A+ consists of two exams and areas of study, and you need to achieve certification in both to be considered A+ competent. As well as learning about building and fixing computers, trainees on an A+ training course will be taught how to work in antistatic conditions, as well as diagnostics, fault-finding and remote access. Should you want to work towards being responsible for networks of computers, add the very comprehensive Network+ to your training package. This qualification will enable you to get a higher paid position. You may also want to consider the Microsoft networking qualifications (MCP, MCSA and MCSE).

It's essential to have the very latest Microsoft (or any other key organisation's) authorised exam preparation and simulation materials. Don't fall foul of depending on unofficial exam preparation systems. The way they're phrased can be completely unlike authorised versions - and sometimes this can be a real headache when it comes to taking the real exam. Simulated exams are invaluable for confidence building - so when it comes to taking the real thing, you won't be worried.

Several companies have a handy Job Placement Assistance program, designed to steer you into your first job. It can happen though that people are too impressed with this facility, because it's really not that difficult for a well trained and motivated person to secure work in IT - as employers are keen to find appropriately trained staff.

Bring your CV up to date as soon as possible however (advice and support for this should come from your course provider). Don't put it off till you've finished your exams. Quite frequently, you will be offered your first role whilst still on the course (sometimes when you've only just got going). If your course details aren't on your CV - or it's not getting in front of interviewers, then you're not even going to be known about! Actually, an independent and specialised local employment agency (who will get paid by the employer when they've placed you) is going to give you a better service than a recruitment division from a training organisation. In addition, they will no doubt know the local industry and employment needs.

Please be sure that you don't put hundreds of hours of effort into your studies, just to give up and leave it up to everyone else to secure your first position. Stand up for yourself and make your own enquiries. Channel as much focus into landing a good job as you did to get trained.

Potential Students hoping to build an Information Technology career often don't know what route to consider, or what market to get qualified in. What is our likelihood of grasping what is involved in a particular job when we haven't done that before? We normally haven't met someone who does that actual job anyway. Usually, the way to come at this dilemma appropriately lies in a full conversation around several areas:

* The type of personality you have plus what interests you - what work-centred jobs you enjoy or dislike.

* For what reasons you're getting involved with computing - it could be you're looking to overcome some personal goal such as being self-employed for example.

* Your earning requirements that are important to you?

* Getting to grips with what the normal work areas and sectors are - plus how they're different to each other.

* How much time you're prepared to spend on getting qualified.

For the average person, considering so much data tends to require the help of someone who has direct industry experience. And we're not only talking about the qualifications - but also the commercial requirements also.

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