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0:00 ⏩ Intro
0:25 ⏩ The 5 Categories!
0:39 ⏩ Criteria for Our favorite Certs!!
1:07 ⏩ Our Top HelpDesk Certification
2:48 ⏩ The best Security Certification
4:09 ⏩ Top Networking Certification
5:28 ⏩ The Cloud Certification
6:19 ⏩ The Ethical hacking Best Certification
7:37 ⏩ What you need to break into the IT industry!
7:58 ⏩ How to study for these certs!!
8:34 ⏩ Outro
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Cyberstart is helping teens learn cybersecurity, you can teach the younger generation too!! Go to cyberstart.io/playtoday and receive 10% off using code: CS-NWC-10 This code is good for one year, so go learn RIGHT NOW!
Our 5 top entry level certifications for HelpDesk, Security, Networking, Ethical Hacking, and Cloud! We show you what type of job in the industry you can get into, income, how much the certification will cost you and more!!
Want to get these certs? Here is the best place to get started: ntck.co/itprotv (30% off FOREVER) *affiliate link
0:00 ⏩ Intro
0:25 ⏩ The 5 Categories!
0:39 ⏩ Criteria for Our favorite Certs!!
1:07 ⏩ Our Top HelpDesk Certification
2:48 ⏩ The best Security Certification
4:09 ⏩ Top Networking Certification
5:28 ⏩ The Cloud Certification
6:19 ⏩ The Ethical hacking Best Certification
7:37 ⏩ What you need to break into the IT industry!
7:58 ⏩ How to study for these certs!!
8:34 ⏩ Outro
@margaret👇💗 you naughty naughty.
Bro which type of hacker you're
Little known fact... when I was in computing (working with MS and IBM back they were working together to create *the* OS) one thing I later did was create the first MS qualifications/certs (to give programming and networks credibility). A couple of years later I was looking for work, and the job finders just wouldn't put me forward because, they said, I "had no certs" despite my reason being that I created the certs (facepalm)
@@JanSzafranski 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
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1. ComptiaA+
2. Security+
3. CCNA
4. Aws Cloud Pactitioner
5. PenTest+
Security+ is really so valuable for starting your career in the US. If you're a warm body without a criminal record and a Security+ you can get paid $50k+ to fill a chair on a US military contract.
Woah what? Any links or references to job postings like that? Just got my sec+ last month.
I'd recommend Googling what they pay people in the NSA and what the qualifications are.
What you're saying is pretty darn accurate.
Im guessing they pay more if you have a security clearance, like secret or a TSI?
What if you have a record with no conviction.
@@sacit3025 if your talking about the security clearances, TSI you most likely wont get. Secret you maybe able to with some exemptions.
Cloud is def a must. Landed my current gig, having basically 0 Azure experience, I'm now an Azure Administrator, I've learned to really enjoy Azure. IT is great field, I had to move out of my home town to find a better opportunity but it was so worth it. My current company lets me choose my own training/conferences/pays for certs. This year (2022) I will have been to vegas 2 times, within a year for training all paid for by my company.
Said that to say, I have 0 college degrees, 0 student loan debt, I actually got out of the Aviation Maintenance field to get into IT.. You can do it, as long as you have ambition and a willingness to work through obstacles
Did you only get AZ-104 or what experience/certs/skills did you have to have to land your Azure Admin role?
@@CristalCarter Correct, I would say if you have any experience with Azure, go right for the 104, skip the fundamentals cert.
@@popacap21 I have AZ-900 because I had no experience and I’m starting a help desk analyst role soon, in the mean time I’m about to go for AZ-104 so I’m hoping to join you soon this year 😊 just taking note of what skills certain jobs look for also
Which certifications do you have?
@@CristalCarter az-104 for sure. A lot of helpful videos on RUclips. You can actually start a free subscription with azure where you can set up AAD and start to get really familiar with the platform. RBAC (Role based access control) is key for an admin.
Chuck, thanks to your advice, in 1 year I went from Help Desk to Network Administrator. I am on my way to becoming a Network Engineer but I am also loving the Security/Hacking content you are putting out which is making me re-think my end goal. I will maybe move into the Security field since I am really interested in it. Thank you!
Congrats! If you don't mind the question. What certificates or training did you take?
@@gonzo90017 Hi! I took the A+ even though I was already on the help desk because it gave me a better foundation. Then I took the Network+ (I took it for school as I am in WGU) and since the company I work for uses Juniper, I passed the JNCIA which helped me move into a Network Administrator position in the company. If you are in an IT company that has a Networking Department I recommend reaching out to them and telling them that you would love to learn and work with them. I shadowed them from time to time even if I wasn’t working in that department and I was able to make connections there which helped me with the transition.
@@chamopunkp Do you find WGU to be good? I've been eyeing them for awhile. Also do you think Juniper is on the rise? I have my Sec+ already and am considering taking either CCNA or JNCIA or possibly both.
@@XrayTheMyth23 Im sorry, I thought I had answred. WGU is good but it depends on your goals. Check their programs out and see if you like the certs they offer in them. CCNA will be better since it will help you understand networking better although it is for Cisco. The juniper cert I took was mainly about their JunOS and their vendor specific configurations. If you really want to learn networking, learn the fundamentals. CCNA does a good job with that :)
What’s the difference between network administrator and engineer?
This video is so oddly catered to me. I literally found you 3 days ago and can't stop watching you content. You're amazing chuck. Thank you for making this!
I like how honest these dudes have always been. Thanks for all the vids chuck you were a huge help in my life and I believe many others also.
I really appreciate your videos. I am a medically retired firefighter and paramedic that is now looking at a total career path change. the way you teach in your videos and talk about the IT career it has inspired me to start self-educating myself and now I'm about ready to test.
I also transitioned from fire/ems to IT! Best of luck to you. How are your studies coming along?
don't go into tech. Its a dying field. A.I is already replacing so many tech workers it's crazy.
love you two together, its just so sympathic and fun to watch your vids!
Thank you as always Chuck! To anyone who might be reading this and feeling overwhelmed making the transition into IT (like me, 2 years ago), don’t worry about it. If you have a willingness to learn and enjoy learning, IT is hands down the best career path for you because it never stays the same. Things are always changing, but you can still be valuable so long as you keep learning. And there’s simply too much good information on the internet for free today (like Chucks CCNA series).
I started barely 2 years ago as a help desk associate while getting Cybersecurity degree at WGU online (sidenote, I would not be where I am today if not for WGU - they are simply incredible and please look into them if you are struggling to find a good education AND certifications). It was a grueling 2 years but god damn was it worth it.
Fast forward to today and I am now a cloud support engineer for a world leading e-commerce company, graduated with my Bachelors, and looking to make the transition into full-time DevOps in the near future.
I just want to say, don’t stress too hard about being good enough or being super “good at computers” before a job in IT, because I just kept my head low, studied, shadowed team mates, kept good communication skills, and things eventually panned out. I was by no means an IT expert before starting this journey and honestly still have a long ways to go. But don’t worry about choosing the right path in IT, try everything and don’t be afraid to change courses. See what opportunities come up, weigh them out, and see which areas excite you the most. You cannot go wrong with this mentality. It is what has allowed me to go from help desk, networking, security and now DevOps (Ie. Cloud) in a really short amount of time (and to be honest I’m really thinking about going full developer).
Also, and this is critical, make sure you understand your value and don’t be afraid to push for things you want. If you have the drive and willpower to learn things quickly and grow overqualified for your current role, then by god do not be afraid to look for new opportunities. You can SEVERELY stunt your personal growth by being too committed to one company or organization when they do not have the capacity to grow with you. I’m not saying axe your employer whenever you can, but do not be afraid to find what you deserve. I made a scary jump from a major company to a relatively smaller one, but it was the best decision I ever made in terms of career growth. The amount of skills I have learned in this new environment is stupid compared to my last job, and I am given leadership opportunities that were simply not possible before.
Sorry for the essay, but I really do hope anyone reading this gets into IT and sticks with it because it is so rewarding. Stay motivated and keep learning.
And keep watching Network Chuck, he’s the real deal.
As you said, you got a college degree at WGU. As I have seen in the IT field, you need a bachelors degree in computer science in addition to the certifications to get most IT jobs. Is this what you found out when looking for IT jobs as well?
@@fluffyspark798 no moco, the game has changed man, college degree's help, but they no longer hold the value they once did. Ya man Chuck here doesn't even have a degree man. He even made a video about how in IT ya don't need a degree... Self study is the way to go.. DO IT MAN, make 2022 your year!!!
@@fluffyspark798 sorry for not seeing this earlier! But no, degrees definitely aren’t needed - but at the same time - will absolutely help with getting talent agencies to pick you up.
WGU is extremely flexible and affordable, and I do not say that lightly, I’ve been to and looked at tons of colleges. They are great because you will get certified along the path to your overall major (Security one has about 11 certs by the time you graduate). You learn literally however fast or as slow as you want and only pay a flat fee for each 6 month term. If you feel you are ready to finish a class early, just take the test. Don’t need to do all the work. Finished all your classes ahead of schedule? Ask your counselor to add more classes, no additional charge. Oh and they accept financial aid AND have tons of scholarships. I even landed one that helped a lot.
But anyways, what matters most is what you know. Sure certs/degrees land you an interview, but many people will choke when asked technical questions. I’d argue it’s more important to thoroughly know what you are studying because that is what ultimately will decide your career opportunities in the end.
@@nateribelinmusic8294 thank you for replying! I’ll have to look into it!
All the job listings I see online seem to require at least a bachelors degree. Do I just try and gain more experience doing low paying tech jobs? I don’t want to be left hanging if I decide not to get a degree and then need it.
@@fluffyspark798 I’ve heard success stories from both roads. Some people work there way up from the bottom of the industry, usually starting as help desk technician, and eventually promote up to higher paying IT jobs but with no certifications or degrees, only years experience.
Others (like myself) rely on certs and degrees in order to get job opportunities faster. I will just say this: a degree and/or certs will only help you. Are they necessary? Nope. But, they will help with your job opportunities tenfold, if you have the time and patience to acquire them. They are like catalysts for your career goals.
Thank you for this video!
I’m 3 weeks into a Cert III in ICT and I’m already stressing about where to go afterwards. This video has given me some clear goals to aim towards and makes me excited for the future!
Seeing a "Basics of Active Directory" video/series from you would be awesome! I feel like no one really talks about Active Directory until you see it on a "preferred experience" section of a job listing. I would be happy to re-learn Active Directory from you :D
facts
Can’t agree more. Never discussed at university but is the backbone of so many enterprise directory systems!
Cloud is all the craze. AD is considered to be legacy and looked down upon. MS hasnt done any improvements on it for years. Yet everyone still needs it and has it. As the need for ldap or kerberos disappears it will eventually disappear too but its still years away.
@@richardrussell1025 and what do you think about the alternatives to replace it in the next years ? I don't want to risk my career
I agree
CCNA is great for networking. I took the classes, and some CCNP, at a community college, and learned a ton. The labs were tough but you learned a lot very quickly.
Chuck, you're kind of an IT hero of mine, and hearing you recommend the A+ makes me feel a lot more solid in my studies. I passed my A+ 1001 last Wednesday, and my 1002 is scheduled for April. Thanks Chuck, I'm breaking into IT this year, and finally starting the career I've dreamed of
good luck dude!!
GOOD LUCK STUDY HARD
Scott, I'll be taking my A+ next month..Do you recommend any resources for studing?
@@tumtum985 Professed Messer has an amazing course, and Mike Myer's textbook was fabulous. What helped me the most was honestly just searching RUclips for specific exam objectives I struggled with
@@Meuzzie Great, I've been looking at Prof. Messer also. I also have a few different test I've been working on trying ro get an 85% on all before I take it.
Started with A+, then Network and Security+. Just got my Jamf 200, and work as an Apple Endpoint Engineer. CompTIA helped me get my foot in the door 3 years ago. Grateful for the opportunity
First video I've seen and I have to say you guys really did point me in the right direction. I knew I wanted to get into security and the cloud so now I feel like I have a good starting point! heading over to IT pro TV right now to see what I can pick up on before going after the certs. Much appreciated!!
Thank you for the advice! I’be been wondering which certs to prioritize, this information helps a bunch.
This is seriously so helpful! I'm pivoting my career from judicial to IT, going to take my second A+ exam soon and was wondering which would be the next cert to go after to have a broad base. Now to decide between CCNA and Sec+
I actually just got my A+ cert a few weeks ago and was looking into Network+ next. Surprised it wasn't mentioned considering A, Net, and Security+ are considered the Trinity of entry level certs.
May need to take a look at CCNA now.
I'm really excited to start exploring the 5 programs mentioned. I'm not an expert of any of the programs mentioned, but I think I know just enough to be able to get my foot in the door. Hopefully with a little hard work, and a lot of luck, I'll complete my first course. Thanks for the point in the right direction.
Been searching for certs that wont waste my time...yall just saved me tons by not having to pay a technical school..About to use this info to change my life...back with updates in few months!!!
I didnt start as helpdesk. I started as a cable tech (pulling cables and terminating cables) and got a temp job with yahoo for a data center migration, now I am with AWS in Silicon Valley as a Deploy Data Center Tech, I love it. But I am not stopping there. Im looking to get my CCNA and get a Network Admin or Security job in about a year. I do have Security+ but it wasnt required for any of these jobs.
This video came at the perfect time for me. I've been working in Help Desk for almost a year now and i've been feeling like I just want to do more than what I'm doing. So thank you for this video because I am 100% going to start studying to get that Security+ cert and move on up!
Are you already in that point where like 90% of the daily tasks you do are repetition? I ask this because I just started as IT Helpdesk and I would like to know how it generally feels a year after from your perspective. Thanks
@djmaymay92 It's been a year. How's it going?
Chuck and Cameron thank you guys so much for this video. Such an awesome freaking video man. Been looking for a video like this. The internet send you to 8 different places and cant find one answer. Just a bit frustrating. Your five category we straight and to the point. Answered all my question in 8 min fast then search the web for hours.
More CCNA!
You are one of the best trainers for CCNA certifications Jeremy 🙏🙂
@@djamarildo2010 Thanks! :)
You, keith, and chuck were the best for CCNA training. Took the cbtnuggets coarse and passed mine within a couple months.would've been sooner, but had full time help desk getting in the way. But I did it! Actually I just took it and passed on sunday, 2 days ago!
Jeremy is the best ever, we are waiting for ccnp encor 😅
@@djamarildo2010 facts lol
Chuck!!! Since I've started watching your channel I've acquired both A+ and Net+...and I just landed my first job in IT. Thank you! Love the content and keep up the great work. I am onward to CCNA now!
Hello, congrats! We’re you able to skip help desk and get a job in Network Admin?
@@krystalmarie5637 No, I'm starting out on help desk/desktop support. Network admin will be my next goal. Super excited!
@@Charles-ow3fo Great! Well congrats!
@@Charles-ow3fo how is work going and do you recommend taking the a+ I seen people say skip it and do network or security+
@@callme_fakez I’m not sure if this late news but in order to take Network+ or Security+ you will need to get your A+ this is unfortunately a requirement to obtain those certifications.
Been watching a lot of your vids recently and this one popped up on my feed. Very reassuring seeing so much support of the CompTIA certificates. I've just completed my A+ and am currently studying for Network+, then have Security+ and Pentest+ to work through.
Would love to get these certification videos once a year to keep up with the times. I’m just now getting my feet wet in IT. Big fan man. Your videos have taught me a lot
Good video. I’ve been in tech sales and getting burned out. Want to transition to IT but have a family to feed and the entry level salary of help desk would be challenging to adjust to. Knowing there’s potentially other options at entry level that could pay more is reassuring.
Same here. He mentioned the HelpDesk is about $53k but what is the highest entry-level cert? May have missed it.
I earned the CompTIA A+ cert back in 2007 and I've been in the IT industry ever since. I agree it is a great way to get your foot in the door. I also earned the Network+ and I'm now studying for the CCNA. I want to be a network admin one day.
Hello, i find your comment very encouraging. I have been looking for ways to get into IT for a while now, but a lot of programs and bootcamps seem to be very expensive and are not very marketable. Is the CompTIA+ certification alone enough to get an okay job? Or would you recommend something else based on what's currently more in demand? It almost seems too easy, and too good to be true. With so many cash grabs out there i can't help but be a bit skeptical.
@@SolidestAutumn Yes, an A+ cert is a great way to start to your IT journey. I just did a search on "A+" in LinkedIn and almost 500 job posts came up for Portland, OR. I would encourage you to do this where you live. You can do similar searches for other certs like Network+, Security+, CCNA, etc. This will give you an idea of what's in demand. Like they said in the video, the A+ cert give you a great foundation of knowledge. It provides a little knowledge an many subjects. The one thing you either love or hate about IT are the challenges that change every day. If you love problem solving and always learning, then IT is the way to go.
@@chrispalmer3206 this has been a tremendous help. I live near several military bases, and i thought they only accepted people with bachelors degrees. But a lot of them just have CompTIA A+, and CompTIA Security+ as a requirement. Thank you for all of your help.
I’m working my way through my ITPro TV CompTIA A+ course right now. I’m about 30% through it and I absolutely love it.
Thanks Network Chuck!
Got My AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner today. I remember watching this video to take inspiration!!
Cheers
Left my forensic computing degree 20 years ago due to bereavement and ended up in dead end jobs until I found this channel a few days ago, now I’ve already started studying A+ with the end goal of pentesting, although UK companies seem slightly different and backwards when it comes to hiring but hell, I’m enjoying myself!
Very different😭🇬🇧
Any tips on what youVe found useful to learn with? I’m so glad to have come across this channel before signing up the paid certification courses
@@Itsahmadworld I’ve honestly just been reading through the A+ book by Mike meyers and watching his videos. Tbh though, I know most of it from back in the day I just needed a refresh, it’s networking and cloud I’m looking forward to learning just not sure what’s best to go with for UK certs, we’re a weird country for hiring people and extremely snobby when it comes to having degrees 😒
I recently obtained my technical support fundamentals certification which will help land a help desk job as you both said. I applied to work a medical facility as a pc technician hopefully it works out for me. I currently work at the local Walmart and am extremely unhappy with my work environment so hopefully it works out. If I get enough likes I might update you when I get it😉
How’d it turn out for you?
@@ReggSess still haven't gotten anything. Not sure what the issue is....
@@justinbowen1183 the job market is soo off. I hope something comes along for you soon.
I got my Security+ about to take Network+ then RHEL later this year. I love your page thank you for all the great information.
Mr. Chuck, you're golden. Thanks for making our lives more valuable, but more important meaningful!
Just the video I needed for more motivation to focus on certifications. Help desk level 1 for a couple years now has me pulling my hair 😂. Thank you for the motivation.
Haha is help desk hard or just boring ?
Bro, first of all you’re my hero. Secondly this was exactly what I was looking for. I’m thinking to make a career switch to IT. Everyone says to focus on achieved certification but they didn’t tell me really clear which one and where to start. I will definitely make work of it.
the most entertaining and most informative network related YT channel. I appreciate you guys.
Chuck your the best I just did this.I wanted to know my path before I jump in and before watching video I pretty much had the same list .I was gonna ask you this question but gladly found the video I'm sure this is asked a ton.my list 1.a+ 2.security+ 3. Network+ 4.ccna 5.pen+. I think I can go the way you listed,I knew cloud was heavy in demand but for 100$ I'm in aws for number 3.
I think the Cloud cert should vary based on your job market. If Azure is more prevalent in your area (or the area in which you want to work in) then go with that. Viceversa for AWS
Many cloud jobs are WFH so it really doesn't matter much.
So no one mentioned COMPTIA Cloud course but why ? is it not as needed as the others ?
@@Rob-qr2kn you're good with either AWS or Azure. They're the 2 biggest cloud providers in the world
@@Stoneface_ Thank You
@@Rob-qr2kn It comes down to the popularity of the cert... Help desk, go to is A+, basic entry into IT and IA is Sec +, Cloud is between AWS and Azures lower-level certifications, as they lead to higher level of certs as you go.
Thank you, NetworkChuck for all you do. I’ve been following your channel for quite some time. You and your brother make an awesome team! I’m taking a CCNA course through Udemy, taught by Neil Anderson. I’m loving the course and learning command lines. Also, I’m documenting everything that incorporates my learning path and why I chose CCNA.
How did the course go? did you find a job since then?
Yea what the guy above asked? Did you get through?
The fact that what I wanted to see came right in front of me is awesome and that too from my fav youtuber
Thanks Chuck! This would guide me on what I need to take to improve my I.T career. Really big thanks
Great information! I received my A+ in January. I'll be getting Net+ later this year and then Sec+ after that, but still looking for that first help desk job. My current job is letting me help out with the Support Specialists though, so I am getting a little experience!
How do you go about finding these jobs?
I just finished short training of AWS Cloud in my company.
Love the blooper real. Insert!!! We all have those days man love to see you’re human too!!!!!
I love you, Chuck! I have been in IT for a year and I love it.
Thanks for the great information. I'm older, 48, disabled vet and trying to fine a path that I will enjoy and will feed me. I've been looking into coding, developer, another cool word, etc. I wasted my education on accounting and hate it. So now I'm starting this journey... Thanks again
Go for it, we believe in you!
I went back to school at 40 for networking and cyber security, most classes were online, and got a 2-year degree. It was a lot of work but I just landed my first IT help desk job. Absolutely love it. Go for it you won't regret it.
I just started age 32 go for it OG you got this!
Go for it! It's never late!!
I’m 45 and in the same boat. I’m starting Security + through onward to opportunity. Free for Vets. Check it out.
I just want to say that about 2.5 years ago, I was almost computer illiterate,other than google boxing stuff and takking one out of a box and pressing go, etc. . . but I wanted to learn industrial automation and PLC programming. . . I don't remember how or why I came across your channel but It defiately changed a lot for me. . . I think i have watched almost all of your videos, I would stop them, rewind them, play, practive what you were doing, and i learned the basics of python, networking, some ethical hacking, etc- I still watch your videos, esepeacially the bginner vids- and i always walk away a little sharper. . . fast forward- I work at Amazon as a controls system specialist and help the new IT guys out a lot- people ask me how I learnded the things I know how to do and I litereally tell them, Network Chuck, Networking for dummies, coding for dummies, and .... oh yeah. .. . coffee. . . lots of coffee. .. I love networking and programming and python literally helps me do my job ten times faster and always accurate. . . long story short- I still have lots to learn and will never stop learning this stuff, but wanted to say thank you. I'm here today looking for some advice on IT certs that also help in the industrial automation world- I graduate as a mechatronics engineer so IT certs will definately give me an ever more competive edge. Thanks for everything! you're literally awesome and I hope other people follow all of your advice and traiing and make thier lives better!
You're kickin' ass, Cameron!!! Keep up the good work.
im looking to take the jump into tech, im a 33yr old male with zero tech experience. this video was very formative. thanks guys!!
I done the Comptia A+ exam back in 2013 with another closely related one, cost me 250 each and was great, you have to pass with no less then 80% btw which you guys dont mention, however i couldn't get a job in the industry(Republic of Irelands fault, just no jobs), so i gave up and emigrated to another county to start software at Uni, ive not long completed the cloud practitioner and cant recommend that enough to open doors.
If you have some money, start a crypto farm
I personally went Azure. It's definitely harder than the AWS or GCP certs, but I feel you will gain a lot more overall cloud knowledge from the Azure course line, than the others. I suggest starting with the AZ-900 then moving forward from there. I went to AZ-104 myself.
Great video, and I am definitely going to be checking out Jeremy's IT Lab and his CCNA course. I don't know enough about networking.
did you have any background before this? i have 0 prior knowledge, jumped in and did az 900, but really struggling with 104 and feeling like i am missing prerequisite knowledge. im thinking about pausing and doing A+.
I must say, the editing on this video was on point. Loved it.
How long do you stay in a help desk role before you can move up? Also, are any of the jobs you can get with A+ remote, besides help desk?
I'm starting a 7 month program tomorrow for a large swath of these certifications, and I am grateful for the helpful content and positive attitude you have in your content. Keep up the excellent work!
Where r u taking this education from?
@@christophermetcalf2177 my local college is doing free easy scholarships for locals. The IT one I'm in is called "Advanced Desktop & Server Administrator " we're getting A+, Net+, Sec+, Linux+, Cloud+, and CCNA paid for and classes on them with training materials paid for.
@@LuisMedina-yq5fd where are you located?
@@christophermetcalf2177 SC but check if any local to you are. I know a lot are starting to have free courses or easy scholarships
@@LuisMedina-yq5fd ok I live in Camarillo just outside of Ventura, so I’ll give um a look! Thank you so much
It's amazing that CompTIA is still the go to. I was young (18) when I started my computer journey. At that time I was attending Lincoln Tech (now Lincoln College) and they gave us 30 day vouchers to take the CompTIA exams for free. This was back in 2005 so the idea that CompTIA is still relevant in 2022, a shocker. After watching this I have decided to go after these certs for networking as my degree in cyber security is tied up at Strayer University. As far as 53K in annual income, that's a little less than median where I live so if that's the projection on entry IT then I'll definitely need more money. More so than anything I don't like the gatekeepers of IT use money to keep people out as opposed to getting people to join the never-ending war that is hacking.
What's all this IT gatekeeping about? Can you speak more on it?
@@Stoneface_ The companies who are established brands that seek to maintain their control of a market by maintaining a industry standard.
You guys are great thanks. My son is looking into this field and I recommended your videos.
We love IT Certifications! Great content, thanks for sharing!
Can you guys please make one like this for more advanced certs? That would be amazingly helpful
Yes. Pls!
CISSP, DONE!
@@5ms919 👊🏽
@@5ms919 Man I hate and yet have to respect this mindset.... I feel like no matter what certs or education I have/get, the companies will always want (I think its the only cert they know) CISSP
Helpdesk: CompTIA A+ $452
Security: CompTIA Security + $381
Networking: Cisco CCNA $300
Cloud: AWS Cloud Practitioner $100
Ethical Hacking: CompTIA Pentest + $381
Thanks for the video guys just put this here to recap.
Hey Chuck! This is Gavin. I’ve been following your videos for a little bit and I’m gonna make this short but I’m 19 years old and I am about it to take my second exam for the A+. Landed a help desk job for healthcare and hospitals and I’m loving it! I did it by just simply saying I was studying for the A+, anyway to further advance my career should I go for the security + right after the A+ or go for the network plus then the security plus? I was just wondering as im not sure which to do first, my goal is cybersecurity engineer but I know you need to know networking for security, please help with this knowledge. Thanks Chuck!
@Kliment Breacher thanks man!
This was SOOOOOO helpful. Thanks guys!!
First off, thank you for these very informative videos. I have been getting more interested in cybersecurity and have been thinking of making the career change. My biggest fear right now is taking a big pay cut to make this transition. However, I feel like I would actually enjoy work again.
I got my A+ on the 10th of this month! Officially A+ certified feel good! Now it's CCNA, Security +, Linux and Final Pentest +
Congrats!! That’s a great path.
@@NetworkChuck thank you I hopefully after a year wanna go for the OSCP
good lucky bro
@@Breach223 Good luck with the OSCP.
Quick question. As somebody who is looking to get into the cloud, without any college education, would the AWS cloud practitioner cert actually help me get a job? If not, what certs would you recommend for someone without a college education or degree to get their foot into the tech world door? Thanks
Always nice to see brothers work together
The ccna part tbh gave me serious motivation, Thank you so much
Hey Chuck, just got my Security + two days ago and i’m absolutely so happy! Just got a job as a Jr. System Administrator and will be starting soon. I really was debating on whether I should get my Net+ or CCNA because Networking is highly sought after, but im definitely going to get my CCNA now. So many jobs in my area actually ask for it.
Try getting cissp...
Do I need to do Comptia Networking + before doing Comptia security + or can I start directly with Security +? I have basic networking knowledge.
@@myway8950
You can start either way...Security + is difficult and cissp is similar but harder... networking maybe difficult... try all
Do you have to get a degree too or just the certification
Thank you for this informative video!!! I am a student currently getting my bachelors in Networking/Security Engineering. I wanted to get my Masters in Cybersecurity and was wondering if this mix of Networking and Cybersecurity would be a good fit. Any advice or suggestions(I guess it the same-thing) would be greatly appreciated! Again, thanks for the Great Video!!!
Hey , Of the above 5 which one provides highest salary and difficult to lay off for companies ?
Currently working on my Azure and Google cyber-security analyst certification and an ethical hacking internship at uni... love it
Studying for the CCNA right now. My goal is to leave front end development and switch to IT. I’m def falling in love with networking and Linux sysadmin things
How many certifications do you have? I'm studying for my ccna too
Where do you take the CCNA test
I have been working through your CCNA videos to study for the CCNA. Also does the “plus” stand for anything? I’ve always been curious.
Where do you study the ccna?
Awesome video!! Thank you for all the great content as well!
Thank you so much guys for such an awesome video watching all the way from South Africa. Keep up the good work
Been in IT for 8 years, never had the opportunity to go further with a company. So this year I started going to school. Right now going for a degree in network engineering and administration, it also dives a bit into security.
2 Days ago passed A+ Core 2, and have Core 1 scheduled 3 weeks out.
After that I'm looking into Network+, then security+. Our classes will dive into CCNA, but not fully prepare for the CCNA like the A+, Network+, and Security+ classes do. I haven't decided if I want to pursue Network Administration/Engineering or go into security both are really interesting to me, just really want to get out of the help desk/tech specialist roles! Luckily being in school, these exam vouchers are usually half off, for compTIA atleast.
Thanks for your videos and the information you give us on these areas!
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@Betterthanbaybay1234 Something funny about someone trying to advance their career buddy?
Well I found that very interesting to read as I am in a similar situation. Passed the A+ but it didn't lead to job opportunities. Now I'm seriously considering enrolling on a degree course and collecting some certs along the way, such as the ones you mention. It's encouraging to hear someone else pursuing the same goals.
@@Sifar_Secure Yup, i totally don't expect anything to change, holding the A+ certification. It renews when you take an advanced CompTIA test, like Network plus, or to the Security plus, it was kind of a why not at this point. If I need to, I can use it for a wage increase. It is one for helpdesk opportunities and for me, I have more experience than what the certification will do good for. Although my local city had a perfect job opportunity, that I was indeed qualified for, and the IT manager emailed me saying I would have gone through the interview process, if I had the A+ since my qualifications were exactly what they were looking for. So some areas it could help, but most times I'd expect not if you're already in the field.
That was my mindset to, enroll in a degree, and collect certs along the way.
Best of luck to you mate :)
I know it’s random but I know little to nothing about this career but it looks like it’s fun and very valuable and I was just wondering how I could go about starting doing this I’m 18 and I have no idea what I want to do as a career but this just feels like something I could see myself doing can u give me advice on getting knowledge of this field of work I would really appreciate it
Great list. Blockchain was missing though,. Also, I think it's very difficult to get into CCNA if you haven't passed Network+.
I disagree, CCNA lessons also discuss the basics of networking. I tried studying for Network+ I didn't like it. It only covers networking concepts not specific vendor configurations whereas CCNA explains the granular detail of each configuration.
Please add for those that want to get into the industry and "enjoy computers". I have interviewed so many that say they heard that IT was the place to be for a career, buy have no love for anything technical. A cert isn't the only thing that will get you a job. Showing that the field excites you will draw my attention more than a cert. And the fact you took the time to watch this would be another
Just started my cybersecurity bootcamp with Thinkful. Thats besides the point im trying to make which is... chuck, i frickin love you
Chuck simple question. Do you think going with the Net+ instead of the CCNA would also be a valid option? My current plan is to obtain the Core CompTIA certs then go after CCNA and AWS or perhaps just AWS. I am starting a business that will be hybrid IT & Medical, but I'm not really seeing how CCNA would help with that. Perhaps it's just me not seeing the forest through the trees but would love some honest feedback. Thanks!
I am also curious about the answer to your question. I was planning the same route as you.
CCNA is more in depth that net+ certification. I’ve studied for a+ and net+ before and I’m taking my CCNA next week. I think if you know the a+ level of information you are prepared enough to tackle the CCNA with enough studying.
If you get the official CCNA textbook, you'll cover the Net+ material in the first few chapters...and then go into greater depth. Imo skip the Net+.
All cloud stuff gets you into the 100k range faster right now- AWS certs, Azure certs and CKA (containers).
Are there other certificates you need besides cloud that will land you a 100k salary?
@@xoomoon I hear that cybersecurity's job growth/need is expected to expand a lot in the next decade. I'm sticking with the cybersecurity field, but maybe throwing some AWS certs on there as well will help me transition in the future.
Hey Chuck!!!! Your videos are really awesome!!!!
Keep it up👍
Love the Outro😂:)
One rhing that I learned through this kind of videos is, saying let's do these things is much easier than actually doing it.
But the video was helpful thank you
Currently trying to transition from finance to IT. And taking a cybersecurity bootcamp. Hope it pays off. I'm worried about putting so much money into something without getting a degree or and certs out of it but it gives me the knowledge right? 😅🥺🙄
How did it go??
How was your experience in finance? What was your hard challenges . I personally was having a hard time deciding which to go for.
In tech or finance
Here’s the issue with AWS, finding a job. Jobs looking for AWS cloud engineers are seeking people who have 3+ years of experience. The competition is very rough since there are many AWS engineers who who have the experience and will pick over you.
Probably would be better to get the A+ and get an IT job that does a bit of cloud for a few years before getting any AWS or Azure certs
@@juniordev2570 exactly.
Great topics, explaination and realworld focus!
Great collab with your Bro by the way!
Cheers from a network CCNP guy from Switzerland ;)
Regarding Cloud certification I would recommand to focus on the technology your company will be working with... for me it's gonna be Azure
Thank you very much. I was really confused on which certifications to take.
Absolutely needed this video! But Question...are you required to know any coding at all for security+ or the pentesting exam? Thanks in advance 👍
You don't need to know coding for sec+, I'm not sure for pentest+
@@jonathanmiller2441 thanks for the info man!
I'd say it'd be a good idea to know some SQL. Difficult to figure out what those SQL injections are doing if you dont.. Trust me, I struggle with that.
@@pcdreams1 thanks man, appreciated 👍
Currently working towards the Microsoft PL-300 certification (formerly DA-100) for PowerBI and Data Analysts :)
Really enjoyed hearing about other IT certs tho. Nice work guys!
Wow not even available yet. Would that be Beta exam? They have such exams to test them in the real world. If this one is such there is no guarantee that you earn certs if the exam is not approved at the end.
@@DarkGT, it is available on 2/28/22. Quick visit to Microsoft's website shows this. I'm sure most people prepare for a test ahead of time. Why call him out like he is making it up?
@@michaelt312 I did quick look so I want to say what it use to be with Microsoft exams before they approved new variants. It used to be Beta before it became available.
@@DarkGT Not really sure what you mean, PL-300 is replacing DA-100 which is what I WAS studying for before the announced changes. I'm just in the process for preparing for the exam when it becomes available. Honestly I'm not entirely sure how Microsoft exams work as it will be my first time taking one.
@@evanpetrarca Sorry for any misunderstanding. Good luck on your exam. I had passed DA-100 and it was heavy on the case study, be sure to review the examples in the MS docs.
Going for my security plus cert this summer. Wish me luck!
love your vids.. im working on sec+ right now.. i have net+ and a+. ill probably start working on ccna and pen+ after i get the sec+. thank you for this.
All of these are great certifications to break into the industry. The CCNA was tough but I found Sec+ to be harder. Next up I plan to take either CASP+ or Azure/AWS.
Can’t go wrong with the cloud!
Did you pass CCNA and security+?
@@Autumn-Rain Yes I did. Passes Sec+ couple years ago and CCNA late last year. CompTIA certification questions can throw you off by the way they are worded. That's why I considered Sec+ to be harder.
@@Jinx-ig1fz You're not wrong there. CompTIA's wording was tough for their A+ as well. They're notorious for keeping things vague and difficult to answer.
Where did you take the CCNA test ?
There’s no way I could do help desk..
So I’ve decided to go straight for CCNA then Security +.
All while Learning Python on the side.
I’m hoping that’s enough to get into an entry level networking position.
Experience is king
If you got customer service grunt work on your resume it will help your job interview.
Bro I got my CCNA recently, watch the CBT Nuggets Training videos on the CCNA course, its good stuff
You could get a position as a NOC engineer... You just chill and monitor networks on a big screen.
I'm doing the exact same thing. I can't do the customer service side of help desk, I'd go crazy. There are other paths besides help desk, I found them with only A+ and Network+. So will you.
Breaking into this now, kind of nervous but I'm going for it. Starting with the A+ and not sure which path yet, maybe cloud as I did some tech support via phone for customers with Apple products so I am a litte familiar with the cloud from that perspective. Not sure what path a woman who's not a spring chicken anymore should take, but I love technology and cut my teeth on building computers before laptops got to be the norm so i do love hardware as well. Any advise for an older woman getting started in the tech field would be appreciated. Thank you Network Chuck for the wonderful content, keep doing what you do.
Passed the CompTIA A+ in 2003 when you didn't have to renew it. I quit my IT job and returned to tech school in January for the Cisco Curriculum and some CompTIA curriculum. Today (3/1) some high school students where taking the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Cert so I decided to take it also just to see where I am at. The school pays for each exam twice. Yes I can take each CompTIA exam twice before I have to pay for it so I did. No studying and I ended up passing it. Not because its easy, I struggled with the coding and database questions as I am not as familiar with those. On to Network+ and Security+.
I am currently studying to get my CCNA, (hopefully the next quarter) my next step will be get into a PenTest+. (thanks you guys i am getting out my comfort Zone and Learning cool stuff .
Yes!!! Love it!
Hey chuck, I am 31 years old and I have been working in governmental job as a communication engineer. I have a good knowledge in CCNA and I would like shift my career to networking. Do you think I am old to do this step? Will my age affect negatively in companies dicision in the regard of hiring?
Never too old bud.. applied knowledge is power.. go for it..
31 is young
Thank you for this information. I really appreciate your work man❤
I have the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. I actually got it almost 3 years ago and it is going to expire in one month (august 2022). I don't plan on renewing it right away. The most I can say for that cert is that it is EXTREMELY bare bones / entry level. It does not have you 'doing' anything in the AWS platform. It simply teaches you an overview of the services and what they are used for. AWS has a huge number of different services and it's important to understand how they work, but if you are looking for a cert that gets you experience working on the platform and actually proves you can do it, I would skip it and move straight to the Solutions Architect. It will be much more difficult but will actually show employers you can get the job done.
On another note, recommending certifications is such a rabbit hole. If you feel like you need the basics and have the patience, then get the super basic cert and move up. Assuming you don't lose interest along the way, like I did :(
Is it mandatory for beginners to pick comptia + and security+ before getting into ethical hacking or security+ is enough alone?
Personally just started reading the cram books for comptia + and had I known it was as basic as it is I would have just skipped it myself. If you know the basic ins and outs of how a PC works and basics of mobile devices I would either skip it entirely or just take a few practice exams and see how I do and make a decision from there. Take that with a grain of salt because I have been building my own computers for a long long time now and have been working in different IT roles for the past 10 years.
No reason to ever get A+ unless your goal is to get a help/service desk job. Can't go wrong with Sec+ though due to its popularity.