Should I leave my job if they won't pay for my training?
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CuriousCoder92
I've been working as a Junior DevOps Engineer in the UK for a year now, earning £40k annually. I've had a chance to work with various DevOps tools and feel confident in my skills. However, I'm aiming to move up to a mid-level position, and recruiters keep pointing out that I lack certifications. The issue is my current company doesn't fund training or provide resources, such as a sandbox account for AWS. I'm considering paying for the AWS SAA certification myself, but I'd love to hear if anyone has suggestions for making this more affordable or what I should do next.
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You might find some free or very low-cost options for the Cloud Practitioner certification. Once you have one cert, you'll usually get a 50% discount on the next one, which can help cut your costs further.
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Honestly, contributing to open source projects could be more valuable than getting certified. It’s free, boosts your experience, and expands your network. Plus, it might impress potential employers more than a piece of paper.
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RealisticRita: That sounds great, but be aware that if your CV goes through an HR filter first, it might not get the attention it deserves without certs.