Working on a BS as an network admin.

I have enough credits for an AAS, but I doubt that it would help much in getting a good job. So I'll keep plugging away in night classes and hopefully get the BS in a couple of more years.

Question to anyone already in my prospective line of work.
What is more desirable to employers these days? Education, certifications or experience? Or what combination of the three?

I have very little real-world experience other than as a independent tech/cpnsultant..and some intern time at a college district office.