Course info

The CompTIA A+ certification serves as the industry standard for launching IT careers in today’s digital world. It’s a foundational credential that covers a wide range of essential topics. Let’s dive into the details:

Purpose and Benefits:
Pre-Career Certification: CompTIA A+ is ideal for individuals who want to establish a career in IT.
Core Technologies: It covers core technologies, including security, networking, virtualization, and more.
Performance Testing: The certification includes performance-based items that test your ability to solve problems in a simulated environment.
Skills Covered:
Hardware: Identify, use, and connect hardware components and devices.
Operating Systems: Install and support Windows OS, troubleshoot for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux OS.
Software Troubleshooting: Diagnose PC and mobile device issues, including OS, malware, and security problems.
Networking: Explain network types, connections (TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, SOHO), and troubleshoot real-world device and network issues.
Security: Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities.
Mobile Devices: Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices.
Virtualization and Cloud Computing: Understand cloud concepts and set up client-side virtualization.
Operational Procedures: Follow best practices for safety, environmental impact, and professionalism.
Exam Details:
Two Exams: CompTIA A+ Core Series consists of two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102).
Content Focus:
Increased reliance on SaaS applications for remote work.
Remote diagnosis and correction of software, hardware, or connectivity issues.
Evolving core technologies (cloud, IoT security, data management, scripting).
Assessing whether to fix something on-site or send it to a specialized provider.
ISO 17024 Compliant: CompTIA A+ meets ISO 17024 standards and is approved by the U.S. DoD.
Trusted by Employers: Employers recognize CompTIA A+ as a go-to certification for endpoint management and technical support roles