CompTIA A+ Certificate

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COMMITMENT

Less Than 6 Months

MODE OF STUDY

On-Ground, Hybrid, Online

TERMS OFFERED

Fall, Spring, Summer

CAREER FIELD(S)

Computers - Information Technology

COST

$1,300

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Exams and textbooks are not included in price.

FUNDING

WIOA, SNAP

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CAMPUSES

Asnuntuck, Capital, Gateway, Housatonic, Manchester, Middlesex, Naugatuck Valley, Northwestern, Norwalk, Quinebaug Valley, Three Rivers, Tunxis

Ready to kick-start your IT career? Whether you're breaking into the world of IT or leveling up your skills, the CompTIA A+ Certificate is your launchpad to an in-demand career in tech.

The CompTIA A+ Certificate prepares students for careers in the fast-growing information technology (IT) industry. As the industry-standard credential for IT support roles, the A+ certification verifies foundational skills across hardware, networking, mobile devices, operating systems, cybersecurity basics, and troubleshooting. This course is ideal for students beginning an IT career and serves as a launching pad for more advanced certifications and job opportunities.

Students who complete this course will be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 certification exams.

In This Course You'll Learn To:

install and configure PCs, laptops, mobile devices and software
understand the fundamentals of networking and security
troublshoot operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux)
provide hardware and peripheral support
utilize virtualization, cloud computing and scripting basics
behave and communicate professionally in the field of IT support

Careers in Information Technology:

Graduates of the CompTIA A+ program often pursue entry-level roles such as:

IT Support Specialist
Help Desk Technician
Desktop Support Technician
Technical Support Analyst
Field Service Technician

This certification also creates a pathway toward further training in Network+, Security+, and Cybersecurity fields.