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CompTIA Certifications

For individuals, attaining certifications means increased job security, additional career opportunities and increased credibility in the workplace. For businesses, hiring certified workers means higher customer satisfaction, increased productivity and lower employee turnover.


CompTIA A+

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CompTIA A+ certification validates foundation-level knowledge and skills necessary for a career in PC support. It is the starting point for a career. 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. 

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 technical understanding 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.

Candidate job roles include enterprise technician, field service technician, PC or support technician and IT administrator. CompTIA A+ is part of the certification track for corporations such as Microsoft, HP and Cisco. Other technology companies, including Dell, Intel, Lenovo and Ricoh, have made CompTIA A+ certification mandatory for their service technicians. The U.S. Department of Defense recognizes CompTIA A+ and the Department of Homeland Security requires it as part of their computer forensics program.

Test Details
Required exams CompTIA A+ Essentials
CompTIA A+ Practical Application
Number of questions 100 for each exam
Length of test 90 minutes each
Passing score 675 for CompTIA A+ Essentials
700 for CompTIA A+ Practical Application 
(on a scale of 100-900)
Languages English
Exam codes 220-701 or JK0-701 for CompTIA A+ Essentials
220-702 or JK0-702 for CompTIA A+ Practical Application


CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Network+ certification proves knowledge of networking features and functions and is the leading vendor-neutral certification for networking professionals.  

The exam addresses the latest skills needed by technicians, such as basic principles on how to secure a network.

The exam covers network technologies, media and topologies, devices, management, tools and security. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

Candidate job roles include network administrator, network technician, network installer, help desk technician and IT cable installer. Companies such as Dell, HP, Ricoh, Sharp and Xerox recommend or require CompTIA Network+ for their networking technicians. The U.S. Department of Defense also recognizes CompTIA Network+. 

Test Details
Number of questions 100
Length of test 90 minutes
Passing score 720 
(on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended experience CompTIA A+ certification and nine months networking experience
Languages English
Exam codes N10-004 and JK0-016


CompTIA Security+Comptia security plus

CompTIA Security+ certification designates knowledgeable professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT.

CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates competency in:

  • Network security
  • Compliance and operational security
  • Threats and vulnerabilities
  • Application, data and host security
  • Access control and identity management
  • Cryptography

CompTIA Security+ not only ensures that candidates will apply knowledge of security concepts, tools, and procedures to react to security incidents, it ensures that security personnel are anticipating security risks and guarding against them.

Candidate job roles include security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, systems administrator, and network administrator. Organizations that employ CompTIA Security+ certified staff include Hitachi Information Systems (Japan), Trendmicro (Philippines), Lockheed Martin, the U.S. State Department, Prestariang Systems Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) and U.S. government contractors such as EDS, General Dynamics and Northrop Grumman. CompTIA Security+ is one of the options for certifications required by the U.S. Department of Defense, for military personnel or military contractors engaged in information assurance activities.

The CompTIA Security+ certification may be kept current through the CompTIA Continuing Education program.

Test Details
Number of questions 100
Length of test 90 minutes
Passing score 750 
(on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended experience CompTIA Network+ certification and two years of technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security.
Languages English
Coming soon: German, Japanese
Exam codes SY0-301, JK0-018    


CompTIA Server+Comptia server plus logo

CompTIA Server+ certification validates knowledge of server issues and technology, including disaster recovery. It is a vendor neutral certification that proves knowledge of server hardware and software.

CompTIA Server+ certification validates knowledge of server issues and technology, including disaster recovery. It is a vendor neutral certification that proves knowledge of server hardware and software.

The exam covers system hardware, software, storage,  IT environment, disaster recovery and troubleshooting. CompTIA Server+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification for technical support professionals with 18 to 24 months of IT experience. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended have 18 to 24 months experience in server technology, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

Candidate job roles include network administrator, network engineer, systems engineer, security analyst, web site administrator. Companies such as Dell, HP, IBM, Intel, Lenovo and Xerox recommend or require CompTIA Server+ for their server technicians.

Test Details
Number of questions 100
Length of test 90 minutes
Passing score 750  
(on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended experience CompTIA A+ certification
Languages English
Exam codes SK0-003  


CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPIComptia linux plus logo

CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI is a high-stakes, vendor-neutral certification that validates the fundamental knowledge and skills required of junior Linux administrators.

A new benefit for CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI candidates is that they may choose, at the time they take the exams, to have their exam record forwarded to the Linux Professional Institute. Certification in CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI, attained by passing CompTIA exams LX0-101 and LX0-102, enables candidates to become certified in LPIC-1 as well, enabling further participation in the LPI program if the candidate chooses. Please note that CompTIA maintains candidate-confidential records for all exam takers, for their own access and use for employment or educational purposes. Any choice to forward an exam record to LPI is made only by the candidate.

Two exams are necessary to be certified: LX0-101 and LX0-102.  LX0-101 covers system architecture; Linux Installation and package management; GNU and Unix commands; devices, Linux filesystems, and filesystem hierarchy standard. LX0-102 covers shells, scripting and data management; user interfaces and desktops; administrative tasks; essential system services; networking fundamentals; security. 

Candidate job roles include junior Linux administratorjunior network administratorsystems administratorLinux database administrator and web administrator.Companies such as Dell, HP, IBM, Lenovo and Xerox recommend of require CompTIA Linux+.

Test Details
Required exams Two, LX0-101 and LX0-102
Number of questions 60 for each exam
Length of test 90 minutes each
Passing score 500 
(on a scale of 200-800)
Languages English, German, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese (Taiwan)
Coming Soon: Spanish
Recommended experience CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and at least 12 months of Linux administration experience

 


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