CompTIA certifications

[nick34]

Hi,

I'm planning to start working on some CompTIA and LPI certifications. I know I want to get my A+ for sure. I also think Network+ could be valuable. CompTIA also offers other certs like Security+ and Server+ and I was wondering if anyone had some insight as to the value that these certifications would provide. I don't have a college degree so I figured having 3 or 4 CompTIA certs plus the LPI certs I will eventually get would look good on a resume.

So, does anyone have experience with the CompTIA certifications and if so can you share what you know about them and which ones you find most valuable.

Thanks!

[CharlesA]

I think the A+ and Net+ certs are a given for any IT person. One of my coworkers was going to see about taking the Security+ exam, but I don't know if he actually finished it or not.

With that being said, there are people who think certs are just HR fodder, and that a degree is more important. But in the end, if it gets you in the door, it was worth it.

[nick34]

Thanks for the reply.

I've heard mixed opinions about certs and degrees alike. I figured I would get my certs first and see if that gets me in the door and if I find I need a degree I will go from there. Plus I'll have those certs on top of a degree if I do get one.

I think I would be able to get a 2 year degree fairly easily if I needed, but a 4 year would be more difficult just transportation and cost-wise. I'm wondering how a 2 year and 4 year degree compare?