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Computer Repair Technician - career?

  • What is the job outlook on this field (computer repair technician)? I may not be able to go to college for more than an associates degree. I'm not sure. I'll definitely be going to the community college in my town for an associates degree, but, until further notice, I most likely won't be able to go for a bachelor's degree until later on (assuming that I even want to do this...I'm not sure). Anyway, I'm hearing so many different things regarding the associates degree / the career I'm looking at. Many say the associate's degree is pointless and will do nothing for me. Others say it's good. Many people say that a computer repair technician doesn't make that much money. I actually saw someone that said "from my experience, you stay just above the poverty level." I've also heard that computer repair technicians can live comfortably on anywhere from 30, 40, or 50K a year. Would an Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Computer Information Technology get me anywhere? Would this be a plus towards that career, or should I think about something else? I really want to do something computer-related, but I'm horrible with math. Being a computer programmer is out of the question (hence being horrible at math). Alright, I'll stop rambling now...hopefully I can get some helpful answers.

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    In my experience, a repair tech doesn't make that much money. However, if you get your associates and get on somewhere at entry-level (repair-tech would likely be an entry level position), who knows how far you might advance? As far as an associates degree - that's better than no degree right? It'll definitely help get your foot in the door somewhere, especially compared to someone with no experience. Also, I know *many* computer programmers that are horrible at math. All you have to do is pass your math courses with a "C". Programming doesn't involve a whole lot of math, just good, structured code.

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There are plenty PLENTY of fine careers that can be reached via training obtained in a Community College like Computer Repair Technician. For example a career as a Computer Repair Technician, commonly called: "Computer Support Technician" http://www.grcc.edu/?PageID=2642 Salary survey: http://www.indeed.com/salary/Computer-Technician.html Visit your local Community College to learn what options are available there for you.

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I was bad at math too, until I got older, then it made a world of sense I'm a net worker and most net workers are over 6 figures a year, get your TCP/IP cert and your Microsoft certification. look at the help wanted. most jobs are starting at 119,000 a year. I make around 90k I work for the TXU Texas utility corporation(power company) I can make more money, but the more you make the less you make. I made more money at 60K a year than 80K because it puts you in a high tax bracket.programming doesn't have that much to do with math, it's more understanding systems on how they work

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