CompTIA A+
The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. The international, vendor-neutral certification proves competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security and troubleshooting. The A+ certified technicians also have excellent customer service and communication skills to work with clients.
A+ is part of the certification track for corporations such as Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Cisco and Novell. Other technology companies including CompuCom and Ricoh, have made the A+ certification mandatory for their service technicians. More than 700,000 people worldwide have become CompTIA A+ certified since the program's inception in 1993.
Effective January 2011, Windows 7 content was integrated into the existing CompTIA A+ exams. Our training has been revised to reflect these changes. Also effective in 2011, in order to maintain your CompTIA certification, you will need to re-certify every three years. Make sure your skills are up to date, with our A+ training on CD or online! This course also fulfills one of the DOD 8570 requirements.
Two exams are necessary to be certified: A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701; and A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702.
 Network+
The CompTIA Network+ certification is the sign of a competent networking professional. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that proves a technician's competency in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and configuring basic network infrastructure.
Since its introduction in 1999, more than 235,000 people have become Network+ certified. Microsoft includes Network+ in their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell, Cisco and HP also recognize Network+ as part of their certification tracks.
Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a A+ certification.
Training Options for Network+: Live Boot Camp Class or Self Paced Online/CD
Reference material: Certification Path and Latest news
Security+
The CompTIA Security+ certification designates knowledgeable professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT. Security threats are increasing in number and severity, and the gap between the need for security professionals and qualified IT personnel is the largest of any IT specialty, according to a CompTIA study. Even in a troubled economy, most businesses plan to maintain or increase their investment in security.
Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that proves competency in system security, network infrastructure, access control and organizational security. Major organizations that employ CompTIA Security+ certified staff include Booz Allen Hamilton, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Motorola, Symantec, Telstra, Hitachi, Ricoh, Lockheed Martin, Unisys, Hilton Hotels Corp., General Mills, the U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines.
Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years of technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.
Training Options for Security+: Live Boot Camp Class or Self Paced Online/CD
Reference material: Certification Path and Latest news
CDIA+
The CompTIA CDIA+ exam is an international, vendor-neutral certification that tests expertise in the technologies and best practices used to plan, design, and specify a document imaging management system.
The industry recognizes CDIA+ certification as a consistent, objective way to evaluate imaging industry professionals. Several companies that provide document imaging solutions value and support the CDIA+ certification, including Canon, Ricoh, Konica and Kyocera
Training Options for CDIA+: Self Paced Online/CD
Reference material: Certification Path and Latest news
Linux+
CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI consists of two exams, LX0-101 and LX0-102. The exams cover system architecture; Linux installation and package management; GNU and Unix commands; devices, Linux filesystems, and the Filesystem Hierarchy Standard. Professionals who pass the exam can work at the Linux command line, perform maintenance tasks, assist users, and install and configure workstations.
Earning the certification is a stepping stone to vendor-specific training, such as Oracle Certified Associate and Novell SUSE Linux programs.
A new benefit for CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI candidates is that they may choose, at the time they take the exams, to have their exam record forwarded to the Linux Professional Institute. Certification in Linux+ Powered by LPI enables candidates to become certified in LPIC-1 as well, enabling further participation in the LPI program if the candidate chooses. Please note that CompTIA maintains candidate-confidential records for all exam takers, for their own access and use for employment or educational purposes. Any choice to forward an exam record to LPI is made only by the candidate.
Training Options for Linux+: Live Boot Camp Class or Self Paced Online/CD
Reference material: Certification Path and Latest news |
