Prepare for the CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ Certifications
Become a certified CompTIA professional and take your career to the next level with our comprehensive training program that aligns with the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams.
Upon completion, you will receive an exam voucher for each certification exam, covering the costs to sit for the certifying exams upon eligibility.
Job Outlook for CompTIA Certified Professionals
According to ZipRecruiter, the average salary for a CompTIA A+ certification is $43,800, with the top earners making $56,500. CompTIA A+ job titles and salaries can include:
• IT support specialist - $54,500
• Field service technician - $46,000
• Desktop support analyst - $60,000
• Help desk tier 2 support - $45,000
The average CompTIA Network+ salary is $73,938 annually, according to ZipRecruiter. Based on in-sights from Infosec, data from three of the top job demand sites (Payscale, Salary.com, and Glassdoor) indicate that the average salary for Network+ certification holders ranges from $75,000 to $79,234, with a rough estimate of around $77,078. This annual salary represents a positive trend compared to the previous average of $72,430, indicating a strong demand for network professionals with this certification.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) also gives percentiles that show the highest and lowest salaries for that job title, according to CompTIA:
• Network administrator - $95,360
• Network support specialist - $ 71,530
• Network system analyst - $103,800
Most of the jobs that IT professionals with a CompTIA Security+ certification would hold fall under the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) category of network and computer systems administrators. The BLS reports that jobs in this category earn a median annual salary of $95,360.
CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ Certification FAQs
The A+, Network+ and Security+ certifications are sequential. A+ focuses on devices; Network+ is dedicated to the hardware, software, and protocols for networking; and Security+ adds the layer of core security functions across devices, networks, and the organizations that deploy them.
According to CompTIA.org, the CompTIA A+ certification costs $253. However, the cost of the exam is included in this course.
According to CompTIA.org, the CompTIA Network+ certification costs $369. However, the cost of the exam is included in this course.
According to CompTIA.org, the CompTIA Security+ certification costs $404. However, the cost of the exam is included in this course.
Course Objectives
- Master fundamental concepts of multiple operating systems to maintain and support them effectively
- Develop troubleshooting skills for software, hardware, connectivity, and network problems
- Gain in-depth knowledge about assembling and disassembling computer parts
- Learn how to compare network types, topologies, and architectures
- Acquire knowledge and skills in networking hardware, tools, and their installation for effective network setup
- Understand TCP/IP functionality, protocols, and IP addressing concepts, including subnetting and VLANs
- Explore cloud computing, virtualization, and remote access systems and methods
- Discover network performance monitoring tools and practices
- Develop expertise in network safety, security threats, vulnerability assessments, and mitigation strategies
- Attain a solid understanding of computer security concepts, network policies, and documentation
- Learn incident preparation, response, and risk management for network security
Prerequisites and Certification Requitements
There are no prerequisites to enroll in this IT certification training course. However, you should have a basic knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems. For example, how to power up and log on to a machine, use a mouse and keyboard, and basic Microsoft Windows navigation skills.
- CompTIA recommends all A+ exam applicants have up to 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field before taking the certification exam. They also state possessing the A+ Certification and a minimum of 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role to complete the Network+ certification exam.
- CompTIA recommends at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus to take the Security+ certification exam.