The Cisco training is fundamentally for those who wish to work with routers. Routers connect computer networks via dedicated lines or the internet. We'd recommend that your first course should be the CCNA. Steer clear of going immediately onto your CCNP because it is very complex - and you really need experience to take on this level.
It's vital that you already know a good deal about how computer networks operate and function, because computer networks are joined to routers. If not, the chances are you'll fall behind. Better to look for a course covering the basics in networking (maybe the CompTIA Network+, possibly with A+ as well) and then do a CCNA course. Look for a training provider that can offer this as a career package.
Should this be your first introduction to routers, then working up to and including the CCNA is definitely sufficient - at this stage avoid being tempted to do the CCNP. With a few years experience behind you, you can decide if it's appropriate for you to go to the level of CCNP.
The area most overlooked by people considering a training program is the concept of 'training segmentation'. Essentially, this is the method used to break up the program for delivery to you, which can make a dramatic difference to where you end up.
Students often think it makes sense (with most training taking 1-3 years to gain full certified status,) that a training provider will issue a single section at a time, as you pass each element. However:
What if you don't finish every exam? And what if you find the order of the modules counter-intuitive? Through no fault of your own, you may go a little slower and not receive all the modules you've paid for.
An ideal situation would be to have all your study materials sent to your home before you even start; the entire package! Then, nothing can hinder your progress.
Exam 'guarantees' are sometimes offered as part of a training package - they always involve paying for the exam fees up-front, before you've even made a start on the course. Before you jump at this so-called guarantee, look at the following:
Certainly it isn't free - you're still coughing up for it - it's just been wrapped up in the price of the package.
It's well known in the industry that when trainees fund each progressive exam, at the time of taking them, the chances are they're going to pass first time - since they are conscious of the cost and will therefore apply themselves appropriately.
Shouldn't you be looking to not pay up-front, but when you're ready, instead of paying a premium to the training college, and to do it locally - instead of the remote centre that's convenient only to the trainer?
Buying a course that includes payments for exams (and interest charges if you're borrowing money) is a false economy. Resist being talked into filling the training company's account with your hard-earned cash just to give them a good cash-flow! A lot bank on the fact that you will never make it to exams - so they get to keep the extra funds.
In addition to this, you should consider what an 'exam guarantee' really means. Many training companies won't pay for re-takes until you can prove to them you're ready to pass.
Spending hundreds or even thousands extra on 'Exam Guarantees' is foolish - when hard work, commitment and the right preparation via exam simulations is what will get you through.
Make sure that all your accreditations are current and commercially required - forget courses which end up with a useless in-house certificate or plaque.
The top IT companies such as Microsoft, Adobe, CompTIA or Cisco have widely recognised skills programmes. Huge conglomerates such as these can make sure you stand out at interview.
Being at the forefront of revolutionary new technology really is electrifying. You personally play your part in impacting progress around the world.
Computer technology and connections via the internet will spectacularly affect the direction of our lives over future years; overwhelmingly so.
The regular IT technician in the UK has been shown to earn a lot more than fellow workers in other market sectors. Mean average salaries are amongst the highest in the country.
Due to the technological sector increasing nationally and internationally, one can predict that the requirement for professionally qualified and skilled IT workers will remain buoyant for quite some time to come.
It's vital that you already know a good deal about how computer networks operate and function, because computer networks are joined to routers. If not, the chances are you'll fall behind. Better to look for a course covering the basics in networking (maybe the CompTIA Network+, possibly with A+ as well) and then do a CCNA course. Look for a training provider that can offer this as a career package.
Should this be your first introduction to routers, then working up to and including the CCNA is definitely sufficient - at this stage avoid being tempted to do the CCNP. With a few years experience behind you, you can decide if it's appropriate for you to go to the level of CCNP.
The area most overlooked by people considering a training program is the concept of 'training segmentation'. Essentially, this is the method used to break up the program for delivery to you, which can make a dramatic difference to where you end up.
Students often think it makes sense (with most training taking 1-3 years to gain full certified status,) that a training provider will issue a single section at a time, as you pass each element. However:
What if you don't finish every exam? And what if you find the order of the modules counter-intuitive? Through no fault of your own, you may go a little slower and not receive all the modules you've paid for.
An ideal situation would be to have all your study materials sent to your home before you even start; the entire package! Then, nothing can hinder your progress.
Exam 'guarantees' are sometimes offered as part of a training package - they always involve paying for the exam fees up-front, before you've even made a start on the course. Before you jump at this so-called guarantee, look at the following:
Certainly it isn't free - you're still coughing up for it - it's just been wrapped up in the price of the package.
It's well known in the industry that when trainees fund each progressive exam, at the time of taking them, the chances are they're going to pass first time - since they are conscious of the cost and will therefore apply themselves appropriately.
Shouldn't you be looking to not pay up-front, but when you're ready, instead of paying a premium to the training college, and to do it locally - instead of the remote centre that's convenient only to the trainer?
Buying a course that includes payments for exams (and interest charges if you're borrowing money) is a false economy. Resist being talked into filling the training company's account with your hard-earned cash just to give them a good cash-flow! A lot bank on the fact that you will never make it to exams - so they get to keep the extra funds.
In addition to this, you should consider what an 'exam guarantee' really means. Many training companies won't pay for re-takes until you can prove to them you're ready to pass.
Spending hundreds or even thousands extra on 'Exam Guarantees' is foolish - when hard work, commitment and the right preparation via exam simulations is what will get you through.
Make sure that all your accreditations are current and commercially required - forget courses which end up with a useless in-house certificate or plaque.
The top IT companies such as Microsoft, Adobe, CompTIA or Cisco have widely recognised skills programmes. Huge conglomerates such as these can make sure you stand out at interview.
Being at the forefront of revolutionary new technology really is electrifying. You personally play your part in impacting progress around the world.
Computer technology and connections via the internet will spectacularly affect the direction of our lives over future years; overwhelmingly so.
The regular IT technician in the UK has been shown to earn a lot more than fellow workers in other market sectors. Mean average salaries are amongst the highest in the country.
Due to the technological sector increasing nationally and internationally, one can predict that the requirement for professionally qualified and skilled IT workers will remain buoyant for quite some time to come.
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