CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for getting a job in technical support and establishing an IT career. Employers recognize that A+ certified candidates are better prepared to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and understand a wide variety of issues ranging from networking and operating systems to mobile devices and security.

The A+ certification training offered by The Catholic University of America will equip you to pass the two examinations required to earn the A+ certification: Exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. After completing our training you will be able to:

  • Assemble components based on customer requirements;
  • Install, configure, and maintain devices,PCs, and software for end users;
  • Understand the basics of networking and security, including forensics;
  • Apply troubleshooting skills to diagnose, resolve, and document common hardware and software issues;
  • Provide appropriate customer support; and
  • Understand the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging, and deployment.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The A+ certification will position you for the following jobs and more:

  • decorative imageTechnical Support Specialist
  • IT Support Technician
  • Field Service Technician
  • Desktop Support Analyst
  • Help Desk Tier 2 Support

KEY BENEFITS

  • High quality instruction from a CompTIA Registered Academy Partner.
  • Course features an in-classroom instructor with extensive practical experience in computer support fields.
  • Tuition includes voucher for the exam and for up to two additional retakes if necessary.
  • Convenient course location.
  • Student receives copy of student training materials.

PRINCIPAL TOPICS OF INSTRUCTION

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  • Networking
  • Hardware
  • Visualization and cloud computing
  • Operating systems
  • Computer security
  • Software troubleshooting
  • Operational procedures

COURSE FORMAT

Our course provides an in-depth, weeklong preparation for the CompTIA A+ exam under the guidance of an expert. All course materials are provided.

COURSE LOCATION

decorative imageThe Catholic University of America — Alexandria
2050 Ballenger Ave., Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314

This location is a five-minute walk from the King Street Blue and Yellow Line Metrorail station.

Garage and meter parking are available.

TUITION COST

$1,500 per person

UPCOMING CLASS SESSIONS

Choose one of the following Monday through Friday sessions:

  • January xx – xx, 2021, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with one-hour lunch break)
  • February xx – xx, 2021, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with one-hour lunch break)
  • March xx – xx, 2021, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with one-hour lunch break)
  • April xx – xx, 2021, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with one-hour lunch break)
  • May xx – xx, 2021, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with one-hour lunch break)

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