How to Get The Comptia A+ Certification
The comptia A+ certification is one of many IT certifications for getting an entry level job in the IT (information technology) field as a certified technician. Comptia stands for Computer Technology Industry Association.
Job seekers with the A+ certification on their resume show competency and knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, troubleshooting and repairing PC's.
In order to get the comptia A+ certification two exams must be passed. The first exam is the essentials exam and the second is the IT technician exam.
The A+ certification is meant for people who have at least 6 months experience working in information technology, but anyone who is new and entering the IT field can study and take the test.
Employers may request that their existing IT technicians get the A+ certification if they haven't already done so.
Here's how to go about getting the comptia A+ certification...............
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Decide if information technology jobs are something that really interest you. Research other certifications and job opportunities available for information technology jobs before you begin your studies. The comptia A+ certification is perfect to start with if you're wanting to enter the IT field or if you're looking to get some new credentials for your resume.
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Sign up for some online prep courses to study for the A+ certification exams. The courses will cost anywhere from $100-$200, but some far less. Usually there's at least three prep courses you can take and then you're qualified to take the exams. The prep courses are a good way to refresh skills and hardware knowledge, especially if you're new to information technology.
Take advantage of the recommended practice exam site in the resources section below. The site has very helpful practice exams for comptia and all of the Microsoft certifications.
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Find an old PC for studying hardware and components. This will help you pass the exam for the A+ certification. The PC doesn't even have to work, just as long as you can remove the parts and study them. Don't use your regular every day PC because you will be taking it apart frequently and you might damage the hardware. Ask a friend for an old PC that they might not want, or look on Craigslist.org for free computers that someone might be throwing out.
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Go on the internet and search for testing centers in your area that have the exams for comptia A+ certification. Local community colleges usually provide testing for the exams.
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Go online and find vouchers for the A+ certification exams. Sometimes if you buy a voucher, you get a discounted price to take them. The exam prices ranges from $120-$170.
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Study your PC and download practice exams online and you'll be sure to ace the exams on your test day. Most of the questions on the exams are multiple choice. The first exam is the essentials exam and it focuses a lot on PC components and operating systems among other things. The IT technician exam focuses on similar things as the first exam but a great deal of it has to do with the communication and professionalism importance of information technology jobs.
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