Always expect the most up to date Microsoft (or relevant organisation's) accredited exam simulation and preparation packages. Steer clear of depending on non-official preparation materials for exams. Their phraseology can be quite different - and this could lead to potential problems when it comes to taking the real exam. Be sure to ask for testing modules so you can check your comprehension at all times. Simulated or practice exams prepare you properly - then you won't be quite so nervous at the actual exam.

The somewhat scary thought of finding your first job can be made easier by training colleges, through a Job Placement Assistance programme. At the end of the day it isn't a complex operation to get the right work - assuming you're well trained and qualified; because there's still a great need for IT skills in the UK today.

CV and Interview advice and support may be available (if it isn't, consult one of our sites). Be sure to you polish up your CV today - don't wait until you've finished your exams! Many junior support jobs are offered to trainees who're still on their course and haven't got any qualifications yet. At least this will get you on your way. Generally, a specialist locally based recruitment consultant or service (who will, of course, be keen to place you to receive their commission) should get better results than any sector of a centralised training facility. They should, of course, also be familiar with the local area and commercial needs.

A common frustration of various training companies is how hard students are prepared to work to get qualified, but how un-prepared they are to work on getting the job they're trained for. Don't give up when the best is yet to come.

All programs you're considering has to build towards a properly recognised exam as an end-goal - definitely not some 'in-house' diploma - fit only for filing away and forgetting. Unless the accreditation comes from a conglomerate such as Microsoft, CompTIA, Adobe or Cisco, then it's likely it will be commercially useless - as it'll be an unknown commodity.

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