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Degree or Certification II
Discuss Degree or Certification II
Posted by: The Merlin
I am sure I have probably put this in the wrong forum, so Mods please point me in the right direction
What I would like to know is what is, I am planning on going to college to study computer programming, VB and C++ for now I suppose..... I would also like to take some courses in and see if I like Computer Assisted Design and Web Design.
What is the difference between a certification and degree and which one should I get? Some friend of mine has been asking me repeatedly and I keep telling them I don't know yet I haven't looked into that stuff yet, so I will skip the research and ask you guys right now point blank
Please help:p
Posted by: The Merlin
Hey look at that, there is a whole forum devoted to this thread:p
Thank you and please someone help me:(
Posted by: xotix
the degree is going to be more in depth, take a longer time and cost more. however it will be easier to get jobs with a degree.
a certification however, is short and doesn't take that much time. this is if you want to have something on the side, like a back up plan or something to impress your employers about your resume.
degrees are often difficult to complete if you have other activities such as a job or another schooling. degrees are better if you want to go into the area. the certification is better if you want a back up plan.
Posted by: The Merlin
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by xotix [/i]
[B]the degree is going to be more in depth, take a longer time and cost more. however it will be easier to get jobs with a degree.
a certification however, is short and doesn't take that much time. this is if you want to have something on the side, like a back up plan or something to impress your employers about your resume.
degrees are often difficult to complete if you have other activities such as a job or another schooling. degrees are better if you want to go into the area. the certification is better if you want a back up plan. [/B][/QUOTE]
Ahh ok, so since Programming is plan A I should get a degree in that and then maybe a certifcation in web design or CAD?:) Super thanks;) :D
Posted by: xotix
ur catching on.
Posted by: digitalninjas
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by xotix [/i]
[B]ur catching on. [/B][/QUOTE]
To what...
Get a degree in CAD! Pays more, and you have a better chance of getting hired by a company :) Webdesign doesn't do too well. Trust me \:
Posted by: xotix
dude, do you have something against me??
Posted by: xotix
the guy has a plan A. let him follow it. wats working a job if u don't like it, thats stupid.
merlin follow your mind, do what you want a nuh listen to nobody.
Posted by: digitalninjas
[QUOTE][i]Originally posted by xotix [/i]
[B]the guy has a plan A. let him follow it. wats working a job if u don't like it, thats stupid.
merlin follow your mind, do what you want a nuh listen to nobody. [/B][/QUOTE]
Double posting... Again...
BTW, just so you know, you'll have a higher chance of getting hired by a company because the webdesign field isn't too hot right now. Want to know how I know that? Because my brother does CAD and I do webdesign.
Posted by: xotix
does it bother you?? different posts involve different points. its called communication skills.
Posted by: xotix
merlin what do you want to get into, programming, web designing or cad??
Posted by: digitalninjas
No... Paragraphs indicate different points... But you haven't finished the 6th grade yet.
I'm advising you get into CAD or other, plus the pay is more for that field. :) You'll love CAD too, its VERY useful in the realworld.
For Xotix:
I'm from California btw, which should make no difference in the point I'm trying to make to you. Dont double post, there is an edit button, and paragraphs can indicate different points. Please refrain from calling me childish if you cant understand basic writing skills and ask irrelevant questions that aren't close to the subject.
Posted by: xotix
your childish. i guess it does bother you. i'm curious, where r u from??
Posted by: xotix
my point is where i'm from we have one of the best education systems in the world. what people are learning in the states in the middle of high school we learn in prep. so your knowledge of any general topic simply can't compare with me or anyone in my region.
btw. i won't refrain from doing anything.
Posted by: xotix
Please refrain from calling my childish if you cant understand basic writing skills and ask irrelevant questions that aren't close to the subject.
read that again, you're making my point very clear. thank you.
Posted by: digitalninjas
You just failed at everything you said right there. BTW, I come from one of the top 10 Highschools in the United States (MSJHS). I tried making a point to not double post, now your reversing the entire argument to show that your making... No point? Honestly, read the rules and it states, "No Doubleposting", I was just enforcing this policy. Have a nice day. :)
Oh yea, teachers tell you that your learning college-level material, but in reality, your not (I did a report on it). I'll discontinue from your petty argument because you cant follow simple guidelines.
Posted by: xotix
should i correct you again in this thread and the next??
Posted by: digitalninjas
Read this line one more time:
Dont double post, its against policy, and your turning it into a flameware because your too stubborn to listen to somebody else. Get it now? You might want to consider counseling also.