How to Get A+ Certification

A+ Certification is offered by CompTIA. It's a popular and widely accepted certification that certifies a computer technician's expert knowledge of hardware and software. The certification tests can be taken by people with little or no experience in technical support as a way to gain entry to the field. The test consists of two exams; one that covers essentials and a second that is geared toward a specific support role.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Get some hands-on experience working with PC hardware, operating systems (DOS and Windows) and basic networking. The A+ exam does not require experience, but the exams are very practical so familiarity with computers is helpful.

2. Find training materials or classes. CompTIA's website lists approved training courses. Free sample exam questions can be found online. Go to your search engine and do a search for "free A+ questions."

3. Decide which test to take. A+ certification requires two exams: A+ Essentials, plus another test geared toward a specific technical role--IT technician, Remote Support Technician and Depot Technician. Read more about each test on the CompTIA website. Enter your name and email address to get a copy of the A+ objectives document.

4. Locate a testing center. The CompTIA A+ exam is given at Thomas Prometric and Pearson VUE or Thomson Prometric facilities. Visit their websites or the CompTIA website to find a testing center in your area.

5. Purchase a voucher from CompTIA. The test must be taken before the voucher expires.

6. Register to take the test.

Resources

• CompTIA.
• Thomson Prometric.
• Pearson Vue.
• Pass it Now features free A+ practice tests.
• Learn That offers free A+ tutorials and articles.

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