Hello,
I recently obtained a master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health with a focus in Safety Management. My bachelor’s degree was in Occupational Safety and Health.
I have been searching for a position for several months and have not found one just yet. I have had several interviews, but nothing has panned out. I have recently decided to expand my field a little just to see if there may be anything else out there. I have a second interview for an IT position tomorrow. The IT field interests me and I could potentially see a career in it.
The interviewer told me that degrees are great, but what really sells you are certifications. If I decide to go into the field, I will of course begin work on certifications right away. I am concerned of promotion in the IT field due to my degrees being in another area, even if I obtained several certifications. My wife and I are wanting to start a family within the next few years, buy a house, etc. and for this I will require greater compensation of course. I was wondering if these certifications would be enough to obtain higher positions or if I’m sunk without a degree in the field. Any thoughts on the matter would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Confused25
