CompTIA A+ certification is an internationally recognized, vendor-neutral certification that many employers consider a prerequisite for entry-level IT employment. A+ certification signifies that the individual is capable of performing tasks such as installation, configuration and troubleshooting of common PC systems. CompTIA A+ is recommended to the basic level IT technicians.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will learn:

• Identify the hardware components of personal computers and mobile digital devices.
• Identify networking and security fundamentals.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot display devices.
• Install and configure peripheral components.
• Manage system components.
• Manage data storage.
• Identify the hardware and software requirements for client environment configurations.
• Identify network technologies.
• Install and configure networking capabilities.
• Support mobile digital devices.
• Support printers and multifunction devices.

Recommended Knowledge: Basic knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems.

220-901: CompTIA A+ Part 1

220-902: CompTIA A+ Part 2

CompTIA A+ Certifications issued in 2011 or later are valid for three years. To keep your certification current, you must complete Continuing Education Units. Learn more about CEUs here.