Want to learn Mac repair

Im looking to add mac repair to my resume any pointers on where to start?

Buy a Mac and learn how the OS works.

I have several mac systems from Imac to MacBook pro.. 2 of these MBA MBP are now out of warranty... im just tired of buying a new mac every other year

Why are you having to buy a new Mac every other year?

FixMyMacKC said:

I have several mac systems from Imac to MacBook pro.. 2 of these MBA MBP are now out of warranty... im just tired of buying a new mac every other year

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Seriously, that seems really odd. Most folks buy one and sit on it for 3-4 years.

FixMyMacKC said:

Im looking to add mac repair to my resume any pointers on where to start?

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Cupertino, 1 Infinite Loop.

Cheers ... McBie

Most folks buy one and sit on it for 3-4 years.

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Yep. My MacBook is 6 years old.

...and I'm working just fine with 5 years on mine.

My "youngest" is 4 years old, then there is one at 6, and 7 and 9. All going strong.

We're not trying to be obtuse about your desire to learn Mac repair -- but your post and particularly your follow-up makes us think that this is waaaay less about actual repair and much more about you needing to learn to use your machines. No Mac needs replacing after "a year or two" with normal use, and if you got a defective one you'd know right away, and Apple would replace it.

So what's really going on there?

FixMyMacKC said:

Im looking to add mac repair to my resume any pointers on where to start?

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Well, you could try some of these for a start:
http://training.apple.com
http://training.apple.com/certification/acmt.html

You have not provided any info as to where you are now, what you have nor what you're wanting to add to your resume and for whom.

It really depends on what you mean by "add to your resume", do you simply mean a basic understanding of hardware and software upgrade, installation, and repair? If so, this is fairly easy to acquire by picking up some older Macs (older Intels are great, and can be had for $100-$150 depending on the model) and tinkering with them. Basic upgrades like ram and Hard drives are great starting points, as well as reinstalling and really learning the fundamentals of OS X.

If you want to "deep dive" and really put something on your resume, you need to become an Apple Certified Technician. This is a fairly long, complex, and relatively expensive process. I recently got my certification, but it took about 8 months of formal training, and consists of 2 main exams. Apple's requirements are also pretty strict, requiring you to test and re-certify on new hardware as it is released.

MacDude121 said:

If you want to "deep dive" and really put something on your resume, you need to become an Apple Certified Technician. This is a fairly long, complex, and relatively expensive process. I recently got my certification, but it took about 8 months of formal training, and consists of 2 main exams. Apple's requirements are also pretty strict, requiring you to test and re-certify on new hardware as it is released.

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So, would you say that this would not be worthwhile unless you are employed in the computer industry and have access to new equipment on a continuing basis?

What I mean by that is: for the hobbiest/enthusiast - cost vs. benefit value - is it still worth pursuing.

I'm currently working on CompTIA A+ and Security+ certifications (in that order), and I have an opportunity to get into IT with my employer (specifically, information security/cyber defense type work) and they will train me on that (1 year of Windows and Linux training specific to security and pen testing). Would it be worth pursuing Apple certification even though we don't use Apple products? BTW, I have, literally, NO Apple experience.

Mencelus said:

Seriously, that seems really odd. Most folks buy one and sit on it for 3-4 years.

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My Mini is going on 8 years!

MX372 said:

So, would you say that this would not be worthwhile unless you are employed in the computer industry and have access to new equipment on a continuing basis?

What I mean by that is: for the hobbiest/enthusiast - cost vs. benefit value - is it still worth pursuing.

I'm currently working on CompTIA A+ and Security+ certifications (in that order), and I have an opportunity to get into IT with my employer (specifically, information security/cyber defense type work) and they will train me on that (1 year of Windows and Linux training specific to security and pen testing). Would it be worth pursuing Apple certification even though we don't use Apple products? BTW, I have, literally, NO Apple experience.

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Personally, I would say no. If you are not working with Apple products and won't be for the foreseeable future, it would likely serve you better to focus on more PC and Security orientated certifications. Apple's is also one of the most expensive I've ever seen, $150 each for 9L0-012 and 9L0-066, not to mention a $15 exam for every new product they release.

I'm currently working on my A+ as well, currently 1/2 tests in. Be warned however that A+ has not updated in about 3-4 years and the questions that are on there now may trip you up. I was shocked to still see Windows XP specific questions on there (such as specific command-line procedures that were done-away with when Vista came around). They're going to be updating it (hopefully) soon, so what to study depends on your time frame.

But those exams are incredibly valuable if your employer is willing to pick up the cost, and I would say that the best course of action is take everything that you can get. As well as A+, I'm also working on my Windows Client Pro certification and have 3 pending certification vouchers for Testout.