A+ consists of two exams and sections to study, and you're expected to get your exams in each area to be thought of as qualified. A+ certification by itself will set you up to fix and maintain computers and Macs; ones that are most often not part of a network - this generally applies to home use and small companies. If you aspire to taking care of computer networks, you should add Network+ to your A+ course. This qualification will mean you can assist you greatly in the job market. Alternatively, you may prefer the route to networking via Microsoft, in the form of MCP's, MCSA or the full MCSE.

We need to make this very clear: You have to get round-the-clock 24x7 instructor support. Later, you'll kick yourself if you don't heed this. Try and find training with help available at any time of the day or night (even if it's early hours on Sunday morning!) You want direct access to tutors, and not access to a call-in service which takes messages - so you're parked in a queue of others waiting to be called back during office hours.

The very best training providers incorporate three or four individual support centres from around the world. They use an online interactive interface to provide a seamless experience, any time of the day or night, there is always help at hand, without any contact issues or hassle. Never compromise with the quality of your support. Most IT hopefuls who give up, would have had a different experience if they'd got the right support package in the first place.

It's usual for students to get confused with one area of their training which doesn't even occur to them: The method used to 'segment' the courseware before being sent out to you. Delivery by courier of each element stage by stage, as you pass each exam is the typical way that your program will arrive. This sounds sensible, but you must understand the following: What if there are reasons why you can't finish every exam? Maybe the prescribed order won't suit you? Due to no fault of yours, you may not meet the required timescales and not receive all the modules you've paid for.

To provide the maximum security and flexibility, it's normal for most trainees to make sure that every element of their training is couriered out in one package, all at the beginning. It's then up to you in which order and at what speed you want to go.

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