[TriLUG] Red Hat Certification

[Tommy Becker]

All,
I'm new to the mailing list and am considering getting a RHCT 
certification.  I have substantial Unix/Linux experience, but not in 
System Administration.  Right now I'm stuck in a App Support role which 
is beneath my skill level with nowhere to go at my current firm.  I have 
the skills to be a developer, but I've decided that I have been happiest 
when working with *nix to script small tools and such, basically admin 
stuff.  So the question I have is if I spend the time/money to get this 
certification, will it be possible to get my foot in the door as a 
sysadmin in this area?  In other words, is it worth it?  If so, what is 
the ballpark salary I could expect?  One of the reasons I've been so 
loathe to make a lateral career move is fear of taking a substantial pay 
cut.  Also, if I do this, I would most likely subsequently pursue a 
RHCE, but judging from RH's description, I'm not quite ready for that 
level yet.  What are your thoughts? 

TIA,
Tommy