The CompTIA A+ training program covers two modules of training; you're thought of as A+ competent when you've achieved certifications for both subjects. As well as learning about the ins and outs of building and maintaining computers, trainees of A+ will be shown how to work in antistatic conditions, as well as diagnostics, fault-finding and remote access. You might also choose to consider adding the CompTIA Network+ training as you can then also become a networking engineer, which means greater employment benefits.

Ensure all your accreditations are current and what employers are looking for - forget programs which lead to some in-house certificate (which is as useless as if you'd printed it yourself). All the major commercial players like Microsoft, CompTIA, Adobe or Cisco each have widely approved proficiency programs. Major-league companies like these will give some sparkle to your CV.

Exam 'guarantees' are sometimes offered as part of a training package - this always means exams have to be paid for upfront, when you pay for the rest of your course. However, prior to embracing this so-called guarantee, think about this:

You'll pay for it ultimately. One thing's for sure - it isn't free - it's simply been shoe-horned into the price as a whole. If you want to get a first time pass, then the most successful route is to pay for each exam as you go, give it the necessary attention and apply yourself as required.

Do your exams as locally as possible and look for the very best offer you can at the time. Is there a good reason to pay interest on a bigger loan than is necessary because you've paid early for examinations when you don't need to? Huge profits are secured by training companies charging upfront for all their exams - and banking on the fact that many won't be taken. It's worth noting, with the majority of Exam Guarantees - you are not in control of when you are allowed to do a re-take. Subsequent exam attempts are only authorised at the company's say so.

The cost of exams was about 112 pounds in the last 12 months when taken at local VUE or Pro-metric centres throughout the country. So what's the point of paying maybe a thousand pounds extra to have 'Exam Guarantees', when common sense dictates that the most successful method is consistent and systematic learning, coupled with quality exam simulation software.

You should look for an authorised exam preparation system included in your course. Some students can find themselves confused by going through practice questions that are not from official boards. Often, the terminology in the real exams can be completely unlike un-authorised versions and you should be prepared for this. Always have some simulated exam questions so you'll be able to check your comprehension along the way. Mock exams log the information in your brain - then you're much more at ease with the real thing.

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