A+ certification....should I take the 2003 or 2006 version?

Question

I just started studying for the A+ cetification. However, I can't seem to find many books for the 2006 version...and those that I can find cost a lot of money.

I already have a couple of 2003 books (purchased about 3-4 months ago).

Most 2006 books don't come out for at least another 2-3 months!

Should I just study what I've got now and go for the 2003 version (which is going to be retired in about 6 months)? I'm looking for a new job, so I'd ideally like to complete this in the next month or two (I have a reasonable amount of PC knowledge already).

I'm not sure if employers look for certification dates or if they just want to see that you are certified. I'd much rather complete this now instead of waiting 5-6 months for the 2006 books to be published.

Any help?

Thanks!

Answer 1

I think most want to see that you're certified. Plus with 2006 you can say that you've got the latest cert.

Answer 2

go for the 2003. No one is going to ask you what year it was for, only when you did it. Few will take the 06 test because of the lack of books and study guides available so you won't be alone.