There are two specialist areas of training in a full CompTIA A+ program; you're seen as an A+ achiever when you've achieved certifications for both subjects. As well as being taught how to build and fix computers, trainees on an A+ training course will learn how to work in antistatic conditions, as well as diagnostics, fault-finding and remote access. You might also choose to consider adding Network+ training to your A+ as you'll then be in a position to take care of computer networks, and become a more senior IT professional.

A sneaky way that training providers make more money is via an 'exam inclusive' package and offering an exam guarantee. It looks impressive, but let's just examine it more closely:

You'll pay for it somehow. You can be assured it's not a freebie - they've simply charged more for the whole training package. For those who want to qualify first 'go', then the most successful route is to avoid exam guarantees and pay when entering exams, prioritise it appropriately and be ready for the task.

Do your exams as locally as possible and don't pay up-front, but seek out the best deal for you when you're ready. Huge profits are netted by a significant number of organisations who get money for exam fees in advance. For various reasons, many students don't take their exams but the company keeps the money. Astoundingly enough, there are providers who actually rely on students not sitting all the exams - and that's how they increase their profits. It's worth noting, with the majority of Exam Guarantees - you are not in control of when you can do your re-takes. Subsequent exam attempts are only authorised at the company's say so.

Exams taken at VUE and Prometric centres are currently clocking in at an average of 112 pounds in the United Kingdom today. Why spend so much more on charges for 'Exam Guarantees' (most often hidden in the package) - when good quality study materials, the proper support and exam preparation systems and a dose of commitment and effort are what's required.

A useful feature provided by many trainers is job placement assistance. The service is put in place to help you get your first commercial position. It can happen though that people are too impressed with this facility, for it's relatively easy for well qualified and focused men and women to secure a job in the IT industry - because there's a great need for well trained people.

Having said that, it's important to have CV and Interview advice and support though; additionally, we would recommend everybody to bring their CV up to date as soon as they start a course - don't put it off until you've qualified. Quite often, you will get your initial job while still studying (even in the early stages). If your course details aren't on your CV (and it hasn't been posted on jobsites) then you won't even be considered! If you'd like to get employment in your home town, then you may well find that a specialist independent regional recruitment consultant or service could be more appropriate than a national service, due to the fact that they're far more likely to be familiar with the jobs that are going locally.

A common grievance of many training providers is how hard men and women are prepared to study to become certified, but how ill-prepared they are to market themselves for the position they've acquired skills for. Have confidence - the IT industry needs YOU.

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