- Type Certification
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Information Technology Specialist (IT Fundamentals)
Earners of the CompTIA A+ Certification have developed the entry-level skills needed to effectively succeed in any entry-level IT position. They are competent in skills supporting today’s core technologies that comprise computer hardware, mobile devices, operating systems, network equipment, virtualization, cloud computing, troubleshooting, and security concepts. There are two options available to complete this micro-credential.
- Type Certification
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Compare Local Networking Hardware
- Configure Network Addressing and Internet Connections
- Configure Windows
- Identify OS Types and Features
- Implement Operational Procedures
- Install Motherboards and Connectors
- Install System Devices
- Manage Windows
- Manage Windows Networking
- Summarize Virtualization and Cloud Concepts
- Support Mobile Devices
- Support Mobile Software
- Support Network Services
- Support Print Devices
- Support Windows
- Troubleshoot PC Hardware
- Use Support and Scripting Tools
Earning Criteria
Standards
ISO 17024 standard as accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)