CompTIA A+
What is on this CompTIA A+ course?
Our CompTIA A+ course is now delivered exclusively online through a self-led learning platform, allowing learners to study at their own pace, on their own schedule. This course provides a solid foundation in IT, covering the essential skills and knowledge needed to work in IT Support or move into more technical roles.
Learners will have access to high-quality course materials, interactive content, and practice questions—all designed to prepare them for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. An exam voucher is included, so learners can book and sit their exam at a time that suits them.
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What qualification will I get?
On successful completion of the final exam, you’ll receive a CompTIA A+ certification. This certification shows learners have an fundamental understanding of IT and digital infrastructure.
How is the CompTIA A+ course assessed?
Your progress through the self-led CompTIA A+ course is supported by interactive modules and built-in knowledge checks to help you stay on track. Once you’ve completed the course content and feel ready, you can use your included exam voucher to sit the CompTIA A+ certification exam at a time that suits you.
Overview
Duration: Self-paced
Certification: CompTIA A+
Price: £920
This course is an in-depth look at the fundamentals of IT including the setup and management of hardware, software and operating systems.
What modules will be on the CompTIA A+ course?
There are two core modules in the CompTIA A+ course. These modules cover foundational skills in hardware, software, and operating systems.
Core 1 (220 - 1101)
Core 1 of the CompTIA A+ certification focuses on the foundational skills needed to support and manage various IT hardware and networking components. It covers the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of laptops and mobile devices, along with configuring and troubleshooting network connections. Additionally, it covers the installation and troubleshooting of PC components and peripherals.
Core 1 also introduces the basics of setting up virtual machines and understanding cloud service models, diagnosing and resolving common hardware and network issues, and ensures that candidates have the practical skills to handle a wide range of hardware and networking tasks
- Mobile Devices
- Networking
- Hardware
- Virtualisation and Cloud Computing
- Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
Core 2 (220 - 1102)
Core 2 of the CompTIA A+ certification emphasises the skills needed to manage and troubleshoot operating systems, ensure security, and follow best operational practices. It includes the installation, configuration, and management of various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile OS, along with command-line tools and system utilities. The core also focuses on implementing security measures to protect devices and networks, understanding threats and vulnerabilities, and using security tools.
Core 2 also involves diagnosing and resolving software, operating system, application and malware, and emphasises best practices for IT operations, including safety, environmental impacts, communication, documentation, change management, and disaster recovery. Learners are taught to effectively manage and secure IT environments, ensuring smooth and secure operations.
- Operating Systems
- Security
- Software Troubleshooting
- Operational Procedures
Where does the CompTIA A+ course take place?
The CompTIA A+ course is delivered entirely online through our self-led learning portal. Once you sign up, you’ll receive your login details within 48 hours, giving you access to all course materials and interactive content.
The certification exam is also taken online, so you can complete the entire course from the comfort of your own home.
To get started, you’ll just need a computer and a reliable internet connection. Our platform is easy to use and designed to support interactive, independent learning.
What can I do after this course?
The CompTIA A+ course gives learners a strong foundation of IT skills that opens doors to a variety of roles in IT, including:
- Help Desk Technician
- IT Support Specialist
- Technical Support Specialist
- Field Service Technician
- System Administrator
FAQ
Self-led courses can begin as soon as learners receive their account information. This information will be emailed to learners with 48 hours of
You can sign up as many candidates as you like, we will just need some basic information for each learner.
There aren’t any specific prerequisites for this course, but basic knowledge of how to use a computer is needed.
The price for access to the learning materials and the certification email is £920.
Book this Course
Self-led Course
Self-led courses give learners the materials they need pass the CompTIA A+ certification exam, and puts learners in control of their own learning.
- Comprehensive learning materials, designed to be easy to understand and learn.
- Learn at your own pace and in your own way.
- Includes an exam voucher for learners to tackle the CompTIA exam when they are ready.
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Our CompTIA specialist advisors are on hand to answer any questions you may have regarding your next qualification. Simply complete the below form and a member of the team will get back to you very soon.