Instructors must hold an active CompTIA A+ Certification.
Students can use this course as preparation leading to the CompTIA A+ certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skill set. Preparation includes practice tests and assignments based on the certification exams.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this program, students will:
About the Certification Exams:
The CompTIA A+ certification requires the student to successfully complete two exams:
After completing this program, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams. After successfully completing the A+ Core 1 and 2 exams, the student will earn the CompTIA A+ Certification.
If you’re a beginner in the IT industry and unsure which certifications to go for first, the A+ provides good foundational knowledge to help you jumpstart your IT career. It is ideal for those who have 9 to 12 months of experience working in the field or a lab or equivalent training.
Once you pass this certification exam, you could be a great candidate for any of the following job roles:
This program is eligible for Workforce Ready Grant (Next Level Jobs) funding. The Next Level Jobs program completely covers your tuition and mandatory fees if you qualify. You are eligible to earn a free credential from Ivy Tech if you fulfill all of the following requirements:
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