Way to put emotions into my post. I was just giving out the facts.

I will never argue the fact that there are a lot of under appreciated workers out there. My sister is a teacher and I am pondering following in her foorsteps. Now -there- is a thankless job... but I wouldn't be doing it for the money.

I think there are a couple of bike certs out there but what they mean out in the real world is debatable. What it boils down to is how do you help the customer? And I do the best job that I can to help that customer.

I will not debate the merits and demerits of certifications on this forum. My Experience in the computer industry shows me that Certifications for various competences can be handed to people who can barely turn on a computer.

p.s. Mark-up and profit are not the same.