Hi, I wanted to see what a few people’s opinion is on this topic. Right now I’m comtemplating a big change in my life (actually, I’m in the midst of it already). I am determined to get my own consulting business going in the future, but before most would-be clients consider hiring me, I realize I need to get some credentials. I have been doing computer support for a while now and to be honest, most concepts come very easy to me, just by learning on my own. Being in a class setting actually tends to only slow me down and frustrate me. Anyway, I realize that potential clients won’t buy that, and generally want to see that I got the proper education to show that I can do what I say I can. My dillema then, is what makes a consultant more marketable – having certifications or having a bachelor’s degree. If anyone who has had experience with this can comment, I would really appreciate it. Has anyone gotten a bachelor’s and found it to be useless without the certifications? How about vice versa? Also, how does this compare to being hired to work for a company as an IT support person? To be honest, getting a bachelor’s degree is something I much rather skip, but if it’s crucial, it is deffinetly still an option for me. Thanks A LOT for your feedback!!!