need. The fact of the matter is, the need for well trained IT people in Britain is why employers will be interested in you.
CV and Interview advice and support might be provided (if it isn't, consult one of our sites). Be sure to you work on your old CV immediately - don't wait until you've finished your exams! Many junior support roles have been bagged by students who are in the process of training and haven't got any qualifications yet. This will at least get you on your way. The most efficient companies to help you land that job are normally specialist locally based employment services. Because they get paid commission to place you, they'll work that much harder to get a result.
A regular grievance for some training course providers is how much people are prepared to work to get qualified, but how ill-prepared they are to market themselves for the position they've trained for. Don't falter at the last fence.
You'll come across courses which guarantee examination passes - this always means you have to pay for the exams at the very beginning of your studies. However, prior to embracing the chance of a guarantee, look at the following:
You'll be charged for it ultimately. You can be assured it's not a freebie - it's just been rolled into the price of the whole package. It's well known in the industry that if students pay for their own exams, when they're ready to take them and not before, they'll be in a better position to get through on the first attempt - as they'll be conscious of what they've paid and so will prepare more thoroughly.
Why pay the training company early for exam fees? Hold on to your money and pay for the exam when you take the exam, rather than pay marked up fees - and sit exams more locally - not at somewhere of their bidding. Many questionable training course providers net huge profits because they're getting in the money for examinations upfront then banking on the fact that many won't be taken. Re-takes of any failed exams via organisations with an 'Exam Guarantee' are monitored with tight restrictions. You will be required to do mock exams till you've proven conclusively that you can pass.
Exams taken at local centres are currently clocking in at an average of 112 pounds in this country. Why spend so much more on charges for 'Exam Guarantees' (usually wrapped up in the course package price) - when the best course materials, the right level of support and study, commitment and preparing with good quality mock and practice exams is what will really guarantee success.
Kick out the typical salesman that pushes one particular program without an in-depth conversation to better understand your current abilities and experience level. They should be able to select from a generous range of products so they're able to solve your training issues. It's worth remembering, if in the past you've acquired any accreditation or direct-experience, then you may be able to begin at a different level to a student who's starting from scratch. For those students commencing IT study for the first time, it can be useful to ease in gradually, starting with some basic Microsoft package and Windows skills first. This is often offered with most accreditation programs.
