Just to forewarn some of you, If you are seriously considering beginning the development of an IT career know these important FACTS!
1.) Never consider under any circumstances enrolling in an Online curriculum, let me explain why... In such a Technical oriented field as information technology you cant expect to have the required skills for a sucessful career by just reading books! "Hands on Training" and "Instructor based environments" will be the only thing to prepare you and to help educate you correctly for a successful career beyond mediocrity in the IT industry! Do not argue with this FACT, those who have the logic and ambition to be successful will understand. Those who dont will pursue other alternatives and sadly will be incapable of grasping some vital concepts and fundamentals.
2.) Explore the many different outlets to feed your desire to be educated! Do not settle on the first school you visit or hear about on some sleazy infomercial. Speak 1 on 1 with the instructors and students. Then ask yourself does this program meet my desires and aspirations to help me ultimately achieve success in my career?
3.) Ask about special relationships the School has with other Colleges and organizations. It is important to get credit for classes that count towards a degree through a community college. Leadership Organizations are also very important, they not only give you discipline and Skills that you will use the rest of your life, but they also appeal to employers a great deal.
4.) Last and most important! Have a Plan with your professional Career and education as you go through the motions. Set goals for yourself and address your "Pro's and Con's" in the field that you either enjoy or dont.
5.) I'm going to leave you with a powerful conviction I have acquired through a great mentor!
"Never accept mediocrity as your disposition, always demand more of Yourself!"
