Calling for help!

[hongman]

Hi all

Like many that have taken on the challenge of breaking into the IT world for a career, I would like to ask for some general opinions and help.

I have taken the first steps: Level 2 NVQ for IT Install & Support. I currently have 2 more months to go, then I will embark on Level 3.

Note: NVQ = National Vocational Qualification)

My main question is: What is the average wage for someone with these qualifications?

I understand that this is a difficult question to answer, but hear me out. Is there a website that can give 'average' wages for people with certain qualifications? There must be some statistics somewhere?!

By the end of Level 3 I will have:

2.5-3 yrs of work experience of working as a computer technician.
A+
N+
MCP (various MCSE & MCSA Modules)
Level 2 NVQ
Level 3 NVQ

Other rumours i would like answered are:

How much more appealing does having a full MSCE/MCSA qualification make me?

What other Qualifications are desireable?

Personal experiences, general opinions and wise words very mcuh appreciated!

Thanks

Hong

[hongman]

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[Steve R Jones]

Check out www.Monster.com . They are a great source for employment info.

[P3-450]

There are also salary checkers you can do

TotalJobs for example.

[hongman]

Thanks for the links, I'm checking them out now.

Any personal opinions?

[P3-450]

Depens on which area of IT support you enter.

Helpdesk/1st line support you are looking at around £12000-£14500

Field pc engineer, around £15000-£20000+

As always it depends on your experience.

Ive been seeing more and more employers that are wanting MCSE certified people. That with a few years experience would set you up at the £20K +.

These are basic figures that ive seen around, over a period of time.

[hongman]

Thanks P3.

£20k is where I am aiming at, obviously wont say no to more!!!!

[TJolly]

Originally posted by hongman
Thanks P3.

£20k is where I am aiming at, obviously wont say no to more!!!!

God that's cheap

[hongman]

God that's cheap

Maybe for seanoned pro's like yourself, but i'm still on the bottom rung!

[P3-450]

We all have to start some place.

[hongman]

Vicious loop here, in all areas of jobs.

Employers want experience to hire you, yet they wont hire you so you can get experience...

[TJolly]

Very true, just bide your time, it will come.

[P3-450]

Its not an easy task, but it can be done.

[hongman]

Yep, I have all the confidence in the world

Thanks, I think I know how much to expect now.

Hong

[P3-450]

Good Luck