The primary Database solutions used all over the world are MS 'SQL' Server and 'Oracle'. A number of larger installations still use the more mature 'Oracle' system, but 'SQL' Server is now the most popular System in the majority of commercial environments, & where internet databases are concerned it rules the roost. MS has incorporated 'SQL' Server technology into the many MS platforms & programming languages - which makes it a natural preference over Oracle where Database training goes. Accreditations have now been brought up to date, and the MCDBA ('Microsoft Certified Database Administrator') has been replaced by the MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) & the 'MCTS' (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist). The MCITP DBA qualification comes with the MS SQL Server 2005 version, as itsstill the most common edition in industry. The later version SQL Server 08 continues to be in its early days. Just like various other MS certifications, several 'MCTS' modules come before the complete MCITP qualification.

Your training program should always include the current Microsoft (or Cisco, CompTIA etc.) accredited exam simulation and preparation packages. Because a lot of examination boards in IT are American, you must be prepared for the way exams are phrased. It's not sufficient just going through the right questions - it's essential that you can cope with them in the proper exam format. As you can imagine, it's very crucial to be confident that you are completely prepared for your final certified exam before embarking on it. Practicing mock-up tests helps build your confidence and will avoid you getting frustrated with unsuccessful attempts at exams.

Review the following points very carefully if you think the sales ploy of a guarantee for your exam looks like a reason to buy:

Certainly it's not free - you're still footing the bill for it - it's just been included in your package price. Trainees who take each progressive exam, funding them one at a time are much better placed to get through first time. They're conscious of their investment and so are more inclined to be ready for the task.

Does it really add up to pay the college in advance for exam fees? Hold on to your money and pay for the exam at the time, instead of paying any mark-up - and do it in a local testing centre - rather than possibly hours away from your area. Considerable numbers of unscrupulous training course providers make big margins because they're asking for exams at the start of the course and hoping you won't see them all through. Most companies will require you to sit pre-tests and not allow you to re-take an exam until you've demonstrated an excellent ability to pass - making an 'exam guarantee' just about worthless.

With average prices for VUE and Pro-metric tests costing in the region of 112 pounds in this country, the most cost-effective way to cover the cost is by paying when you need them. There's no sense in throwing away maybe a thousand pounds extra at the start of your studies. Consistent and systematic learning, coupled with quality exam simulation software is what will really see you through.

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