CompTIA Certified Technician Program

A+ Certification Information

CompTIA A+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of computer service technicians with the equivalent of 500 hours of hands-on experience. Major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers accept CompTIA A+ as the standard in foundation-level, vendor-neutral certification for service technicians. The exams cover a broad range of hardware and software technologies, but are not bound to any vendor-specific products. The skills and knowledge measured by the CompTIA A+ exams were derived from an industry-wide and worldwide job task analysis. To date, more than 500,000 individuals have obtained CompTIA A+ certification.

Earning CompTIA A+ certification proves that a candidate has a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.

CompTIA Network+ Certification

The CompTIA Network+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of networking professionals with at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training. A typical candidate would have CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge. An accepted foundation-level, vendor-neutral certification for networking professionals, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. There are approximately 135,000 CompTIA Network+ certified professionals worldwide. The skills and knowledge measured by this examination were derived from an industry-wide job task analysis and validated through an industry-wide survey of more than 2,500 participants.

Earning a CompTIA Network+ certification demonstrates that a candidate can describe the features and functions of networking components, and possesses the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. The exam tests technical ability in the areas of media and topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation, and network support. The exam also covers new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

Industry Support for CompTIA Network+

The technology community identifies CompTIA Network+ as the perfect entry into a networking career. Top technology companies including Microsoft, Novell, Cisco, Compaq, Lotus and 3Com recognize CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification track. Many other corporations recommend or require the CompTIA Network+ certification for their IT employees. Companies such as CDW Computer Centers and CompuCom know the value of a CompTIA Network+ certification and require it of their IT employees. NexInnovations relies on IT certifications to validate their employees' skills. As the demand for skilled network support professionals grows, CompTIA Network+ is quickly becoming the standard for networking competency.

Target Jobs for Program Graduates

• Network Support Specialist
• Helpdesk Support Specialist
• PC Support Specialist

Classroom Instruction

• CompTIA A+ Certification (2006 Objectives) (70 hours)
• CompTIA Network+ Certification (2009 Objectives) (35 hours)

Industry Certifications (exam fees included)

• CompTIA A+ Certification
• CompTIA Network+ Certification

Job Search Support

One-on-one assistance from professional Career Consultant providing job search training and coaching,  resume & cover letter writing, and interview skills. More...

Program Length

15 Days, 105 Hours of Instruction