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A+ Core 2

CompTIA A+ is the only industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s rapidly progressing virtual world. It includes performance testing to prove one can think and perform critical IT support tasks.

CompTIA A+ Core series is composed of Core 1 and Core 2.                                Core 2 certification covers operating systems, security, software and operational procedures.

 

Jobs that use CompTIA A+ Certification

IT Support Specialist

(Average Salary $48,418)

Desktop Support Specialist

(Average Salary $53,476)

Systems Support Technician

(Average Salary $70,500)

Field Technician

(Average Salary $69,069)

Associate Network Engineer

(Average Salary $82,547)

Junior Systems Administrator

(Average Salary $87,502)

Open The Doors To Your IT Career With CompTIA A+ Certification

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This certification is pivotal for an individual starting out as an IT professional. Equipped with industry-dedicated current key technologies like security, networking, and virtualization, and provides a solid foundation in computer systems.
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A+ Core 1

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CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101)

MOBILE DEVICES

This domain focuses on mobile devices and its four subdomains. It is security centered and includes newer technologies such as touch screen displays. You will learn how to install and configure laptop hardware and components, compare and contrast the display components of mobile devices, setup and configure accessories and parts of mobile devices, configure basic mobile device network connectivity and application support.

NETWORKING

This domain focuses on networking. It presents a comprehensive look at a wide variety of networking concepts.  You will gain an understanding on transmission control protocol (TCP) and user datagram protocol (UDP), common networking hardware, protocols for wireless networking, services provided by networked hosts, basic wired/wireless small office/home office (SOHO) networks, common network configuration concepts, internet connection types/network types and networking tools.

HARDWARE

This domain focuses on hardware and all pertinent information such as basic cable types and their connectors, installation of appropriate RAM, selecting and installing storage devices, installing and configuring motherboards, central processing units (CPU), installing and replacing appropriate power supplies, deploying and configuring multifunction devices/printers, and installing and replacing printer consumables.

VIRTUALIZATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING

This domain focuses on the importance of virtualization and cloud computing in the professional world. It will explore and cover, summarize cloud-computing concepts and summarize aspects of client-side virtualization.

HARDWARE AND NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING

Hardware and network troubleshooting is the cornerstone of help desk and desktop support. It has therefore become the largest of all domains on the CompTIA+ Core 1 certification exam.You will learn how to apply the best practice methodology to resolve problems and troubleshoot problems related to motherboards/RAM/CPU/power, storage drives and RAID arrays, video issues, mobile devices, printer issues, and wired/wireless network

CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102)

OPERATING SYSTEMS

This domain provides an understanding of operating systems that is essential to the role of an IT Professional. You will learn how to work with a variety of different devices that are deployed within the corporate network. Moreover, understanding how to use these various systems and their peculiarities is essential to configuring them in accordance with corporate policy and identifying and correcting any issues.

SECURITY

This domain focuses on a deep dive into security, an essential to the role of an entry-level IT technician. You will explore commonly received trouble tickets dealing with malware infections, phishing attacks and other security threats. You will learn how to maintain the productivity of the workforce and the security of the corporate IT environment requiring knowledge and expertise in properly identifying, diagnosing, and remediating various security threats. This domain will also teach the security concepts, how to remediate various cyber threats and security best practices.

SOFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING

This domain focuses on troubleshooting at various levels within the endpoint, including common Windows OS issues, PC security problems, and common functionality and security issues in mobile devices. It involves managing trouble tickets raised by an organization’s employees, so skills in software troubleshooting are essential for success.

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

This domain, operational procedures, is essential as it ensures know-how on executing the job properly without creating legal, reputational, or other issues. It contains nine sub-domains covering a wide range of topics from best practices associated with documentation and support systems information management, workstation backup and recovery methods, environmental impacts and local environmental controls, basics of scripting and use of remote access technologies among others.

The Key to Your IT Career

Being CompTIA A+ certified means that you understand the cutting-edge fundamentals of computer hardware and software. You’ll learn how to troubleshoot a wide range of devices, from computers to smartphones. CompTIA A+ is the best starting point for any career in IT – it can help you get your first job in IT, and set you on a path to IT success.

Allows You to Go Anywhere

There’s no limitation to what you can do with CompTIA A+. Since the certification does not focus on vendor-specific hardware and software, it enables you to focus on building your foundation of tech knowledge and to become familiar with the technology vocabulary you need on your career path, no matter which direction you take. The paths toward in-demand areas such as computer networking and cybersecurity in any vendor environment are wide open with CompTIA A+. Plus, A+ holds ISO/ANSI accreditation status, which means that your certification is trusted by employers worldwide.

Allows You to Work From Anywhere

Many jobs in IT today do not require employees to work at an office or another specific location anymore. With CompTIA A+, you can get access to careers that enable you to work from any location, no matter if that is an employer’s office or your home.

Open the Door to Better Pay

Jobs in IT are among the best paying in our time, and there are plenty available, with new ones being created every day. While landing a job depends on many factors, CompTIA A+ is a powerful and respected credential that employers trust and can get you hired for your first job in IT. Staying on your path, collecting experience, additional certifications and education, will give you the opportunity to thrive in your career and achieve your income goals.

Leads the Way to a Better Work–Life Balance

Getting into IT with CompTIA A+ puts you in charge of your work–life balance. Moving from a stressful, physically demanding or unsatisfying career into IT could give your life new meaning. Many careers in IT come with manageable stress levels, a sense of accomplishment, ways to improve your mental and physical health and opportunities for promotion. Not to mention you’ll still have enough time for meaningful relationships with friends and family.

Built by IT Industry Experts

The CompTIA A+ certification is built and continuously updated by a group of IT industry experts in various industries and professions. When you get CompTIA A+ certified, you know that your knowledge matches the expectations actual employers are setting for their IT staff today. It means that those who live and breathe IT at the pulse of change every day are confident that you have the expertise to get the job done.

Held By More Than 1 Million People

When you earn your CompTIA A+ certification, you join more than 1 million other IT professionals who have built their IT career on this certification.

An Achievement

Passing your CompTIA A+ exams requires, in most cases, learning and training effort. Depending on what you already know, depending on how familiar you are with computer hardware and computer software, and depending on how easily you can acquire new knowledge, it may take days or weeks to get ready for the two exams that lead to a CompTIA A+ certification. Yet, when you earn your certification, you’ll not only have a powerful professional credential, but also an award of achievement and completion that you can showcase with pride.

Shows That You Are Serious About Your Career

Once you are A+ certified, CompTIA makes it easy for you to renew your certification and update your knowledge with recertification and training options.Staying on this path is evidence of your commitment to your career and your diligence to keep up with the newest developments in the IT industry.

Makes You Part of a Community

CompTIA A+ certification holders have formed a strong community you can learn from, interact with, ask for advice from and give back to. Find your peers in social networks – such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Reddit – or in person with CompTIA’s IT professional association, AITP, which you can join on a national and local level to grow your career.

Why Should I Get CompTIA A+ Certified?

CompTIA A+ will either help you get your start in IT or help you get promoted in your current job. It is the industry standard for establishing a career in IT and is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles.

How Do I Get My CompTIA A+ Certification?

You will earn the CompTIA A+ certification by passing two separate exams. These two exams that lead to CompTIA A+ certification are not that much different from any other written test. Both exams use various question types to verify your knowledge in specific areas of information technology, such as computer hardware and software as they relate to IT support. Being well prepared remains your best bet to score a positive exam outcome of passing the tests and being awarded the CompTIA A+ certification

How Long Does the CompTIA A+ Certification Last?

Your CompTIA A+ certification is good for three years from the date you pass your certification exam. Through our continuing education program, you can easily renew CompTIA A+ and extend it for additional three-year periods. Read on to learn more about the certification period and how you can renew CompTIA A+.

What Will I Be Able To Achieve After Taking The Certification?

Any professional in the cybersecurity world would undoubtedly benefit from having this certification from a well-known certifying organization, CompTIA.
Establishing your skillset across all domains that A+ covers will build a career that promises better pay and benefits than you may have now.
It’s a tried and tested way to get into an IT career and grow.

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The online training and certification exam preparation program offers a flexible, self-paced learning experience. As it is an open enrollment program, you have the freedom to register and begin learning whenever you like.
Once you sign up, you will have 180 days to complete the training program, though it’s possible to finish it in under a week.