Tests & Interviews - Pointers to inside IR35?

[cojak]

My point is qualifications prove you have achieved an industry standard whether than be MS engineer, ISTQB etc, etc. They are industry recognised and despite what some may think, are not a piece of p iss to pass.

I expect the qualification to get me to the top of the list for interview, then, its down to me to prove my experience. A test doesnt add or give any benefit except allow the the question setter to show what an arse he \ she is.

Fair enough*

(*ISEB trainer, btw - and no they aren't that easy to pass.. )

[NotAllThere]

Well, I'm glad I'm in a different sector from you. This idea you can EITHER have experience OR qualifications is a strange one. ...

That was when they were first introduced. The people with experience were far to busy working to take the time out to do the exams. In any case, the knowledge that was being tested didn't equate at all to what you'd have to do on the ground. The exams have improved since then, and may be worth something. However, once you've more than 5 years experience or so, clients just don't care about certification.