How to certified(A+)?

Dabull25

I am about to start my masters in cybersecurity in the fall. In the meantime I would like start to get some certifications to get a job in the IT field, starting with A+. What is the best way to get certified? Do I need to take a class or could I just buy a book and study then take the test? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Arod95

It all depends what makes you feel more comfortable. If there is a bunch of books of the subject, or specifically made for the certification then it could be cost efficient to teaching yourself by reading books, and messing around hands on with technology. Or if there is very little on the subject that is certification specific then a class could be necessary. Though there is no amount of knowledge that can replace experience. Yet self tech or in class tech it all depends on you, and the cert you are going to take. Some vendors require to have the proper training, and other recommend it but there are books that could help achieve the same thing for less. because real in depth classes cost from $2000 and up. But again whatever you feel more comfortable with is what you should do. Myself I do self study since I get to go at my own pace, but if it's something I don't feel like i could teach myself the right way I might eventually head to the online classes. Hope this helps.