Does anyone know how much assembly language is required for the ECSA/LPT? I am taking the bootcamp at the end of September and the pre-course study material is the Shellcoder's Handbook which is all assembly. I have watched Vivek's videos on securitytube.net but I was just wondering how well I need to know it to pass the exam.

I am also new to the security field and had a couple questions regarding certifications/employment.

To give a little background to help your decision making...

I currently have an associate's degree in computer networking and will be done with my bachelor's in security next year which includes (ccna, ccna-s, ciw database, ciw javascript, ciw web design still working on these) certifications.

I have 3+ years of help desk exp and about 6 months of work relating to IDSs. I also have the CEH, Sec+, Net+, A+ and will be taking the ECSA/LPT bootcamp next month.

As far as what knowledge I should already have or will obtain through the ECSA/LPT, what should I take next?

I am looking at the OSCP or the eCPPT. I noticed they are both almost the same price. Also if I would go for the eCPPT, would it be better to take the Student or the Pro with what I should already know?
Can someone please explain the main differences or which would be better to take first?

Thank you in advance.