CCNA - What next?

Hi all
I'm expecting to complete my CCNA this summer, I was wondering what anyone's thoughts are on the possible options after this.

Would it be advisable to stick to Cisco certifications, or would it be an idea to widen my horizons by twinning my CCNA with
a Microsoft certification for example?

Would this increase your value to potential employers?

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mikej412

DrTech wrote: »

Would this increase your value to potential employers?

It may open up more opportunities for you if you're just trying to get your start in an IT Career.

Do you have any IT experience or a current job with a shot at moving into an IT position?

VinUnleaded

mikej412 wrote: »

It may open up more opportunities for you if you're just trying to get your start in an IT Career.

Do you have any IT experience or a current job with a shot at moving into an IT position?

After CCNA (also this summer), I wanna get MCTS. My goal is to break into the IT field.

lanrexng2

A+, N+, Sec+, Linux+, CCNA, Windows 7 & Exam 70-640 – Windows Server 2008 Active Directory and then CCNP (start it and give yourself a 1+ year goal). I think these would give you a head start.

Also reading books, articles and blogs on best practices, tips, troubleshooting.

I am kinda following these steps myself and my time to completion is about 2-3 years. Even then I would need to update my skills. That's what I love about IT you can NEVER stop learning bout technology

DrTech

mikej412 wrote: »

It may open up more opportunities for you if you're just trying to get your start in an IT Career.

Do you have any IT experience or a current job with a shot at moving into an IT position?

I am working in networking for about a year now, and prior to that have several years general service desk exp. Now at this crossroads, I'm kinda interested in developing more generalist IT knowledge rather than specifically networking. What I was thinking would this lead to more opportunities/make you more marketable or would it be best to stick to the Cisco route?

Thanks for your replies btw.

ConstantlyLearning

DrTech wrote: »

I am working in networking for about a year now, and prior to that have several years general service desk exp. Now at this crossroads, I'm kinda interested in developing more generalist IT knowledge rather than specifically networking. What I was thinking would this lead to more opportunities/make you more marketable or would it be best to stick to the Cisco route?

Thanks for your replies btw.

If networking is what interests you the most I would suggest moving straight onto the CCNP.

SteveO86

After your CCNA, I would push harder in the job market.

If Cisco is your thing I would say either CCNA: Security or CCNP. Probably more-so the CCNA: Security but that's just my opinion.