In these days of super efficiency, support workers who can fix networks and PC's, and give ongoing advice to users, are essential in all areas of the business environment. As we get to grips with the daunting complexities of technology, growing numbers of trained staff are being sought to run the smooth operation of functions we rely on.
It's likely that you're a practical sort of person - a 'hands-on' individual. Usually, the trial of reading reference books and manuals is something you'll make yourself do if you have to, but you really wouldn't enjoy it. You should use video and multimedia based materials if you'd really rather not use books.
If we can get all of our senses involved in our learning, then we normally see dramatically better results.
Locate a program where you'll receive a selection of CD and DVD based materials - you'll learn by watching video tutorials and demonstrations, with the facility to hone your abilities through virtual lab's.
It would be silly not to view some of the typical study materials provided before you sign on the dotted line. You should expect videoed instructor demonstrations and interactive modules with audio-visual elements.
Avoiding training that is delivered purely online is generally a good idea. Ideally, you should opt for CD and DVD ROM courseware where obtainable, enabling them to be used at your convenience - it's not wise to be held hostage to your internet connection always being 'up' and available.
The way a programme is physically sent to you isn't always given the appropriate level of importance. How many stages do they break the program into? What is the specific order and at what speed is it delivered?
Often, you'll enrol on a course requiring 1-3 years study and receive one element at a time until graduation. This may seem sensible until you think about these factors:
What if there are reasons why you can't finish each and every exam? Maybe the prescribed order won't suit you? Due to no fault of yours, you might take a little longer and not get all the study materials as a result.
The ideal circumstances are to get all the training materials sent to you right at the start; the entire thing! This prevents any future issues from rising that will affect your progress.
Most of us would love to think that our jobs will remain secure and our work futures are protected, but the growing reality for the majority of jobs around the UK today seems to be that the marketplace is far from secure.
Whereas a sector experiencing fast growth, where there just aren't enough staff to go round (due to a big shortfall of properly qualified staff), opens the possibility of proper job security.
The Information Technology (IT) skills shortfall around the UK falls in at approx twenty six percent, according to the latest e-Skills analysis. To put it another way, this shows that Great Britain can only find 3 trained people for every 4 jobs that are available now.
This one idea alone highlights why the UK is in need of many more people to join the industry.
No better time or market circumstances could exist for gaining qualification for this hugely expanding and blossoming business.
Many people question why traditional degrees are being overtaken by more commercial certificates?
Corporate based study (as it's known in the industry) is far more specialised and product-specific. Industry is aware that this level of specialised understanding is what's needed to service the demands of a technically advancing marketplace. Microsoft, CISCO, Adobe and CompTIA are the dominant players.
The training is effectively done by concentrating on the skill-sets required (together with a proportionate degree of background knowledge,) instead of spending months and years on the background non-specific minutiae that computer Science Degrees can often find themselves doing (because the syllabus is so wide).
It's a bit like the TV advert: 'It does what it says on the label'. Employers simply need to know what areas need to be serviced, and then request applicants with the correct exam numbers. That way they can be sure they're interviewing applicants who can do the job. - 33376
It's likely that you're a practical sort of person - a 'hands-on' individual. Usually, the trial of reading reference books and manuals is something you'll make yourself do if you have to, but you really wouldn't enjoy it. You should use video and multimedia based materials if you'd really rather not use books.
If we can get all of our senses involved in our learning, then we normally see dramatically better results.
Locate a program where you'll receive a selection of CD and DVD based materials - you'll learn by watching video tutorials and demonstrations, with the facility to hone your abilities through virtual lab's.
It would be silly not to view some of the typical study materials provided before you sign on the dotted line. You should expect videoed instructor demonstrations and interactive modules with audio-visual elements.
Avoiding training that is delivered purely online is generally a good idea. Ideally, you should opt for CD and DVD ROM courseware where obtainable, enabling them to be used at your convenience - it's not wise to be held hostage to your internet connection always being 'up' and available.
The way a programme is physically sent to you isn't always given the appropriate level of importance. How many stages do they break the program into? What is the specific order and at what speed is it delivered?
Often, you'll enrol on a course requiring 1-3 years study and receive one element at a time until graduation. This may seem sensible until you think about these factors:
What if there are reasons why you can't finish each and every exam? Maybe the prescribed order won't suit you? Due to no fault of yours, you might take a little longer and not get all the study materials as a result.
The ideal circumstances are to get all the training materials sent to you right at the start; the entire thing! This prevents any future issues from rising that will affect your progress.
Most of us would love to think that our jobs will remain secure and our work futures are protected, but the growing reality for the majority of jobs around the UK today seems to be that the marketplace is far from secure.
Whereas a sector experiencing fast growth, where there just aren't enough staff to go round (due to a big shortfall of properly qualified staff), opens the possibility of proper job security.
The Information Technology (IT) skills shortfall around the UK falls in at approx twenty six percent, according to the latest e-Skills analysis. To put it another way, this shows that Great Britain can only find 3 trained people for every 4 jobs that are available now.
This one idea alone highlights why the UK is in need of many more people to join the industry.
No better time or market circumstances could exist for gaining qualification for this hugely expanding and blossoming business.
Many people question why traditional degrees are being overtaken by more commercial certificates?
Corporate based study (as it's known in the industry) is far more specialised and product-specific. Industry is aware that this level of specialised understanding is what's needed to service the demands of a technically advancing marketplace. Microsoft, CISCO, Adobe and CompTIA are the dominant players.
The training is effectively done by concentrating on the skill-sets required (together with a proportionate degree of background knowledge,) instead of spending months and years on the background non-specific minutiae that computer Science Degrees can often find themselves doing (because the syllabus is so wide).
It's a bit like the TV advert: 'It does what it says on the label'. Employers simply need to know what areas need to be serviced, and then request applicants with the correct exam numbers. That way they can be sure they're interviewing applicants who can do the job. - 33376
