The A+ certification validates the latest skills
needed by today’s computer support professionals. It is an
international, vendor-neutral certification recognized by
major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers.
The A+ certification confirms a technician's ability to perform
tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive
maintenance and basic networking. The exams also cover domains
such as security, safety and environmental issues and communication
and professionalism.
The CompTIA A+ Essentials exam from QuickCert measures the
necessary competencies for an entry-level IT professional
with the equivalent of at least 500 hours of hands-on experience
in the lab or field. Hands-on experience or equivalent knowledge
includes installing, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring,
troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing, and performing preventative
maintenance of basic personal computer hardware and operating
systems.
A+ certification ensures the right people have the right
skills. While many of the essential skills are universal,
there are additional skills required to support the needs
of businesses. By offering alternative validation paths for
specific job scenarios, QuickCert’s A+ training course gives
individuals the ability to grow their careers in a certain
area, and employers the flexibility to choose the validation
that best fits their needs.
Prerequisites:
Equivalent of at least 500 hours of hands-on experience
in the lab or field.
Audience:
Any individual wanting to become an IT Technician, Remote/Help
Desk Technician or Depot/Bench Technician
Bill Ferguson, MCT, MCSE, MCP+I, CCSI,
CCNA, A+, Network+, Server+ has been in the computer industry
for over 15 years. Originally, in technical sales and
sales management with Sprint, Bill made his transition
to Certified Technical Trainer in 1997 with ExecuTrain.
Bill now runs his own company as an independent contractor
in Birmingham, Alabama, teaching classes for most of the
national training companies and some regional training
companies as well as many corporations. In addition, Bill
writes and produces technical training material for several
companies. Bill keeps his skills sharp by being a technical
reviewer for books and sample tests.
