There are actually 2 different sectors in the A+ syllabus, of which you need to pass both for your A+ qualification. Once you start your A+ training program you'll be taught how to work in antistatic conditions and build and fix computers. You'll also cover fault finding and diagnostics, through both hands-on and remote access. Should you be thinking of taking care of computer networks, you should add CompTIA Network+ to your A+ course. Taking this course as well will enable you to get a higher paid position. Also look at the networking qualifications from Microsoft, i.e. MCP, MCSA MCSE.

A lot of men and women presume that the traditional school, college or university system is still the best way into IT. Why then are commercial certificates beginning to overtake it? Industry now recognises that to learn the appropriate commercial skills, certified accreditation from the likes of Microsoft, CISCO, Adobe and CompTIA most often has much more specialised relevance - at a far reduced cost both money and time wise. Vendor training works by focusing on the particular skills that are needed (alongside a proportionate degree of background knowledge,) as opposed to trawling through all the background non-specific minutiae that degrees in computing can often find themselves doing - to fill a three or four year course.

It's a bit like the TV advert: 'It does what it says on the tin'. Employers simply need to know what areas need to be serviced, and then request applicants with the correct exam numbers. Then they know that anyone who applies can do the necessary work.

Authorised exam preparation packages are vital - and really must be obtained from your training company. Often students can get confused by trying to prepare themselves with questions that don't come from the authorised examining boards. Sometimes, the phraseology is startlingly different and it's important to prepare yourself for this. You should make sure you check your depth of understanding through quizzes and practice exams to get you ready for the proper exam.

Many training companies will only offer support available from 9-6 (office hours) and sometimes later on specific days; It's rare to find someone who offers late evening or full weekend cover. Never purchase study programmes that only provide support to trainees with a call-centre messaging service outside of normal office hours. Colleges will give you every excuse in the book why you don't need this. Essentially - support is required when it's required - not as-and-when it's suitable for their staff.

Top training companies use multiple support centres around the globe in several time-zones. An online system provides an interactive interface to link them all seamlessly, no matter what time you login, there is always help at hand, with no hassle or contact issues. Never make do with a lower level of service. Direct-access 24x7 support is the only way to go when it comes to IT training. It's possible you don't intend to study late evenings; but for the majority of us however, we're at work when traditional support if offered.

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