A+ Certification is the computer industry recognized credential that certifies the competency of PC Service Specialists. This certification program is backed by over 50 Major computer hardware and software manufacturers, vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications. The CompTIA A+ Essentials helps the student acquire knowledge of basic compute hardware and operating systems, installation, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and preventive maintenance, with additional elements of security and soft skills. The Essentials Exam validates the basic skills needed by any entry-level service technician regardless of job environment. Students who pass both the CompTIA A+ Essentials and Exam 220-602 will become CompTIA A + Certified with the IT Technician designation.

CompTIA A+ Information Technology Technician (220-602)

For further certification and exam information: http://certification.comptia.org/a/new_docs/CompTIA%20A+%202006%20Overview.pdf

The Information Technology Technician Course is targeted for Enterprise Technicians, IT Administrators, Field Service Technicians, and PC Technicians. Students who pass both CompTIA A+ Essentials and exam 220-602 will be CompTIA A+ Certified with the IT Technician designation. Technology and the job of the computer support professional are always changing. CompTIA, as your industry trade association, is constantly reviewing the content of our credentials to ensure they are still current and continue to meet the needs of the industry and the evolving role of the IT worker. Students who pass both the CompTIA A+ Essentials and Exam 220-602 will become CompTIA A + Certified with the IT Technician designation.

CompTIA Network +

For further certification and exam information: http://certification.comptia.org/network/default.aspx

Network+ Certification is a non-vendor, non-product specific certification program that validates your knowledge as a networking professional and demonstrates a wide range of skills required in today's network environments. The program was developed with the support of major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications in the industry. Network+ Certification covers two main areas of competency: Networking Technology and Networking Practices. The Network+ course is a five-day class that prepares students to take the Network+ exam. Furthermore, the Network+ Certification many times is the first step in achieving a Windows 2000 MCSE, Cisco CCNA or CLE Certification.

CompTIA Security +

For further certification and exam information: http://certification.comptia.org/security/default.aspx

This 5 Day Security+ Certification course teaches the skills and knowledge objectives for the CompTIA Security+ certification. Skills the student will learn include identifying access control and authentication methods, identifying services provided by encryption, and managing a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). Upon completing this course, the student will better understand common types of network-based attacks, and how to respond to them. The student will also learn how to harden operating systems, secure remote access, and ensure physical security. In addition to teaching firewall and intrusion-detection technologies, this course teaches critical incident response and system forensics concepts. This course also addresses essential auditing and documentation practices that help measure significant gaps between security policy and actual practice. Finally, the student will learn about the essentials of a disaster recovery plan, how to ensure business continuity, and how to create and manage a security policy. Throughout this course, case studies help ensure that best practices are employed throughout the network using the latest technologies, including wireless implementations.

CompTIA Convergence+ Certification

http://certification.comptia.org/convergence/default.aspx

According to a recent IDC report, “sizeable” opportunities exist for sales of converged solutions to SMBs. Nearly 90 percent of surveyed SMBs believe resellers have the capability to provide the converged solutions they need, and two-thirds already buy most of their communications systems from resellers. Currently, only 17 percent have combined voice and data onto a single network.

To realize these opportunities, businesses must invest in developing the workforce. CompTIA Convergence+ validates knowledge and skills required to combine datacomm, telephony/telecommunications, video and broadcast multimedia technologies onto a single IP-based delivery system. This certification brings together the broad knowledge base necessary to deliver the converged solutions the market demands.

For more information, see the CompTIA brochure.

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