Re: DBA Howto ?

I can only speak for myself...I have an Associates degree in Psychology and was searching for a way to make money. I signed up for the Oracle DBA Master's program through Oracle's Education.(1-800-633-0575). It took under 5 weeks to complete and near $8,000 dollars. I found a job within one month of completing the DBA track (wich my salary paid for the classes within 4 months). two years, I'm making good money and plan on making more in about 3 months. It's a challenging job, but I enjoy the hard work and the on going learning. Good Luck, Satar Naghshineh

In article <360DF29A.DC23772B_at_efn.org>,   MLG <mgoelz_at_efn.org> wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> For the past three years I have spent 25 to 40 hr. per week writing and
> running PL/SQL queries (via SQL*Plus) on an Oracle database for the
> purposes of analyzing medicaid/medicare claims for a behavioral health
> HMO. Although I am self taught I believe I have developed some
> proficiency in the language. I have also spent a considerable amount of
> time studying relational databases and gaining practical experience by
> setting up different systems on my home computer (Sybase, MS SQL Server,
>
> Access, Personal Oracle) and writing small front ends (VB 5,VC++ 5) for
> these systems.
>
> My question is how do I transition from this level to one where I could
> credibly function as a Jr. DBA. I have read a number of books on Oracle,
>
> PL/SQL, RDBMSs etc. and I am willing to pursue Oracle certification if
> this is a reasonable route. I would also consider pursuing another
> degree (already have a BS in Psych with a number of CS credits) but I am
>
> working more than full time as it is and I don't want to take the time
> to acquire yet another degree unless I have no other choice. I don't
> mind working hard, I just don't want to go down a blind alley. Any
> advice or comments would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your
> time.
>
> Mark
>
>

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Satar Naghshineh
Oracle DBA/ UNIX System Admin
Advanced Enterprise Solutions
(949) 756-0588
Oracle,

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