What You’ll Learn
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In this three-class bundle, you'll learn everything from the core concepts of an IT career to networking and infrastructure, setting you up for success in taking three key certification exams through CompTIA, one of the world's leading industry partners:
Class 1: CompTIA Tech+
- This class is one week, starting October 14, 2024, and ending October 21, 2024.
- Upon the completion of this class, you'll be offered a seat to take the CompTIA Tech+ exam, FC0-U71.
- This class takes the place the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (as of August 2024).
See below for more details on Class 1.
Class 2: CompTIA A+
- This class is a 7-week course and starts October 28, 2024, and ends December 17, 2024.
- This class can be converted (or cross-walked) to credit at Ivy Tech Community College for these classes:
- ITSP 132 IT Support Essentials I and
- ITSP 134 IT Support Essential II and
- ITSP 136 Workforce Preparation: CompTIA A+ Certification
- Upon completion of this class, you'll be offered a seat to take the CompTIA A+ exams, 220-1101 & 220-1102.
See below for more details on Class 2.
Class 3: CompTIA Network+
- This class is 8 weeks long, starting January 13, 2025, and ending March 10, 2025.
- This class can be converted (or cross-walked) into credit at Ivy Tech for these classes:
- NETI 104 Introduction to Networking
- NETI 114 Workforce Preparation: CompTIA Network+ Certification
- Upon completion of the class, you'll be offered a seat to take the CompTIA Network+ exams, N10-008 & N10-009.
See below for more details on Class 3.
Career Options
With a CompTIA A+ certification, you'll be well-prepared for entry-level positions such as IT Support Technician, Help Desk Analyst, or Desktop Support Administrator. The skills acquired in this course help to improve your problem-solving capabilities, making you an asset to any IT team and opening doors to advanced roles in IT management and systems administration.
Earning the CompTIA Network+ certification can lead to careers as Network Administrator, Network Technician, or Systems Engineer. This course strengthens your networking knowledge, enabling you to design, implement, and manage networks effectively—skills that are critical for advancement in IT careers.
Class Details
The hybrid model of these classes includes a mix of scheduled online lectures and virtual, hands-on lab sessions. Students should have a basic understanding of IT concepts and terminology prior to enrollment, as well as reliable internet access for online components.