A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world.
- The only credential with performance-based items to prove pros can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks in the moment
- Trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management & technical support roles
- Regularly re-invented by IT experts to ensure that it validates core skills and abilities demanded in the workplace
The A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) covering the following new content:
- Demonstrate baseline security skills for IT support professionals
- Configure device operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iOS and administer client-based as well as cloud-based (SaaS) software
- Troubleshoot and problem solve core service and support challenges while applying best practices for documentation, change management, and scripting
- Support basic IT infrastructure and networking
- Configure and support PC, mobile and IoT device hardware
- Implement basic data backup and recovery methods and apply data storage and management best practices
Jobs that use A+:
- Service Desk Analyst
- Data Support Technician
- Help Desk Tech
- Desktop Support Administrator
- Technical Support Specialist
- End User Computing Technician
- Field Service Technician
- Help Desk Technician
- Associate Network Engineer
- System Support Specialist
9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field.
Pass the A+ Exam
CompTIA
9 skills that you master and validate with A+:
HARDWARE
Identifying, using, and connecting hardware components and devices.
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Install and support Windows OS including command line & client support. Understand Mac OS, Linux and mobile OS.
SOFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including application security support.
NETWORKING
Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO.
HARDWARE & NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshoot device and network issues.
SECURITY
Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections.
MOBILE DEVICES
Install & configure laptops and other mobile devices.
VIRTUALIZATION & CLOUD COMPUTING
Compare & contrast cloud computing concepts &set up client-side virtualization.
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism.
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