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Old 22-10-2007, 10:47 PM
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Hi,

I want to get into computer building repairing etc as a career and want to do a course so I learn more. So maybe I could work in a computer repair shop or something.

http://www.bteccomputerengineering.c...FRRmEAodIHLXrw

Anyone heard of this? Is it good or bad? Worth doing?

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I'd sugest starting at CompTIA A+ and going from there.

http://certification.comptia.org/a/
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Thanks mate ill look into it.

Out of interest where did you learn?

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100% self taught mate, messed around with PCs from an early age, then bagged a trainee job but to date never had a training course and have no certifications.
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Old 24-10-2007, 05:35 PM
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Im a bit lost when I look at that site. What course would I want? and is it a home study one or one where you go somewhere to learn?

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Old 24-10-2007, 06:13 PM
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The course is - CompTIA A+

It is an industry recognised certification.

Then do something like a Cisco course if you want to be a network admin for example.

That website is the organisation, bit like the DVLA are for drivers.

You can apply to them for the test or go to 1000s of independent company's whom will teach you and then book your test when you are ready.

Basically you can either go direct, teach yourself and save money or go through a middleman, but it is more expensive.

Either way be prepared as PC certifications are not exactly cheap.
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Ok i will look into it. Thanks for your help.

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Just to update you. I have enrolled at London College for the compTIA A+ and start on wednesday :D thanks for your help Dave. Fingers crossed I pass.


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