Simul-post :-) The problem is, you can't tell the difference between the person that did the time, studied, did labs, etc... And the one that downloaded a test

Simul-post :-) The problem is, you can't tell the difference between the person that did the time, studied, did labs, etc... And the one that downloaded a test answer brain dump and memorized the answers. And even in the case of the former, you can't cram 20 years of knowledge and experience into a certification. I have just an MCITP that I had to get as a job requirement. My employer paid for a 2-week bootcamp. I did very little studying and already knew 90% of what was covered. I have about 10 people around me that have various combinations of certifications and degrees that all use me as a lifeline when they get stumped.