Online CompTIA A+ Training Course
CompTIA
Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam

CompTIA’s A+ certification is the top credential for associate-level IT professionals. This 100% online course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. You’ll learn how to install and configure operating systems, expand IT security, troubleshoot software and other common operational procedures.

“I would recommend the CompTIA A+ course to someone in my position. If you need to get this type of IT information quickly all in one place and for a good price, the class is great for that,” David P.

Job Outlook for CompTIA A+ Certified IT Professionals
  • According to PayScale.com, certified IT and computer support specialists can earn around $44,970 per year on average.
  • Earning CompTIA A+ certification expands job opportunities for computer and IT support specialists because it focuses on knowledge that can be applied across computer systems and networks.
  • The Bureau of Labor Statistics also lists “Computer Support Specialist” among its most promising career areas, expecting 10 percent annual growth in job opportunities over the coming decade.
CompTIA A+ FAQs
  • WHY SHOULD I GET COMPTIA A+ CERTIFIED?

    The CompTIA A+ certification addresses performance-based topics and questions that prove you can think on your feet and solve systems, software and network problems in real-time.

  • WHY DOES COMPTIA A+ CERTIFICATION MATTER FOR IT SUPPORT SPECIALISTS?

    As the most respected associate-level IT certification in the industry, CompTIA A+ certification verifies that you have passed a standard that is supported by companies like Intel, Dell and HP.

  • WHAT DO IT/COMPUTER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS DO?

    Support specialists install and support hardware, including computers, accessories, mobile devices and network equipment. They also monitor, maintain and troubleshoot hardware, networks, operating systems and applications.

  • WHICH JOB TITLES IS THE COMPTIA A+ CERTIFICATION ASSOCIATED WITH?

    Every organization creates its own job titles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals could work as a service desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support administrator, help desk technician or system support specialist.

Course Objectives
  • Learn the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting processes for most devices.
  • Be fully prepared to sit for the CompTIA 220-1001 and 220-1002 certification exams.
Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course.  This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Curriculum
  • COMPTIA A+ (220-1001)

  • Introduction to the 220-1001 section of the CompTIA A+ exam

  • HARDWARE

    Desktop and laptop assembly, motherboards, BIOS and Processors

  • HARDWARE PART II

    Troubleshooting cooling and power issues, maintaining and install hard drives and storage

  • NETWORKING

    Common approaches to network connections, router setup, TCP/IP and local networking

  • MOBILE AND MORE

    Mobile device security and virtualization

  • COMPTIA A+ (220-1002)

    Introduction to the 220-1002 section of the CompTIA A+ exam

  • WINDOWS

    Tools for installing and maintaining Windows interfaces, command lines and remote desktops

  • TROUBLESHOOTING

    Solving problems with boot process, startup and re-installation

  • SECURITY

    Best practices for securing Windows from malicious software

  • MAC & LINUX

    Troubleshooting and maintaining MacOS and Linux operating systems

Instructors

  • David Grimes

    David Grimes has more than 10 years of management and leadership experience in the private and non-profit sectors. Grimes is passionate about technology and education, having worked as academic dean, student services director, technology coordinator, teacher, consultant, and technology columnist. He holds a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Science from Ohio State University, both in Technology Education.

Registration and Enrollment

This course is 100% online.  Start anytime with 6 months to complete.