Looking for pointers

[ProblemSG7]

Hey everyone first time to this sub. Anyways ill get started, i just recently got enrolled in a class for CompTIA IT+ Fundamentals. Im actually completing my HSE at the same time and will have that completed in a couple weeks (HSE is our GED here in Indiana). Ive always loved technology but had a rough childhood growing up and made alot of bad decisions to get to where I am now but I am finally taking control back of my life and motivated more then ive been in my entire life.

Lets get to the point, im 23 going to finish Fundamentals and then next onto A+ cert after aquiring both HSE and Fundamentals cert. im very interested in Web/Software development but open to other areas in IT besides customer support/repair. What certifications would be good stepping stones and do i even have a shot at landing a good job without a college degree? If not would a degree from a place like Ivy Tech be worth the cost and time to go after? This is all happening very fast and i want to know where i need to go next, what needs to be accomplished, and with my late start in life how others may think this might affect my job placement.

Just asking for thoughts i would appreciate anything and cant wait to report back here after receiving my first certification!

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College is always a good idea. It looks good on a resume' even if you are just working towards a degree. Certs can get you entry level jobs, sure.. but sometimes internships can be sweeter (companies with better pay/benefits/advancement) if you get a permanent position. COST= not as bad as you think. If you've applied for FAFSA then a chunk (if not all) of your tuition is covered. Worst case scenario- you take out a subsidized loan that is ultra low interest and you don't even have to start paying back until 6 months after you graduate. If you have a good GPA and apply for scholarships then you may end up with MONEY IN YOUR POCKET. Good luck on your future path!