Where to begin in Oracle?

Hello everyone,
I am interested in obtaining an Oracle certification but do not know where to begin. I am new to this but I work with Access so I do have an understanding of databases. I spoke with someone recently and was told to learn Linux. The person was very vague in giving out any information on the subject (he acted like I was trying to break into Fort Knox). I would really appreciate it if someone could just point me into the right direction and help me get started. I know Oracle and Access are totally different but I am ready to put in the work to obtain this incredible certification. I am going to do this on my own because I cannot afford to attend any boot camps, Oracle classes, or community colleges. I have posted this question on many so called Oracle forums but know one is willing to respond to my question. Can anyone out there help?
Thanks,
bdthomas02

I am trying to get the OCA certificationI assume in my reply below that you are referring to 1Z0-042 - Oracle Database 10g: Administration I (10g DBA OCA).
I spoke with an Oracle rep and she informed me that the classroom requirement does not apply to this certificationThat's correct. You need it only when you clear the second exam (1Z0-043).
1. Can I pass the exam by purchasing materials from a book store, Oracle website, or other suggested sources?The best source would be Oracle Training Material (Student Guides**). However, I do recommend "Oracle Database 10g OCP Certification All-In-One Exam Guide". I used this reference to clear the exams.
Oracle Database 10g OCP Certification All-In-One Exam Guide
http://www.amazon.com/Oracle-Database-Certification-Guide-Handbook/dp/0072257903
** Oracle Student Guides/ILT (Instructor Led Training) Materials
Re: Student Guides
Practice exams provide tools to help you improve and continue your exam preparation:
Oracle Certification Program - Practice Test Page
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=208
Sample Questions – 1Z0-042 Oracle Database 10g: Administration I
http://www.oracle.com/global/us/education/certification/sample_questions/exam_1z0-042.html
2. Do I need to know Linux in order to pass the exam (someone told me unless I know Linux I would not be able to understand the commands)?It is not necessary. See the following link for the exam topics:
Oracle Database 10g: Administration I
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=41&p_exam_id=1Z0_042
3. Since I do not know anything about Oracle how should I study for the exam and how long will it take to be able to pass the exam?You need to practice and work hard since you are new to Oracle. Arrange to install Oracle 10gR2 database, practice the installation, and try to cover all the topics which are listed in the link referenced above.
You can download Oracle 10gR2 database from:
Oracle Database Software Downloads
http://www.oracle.com/technology/software/products/database/index.html
Please let us know if you need any further clarification.

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