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June 22, 2012 8:45:02 PM

Hello guys, sorry for the completely random post - and sorry if it's in the wrong area, but I know Tom's Hardware and the awesome people on the forum so I figured I would come here for a discussion/some advice. I have just finished Year 11 and it is now time to decide what to do next, as I am enthusiastic about PCs and wish to go down the career line of PC repair/fixing I need advice on what to do and where to go. I will be walking out with a variety of qualifications including:
GCSE in Maths, English Language, English Literature, History, Ethics, Geography and BTEC Level 2's in Media Studies, ICT and ICT Extended and Science. What would be an appropriate path to take to get into the industry, I have considered two options, these are as follows:

- An apprenticeship with Zenos to get me a CompTIA A+ certifiation and a MCTS.
- Sixth Form, studying Media, ICT and Business Studies to level 3.

Thanks, and sorry once again if it's in the wrong area but hey, could be useful information out there.

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June 23, 2012 12:29:10 AM

Hi :) 

I own Computer shops and a Laptop repair company in the UK...

Sixth form then University....

Jobs are REALLY hard to find without a Degree....

All the best Brett :) 
June 23, 2012 10:54:57 PM

Sorry for the late reply, but thanks. Would certifications such as CompTIA A+ and MCTS not be worthy of getting then? Or is my best bet still sixth form then University?
June 23, 2012 11:37:03 PM

Hi :) 

Forget those other qualifications...I get people every week asking for jobs with those....

UNIVERSITY !!!!!

All the best Brett :) 
!