CompTIA A+ IT Technician
Vocational qualification
Distance
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
6 Months
Attain the two exam qualifications that lead to the full A+ Certificate - internationally recognised as the vendor-neutral technician certificate. Suitable for: Anyone just starting or working in the IT Sector as a Computer Technician - some experience is desirable
About this course
Broadband internet connection and a pc equipped with a sound card and microphone - to enable you to take an active part in on-line training tutorials
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Teachers and trainers (1)
Max Liversidge
Microsoft Master Instructor
Course programme
he 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. CompTIA A+ certified technicians also have excellent customer service and communication skills to work with clients.
CompTIA 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 CompTIA 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.
The latest version of CompTIA A+ is CompTIA A+ 2009 Edition. Two exams are necessary to be certified: CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701; and CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702.
CompTIA A+ Essentials measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with a recommended 500 hours of hands-on experience in the lab or field. It tests for the fundamentals of computer technology, networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism now required of all entry-level IT professionals.
CompTIA A+ Practical Application is an extension of the knowledge and skills identified in CompTIA A+ Essentials, with more of a "hands-on" orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.
Additional information
Career opportunities: IT support, PC Technician, PR repair specialist, PC Installer, Network technician
Contact person: Dr Max Liversidge
CompTIA A+ IT Technician