I am currently seeking for MSDBA certification . I cannot afford the cost of attending the certification class as it is fairly high for me now.

Can anybody suggest the best way to get expert in SQL server 2000 or 2005 in terms of excellent hands on for industry standards?

Thanks in advance

Buy the Microsoft Press books on the tests you wish to take.

For the record, I've found that the requirements for getting the certification, understanding industry standards, and becoming an SQL Server Ninja have little to nothing to do with each other.

--Jeff Moden