Re: free IT training, expert opinions needed

It's a good a start as any. I feel that if you come out with an OCP after having no previous, then you would still have a big headache administering a database. In your down time though a certification would be a good foot in the door, so long as you target the junior positions (no disrespect). The other thing a company sees is "OCP, cool - I don't have to pay for the training."

When you see adverts in the paper - well in this part of the world anyways, you see "Wanted: Computer Boffin, must have OCP, MSCE, ABC". This says two things - either they are selling you on based on this or it is an H.R. department advertising who knows bugger all and is now floating out letters - Much like the heavyweight boxing division.

Bottom line - it will not hurt you to do this, but don't expect miracles after coming out with an OCP. I remember when the old Novell CNEs were just coming out. Man, you could write your own pay cheque!!! Having interviewed hundreds of people and putting each one through a practical test I have found that experience speaks for itself. Get yourself, 8i install it and tinker!

I class myself as an M.C.P. on my resume (A Magazine Certified Technician). People ask..... gets a laugh.

All the best for your future,
Kyle

"ken" <frennis_at_gdi.net> wrote in message news:82c8b41e.0203271349.1e593df6_at_posting.google.com...
> I have the opportunity for IT training paid for by the state of
> Florida due to a layoff in my previous job. I have a business degree
> (Marketing) that I have never really used. I've read negative opinions
> on the various training schools (I'm looking at TechSkills) but since
> it would cost me nothing (except my time), would it be a waste to go
> for an Oracle certification?
> My only IT background was a banking software tester, during which we
> would make minor database changes in the test environment.
>
> I have the option to take Oracle, Java programming, MCSE, pretty much
> anything these tech schools offer,as well as other career fields. What
> would you do in my position? I'm looking to get back into the job
> market as soon as possible.
>
> Any advice/opinions are welcome, thanks in advance.
Received on Thu Mar 28 2002 - 00:02:29 CST