COMPTIA A+ Certification
How do I earn my CompTIA A+ Certification?
CompTIA A+ formerly consisted of one exam focused on hardware technologies and concepts and another on operating systems technologies and concepts. These two skill categories remain the foundation for the technical skills and knowledge needed by entry-level IT workers. However, as technologies, businesses, working environments and customers have evolved, so have the necessary skills of the IT worker. The exam updates reflect the demand for IT workers with a well-rounded skill set.
The updated offering still consists of two tests. However, both include hardware and operating system concepts along with additional domains such as security, safety and environmental issues and communication and professionalism. The updated core offering fits most, but some job environments may require validation of a different set of skills. In recognition of the evolution of the entry-level IT professional, the updated CompTIA A+ now offers alternative validation paths for specific job scenarios.
In order to achieve the A+ Certification, you need to pass 2 Exams:
CompTIA A+ Essentials Exam Plus One Elective Exam:
220-602 – A+ Certification - IT Technician
220-603 – A+ Certification – Remote Support Technician
220-604 – A+ Certification – Depot Technician http://www.ace.co.nz/Schedules.aspx
CompTIA A+ Essentials
CompTIA A+ Essentials validates knowledge of basic computer hardware and operating systems, covering skills such as installation, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and preventive maintenance, with additional elements of security and soft skills.
The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by any entry-level service technician regardless of job environment.
CompTIA A+ 220-602
The CompTIA A+ 220-602 exam is targeted for individuals who work or intend to work in a mobile or corporate technical environment with a high level of face-to-face client interaction. Examples job roles include: Enterprise Technician, IT Administrator, Field Service Technician, PC Technician. Ideally, the CompTIA A+ 220-602 candidate has already passed the CompTIA A+ Essentials examination.
CompTIA A+ 220-603
The CompTIA A+ 220-603 examination is targeted for individuals who work or intend to work in a remote-based work environment where client interaction, client training, operating system and connectivity issues are emphasized. Example job roles include: Remote Support Technician, Help Desk Technician, Call Center Technician. Ideally, the CompTIA A+ 220-603 candidate has already passed the CompTIA A+ Essentials examination.
CompTIA A+ 220-604
The CompTIA A+ 220-604 examination is targeted for individuals who work or intend to work in settings with where hardware related activities are emphasized. Example job roles include: Depot Technician, Bench technician. Ideally, the CompTIA A+ 220-604 candidate has already passed the CompTIA A+ Essentials examination.
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