Hi All,

Having realised I was interested in Web Design I decided I would like to try it as a career. I endevoured to get some qualifications and opted for the CIW Site Designer & E-Commerce Designer courses which I have now passed. However, loking at some job adverts I have seen none so far that ask for CIW as a requirement for the job.

The most disappointing thing so far I have found is that everybody wants years of experience which I obviously do not have yet but how do I get it? I am 30 years old and have a mortgage and new baby girl so I can't afford to go in to a job on a juniors wage. I am currently a Despatch Supervisor for an electronics firm and earn approx £25,000 per year.

My questions are:

1. What is the general feeling on the forum with regard to the usefulness of the CIW certification?

2. What is the best way to get experience and find employment in a position with a decent salary?

Thanks in advance for your assistance guys.
Craig