A Quick Glance

CompTIA A+ is an entry-level certification which provides fundamental understanding of core IT technologies and support skills. Designed for those new to IT, CompTIA A+ is a prerequisite for many support and administration jobs, and because it's vendor-neutral, it can be used anywhere, in any industry.

Our CompTIA A+ course consists of 5 days of rigorous preparation for the CompTIA A+ exam, providing a full understanding of today's technologies and how to use them. This includes PC components, networking devices and operating systems such as Windows.

 

Who should take this course

  • Service Desk Analyst
  • Data Support Technician
  • Help Desk Tech
  • Desktop Support Administrator
  • Technical Support Specialist
  • End User Computing Technician
  • Field Service Technician
  • Help Desk Technician
  • Associate Network Engineer
  • System Support Specialist
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Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites, but basic knowledge of IT and networking is recommended.

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What Will You Learn

CompTIA A+ covers the following technologies:

  • Hardware
  • Operating Systems
  • Software Troubleshooting
  • Networking
  • Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
  • Security
  • Mobile Devices
  • Virtualization and Cloud Computing
  • Operational Procedures
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What's included

  Course Overview

CompTIA A+ certification requires the passing of two exams: 220-1001 and 220-1002. 

220-1001 covers mobile devices, networks, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing. 220-1002 covers operating systems, security, software troubleshooting and operating procedures.

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  Course Content

  • Module 1: PC Components
  • Module 2: Portable Computers
  • Module 3: Operating Systems
  • Module 4: PC Support
  • Module 5: Printers and Scanners
  • Module 6: Networking
  • Module 7: PC Support Industry
  • Module 8: Configuring and Troubleshooting the OS
  • Module 9: Network Support
  • Module 10: PC Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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CompTIA Training

What is CompTIA Certification?

CompTIA is the Computing Technology Industry Association. Created in 1982, among other duties it issues professional IT certifications for those who pass exams. CompTIA’s certifications are issued in over 120 countries and it has provided certifications to 2.2 million people.

 

Steps for achieving CompTIA certification with us:

  • The first step is to enrol onto one of our CompTIA certification courses. These are:
    • CompTIA A+ - Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of IT hardware, technologies and operating systems
    • CompTIA Security+ - Specialise in network security and learn the core skills required to solve problems and maintain cybersecurity
    • CompTIA Network+ - Learn how to configure, manage and administrate networks
  • Choose from online, classroom or virtual training.
  • Once you’ve finished your course and are ready, use the provided exam voucher to book your exam.

 

Advantages of CompTIA certification

  • Industry-recognised and respected
  • Aligned to specific IT career paths and employer expectations
  • Provides core skills which can be used with any technology, hardware or software
  • Join a community of IT professionals with exclusive access to materials and advice to help you in your career

 



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Oxford is a city located in South East region of England and county town of Oxford-shire. In 2015, it had a population of 168,270 that makes it 52nd the largest town in the United Kingdom. Oxford is one of the fastest growing and diverse city. From London, Oxford is situated at 57 miles, 69 miles from Bristol, 62 miles from both Birmingham and Southampton and 25 miles from Reading.

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Oxford also called ‘City of Dreaming Spires’ is famous for its place in history and the University. For around 800 years, it has been home to various scholars and royalties. Nowadays city has become a cosmopolitan town. With the home to ancient university, it is also growing in information technology. Various businesses are located in and around the city. Oxford is a perfect mix of old and modern and plenty of tourists visit here. They visit many historic buildings, museums, colleges, going out for meal or drink, watching the show or doing shopping, Oxford contain everything.

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