Re: Help...Where should I start?

Man that was a pretty quick reply....Thanks

I was thinking the samething with respect to A+ but most of the jobs I am
looking at want MCxx in some form or another.

Regards,
Doug
"m0rk" <m0rk@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Seem to be in a similar situation
>
> A+ presents a good overall basing, to launch from. It's a really good
starting
> point; bringing together your knowledge on HW/SW and getting you into the
> certification mode, without too much hassle. - but [in my experience]
doesn't
> hold too much value in the employers eyes. Although you appear to have a
good
> deal more experience than myself.
>
> Next the MCP route is a good way to go. 2000 or 2003? personally, I'm
going for
> the 2000, then an upgrade. I'm sure there's plenty life in the old dog
yet.
>
> m0rk
> I know enough to be dangerous
>
>
> "Doug" <none@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> | Ok here is the deal. I am currently employed as a systems admin but
looking
> | for a better job. I have a Novell CNA but want to get some Microsoft
Certs
> | to make myself more marketable. I have been around computers since
before
> | they had HDDs so I know enough to be dangerous but not enough to be
> | certified. What is the easiest test to get an MCP. (I'm looking to add
> | something to my resume) What certification track pays the most?? I have
> | experience developing small apps in VB and MS Access. I also have
plenty
> | of hardware and software experience. Again enough to be dangerous but
not
> | to certify. I am also open to other certifications IE Network+ , A+,
> | Security+, Etc...
> |
> | Any suggestions on a track and or study aids are greatly appreciated.
> |
> | Regards,
> | Doug
> |
> |
>


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