Expect to allow close to a hundred to one hundred and fifty hrs studying time for the 'A+' exams, and for the Network+ around seventy-five to a hundred hours. Using the right multimedia training that is backed up by authorised exam practice software, both qualifications could be accomplished inside half a year for the individual who's studying around employment.

Any of the career roles that follow will be possible for the candidate with a CompTIA A+ qualification: P.C. Technician, I.T. Administrator, Field Service Technician, Remote Support Technician, Call Centre & Depot Technician and Help Desk Technician. Employment prospects open up to include Network Administrators, Technicians and Installers when you pass the CompTIA 'Network+' as well.

Traditional teaching in classrooms, using textbooks and whiteboards, can be pretty hard going sometimes. If all this is ringing some familiar bells, check out study materials which feature interactive and multimedia modules. Research into the way we learn shows that we remember much more when we involve as many senses as possible, and we take action to use what we've learned.

Fully interactive motion videos with demonstrations and practice sessions beat books hands-down. And you'll actually enjoy doing them. It's wise to view a small selection of training examples before you hand over your cheque. You should expect instructor-led video demonstrations and interactive audio-visual sections with practice modules.

Choose disc based courseware (On CD or DVD) where possible. You're then protected from internet connection failure and issues with signal quality.

It can be a nerve-racking task, but securing your first job is often eased by training colleges, through a Job Placement Assistance facility. But don't place too much emphasis on it - it's quite easy for their marketing department to make too much of it. In reality, the need for well trained IT people in Britain is what will enable you to get a job.

Update your CV at the beginning of your training though (advice and support for this should come from your course provider). Don't delay until you've qualified. Having the possibility of an interview is far better than not even being known about. A decent number of junior support jobs are bagged by people (who've only just left first base.) Generally, a specialist independent regional employment service (who will get paid by the employer when they've placed you) will perform better than any centralised training company's service. It also stands to reason that they'll know the local area and commercial needs.

A common aggravation for various course providers is how hard men and women are prepared to study to get top marks in their exams, but how un-prepared that student is to get the position they have acquired skills for. Don't give up when the best is yet to come.

With regards to Network+ , the old 'N10-003' has now been updated by the 'N10-004', the 2009 version. A greater emphasis is placed on security in the 2009 Network+ examination, as well as network design & wireless networking. This of course is in addition to the key aspects of network management and infrastructure.

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