On 2002.05.22 20:33 Sherry Lopata wrote: > Hi gurus, > I have taken a few Oracle DBA courses at UCLA Extension, passed my > first DBA certification exam, but have not been able to find an entry > level position in this area. (My background is in printing and > marketing... big career move... I've been told my "timing is bad" > cause the job market is bad here). > It was suggested to me, by someone at the LA Oracle User Group > meeting, that I become an Oracle Developer first. Is this the path > you recommend? > Although I liked the UCLA classes, I was dissappointed that the > Career Center was off limits to the Extension students. Can you > suggest any better/cheaper classes in Southern California? Any with > career placement? > I have acquired many of the books that have been suggested in these > postings and have learned much by being a subscriber to this mailing > list. > Thanks in advance! > SL > > I would suggest completing the OCP because it looks really nice on the resume and is really appreciated by HR people and then finding a good headhunter to place you. I could recommend you a few, but I live in southern CT which is hardly a commuting distance from LA. Be aware that even with a completed OCP you have a lot to learn before you master the ways of the force. Good luck! -- Mladen Gogala -- Please see the official ORACLE-L FAQ: http://www.orafaq.com -- Author: Mladen Gogala INET: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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