We always recommend that prior to training you should take advice from an industry expert. With their help you can be confident you're on the right course and be sure that the content of the learning package fits the skills of the job you're seeking. Always use a provider that specialises in IT training geared to the needs of industry.
The CompTIA A+ training program covers four areas of training; you're considered A+ competent when you've passed the test for two of the four areas. For this reason, most colleges offer only two of the training courses.
Don't be drawn in- you will need the training for all four areas when you are in the work place. We know from experience that this will give you a distinct advantage at interview as well. You only need to take two of the exams for certification, so you can choose which one you take alongside the CompTIA 'Essentials' exam, or if you prefer you can sit all four. If you intend to progress to the MCSE level then only take two.
What Work Will CompTIA A+ Training lead To?
CompTIA A+ on its own will mean fixing, building and repairing stand-alone PC's and MAC's which are not part of a large network - usually personal computers in the home market.
If you add into the mix user-skills such as ECDL, MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) or MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician), it will open the door to help-desk work. This could involve solving problems and giving instructions verbally over the phone for a client to follow, or more increasingly using remote access tools to take over someone's computer via the internet or network.
If working in a company looking after it's network is your goal, a CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft networking route (MCSA - MCSE) will be required to add to your networking skills.
If you are attracted to this sort of work, then you're probably a practical, hands-on sort of person. You prefer to learn by getting stuck in and having a go! Reading manuals is a last resort when you can't figure out what to do next, and any manuals you have got are probably gathering dust, and you've never read a whole one.
If you're half smiling and thinking, that's me, What you need is fully interactive on-screen training. The study route of dry manuals and classrooms is something you would have to make yourself do.
With modern technology you can now watch full motion video tutorials followed by on screen practical examples of what to do, and then practice your new found skills by interacting with the software in virtual labs. You'll want to get back to it again soon, and it's all sitting on your computer anytime you're ready, with no need to trudge along to classes every week.
Back this up with online 24/7 support from industry experts and you've got the perfect package for you. Oh yes... If you look around you can find a course that costs considerably less than the competition too. - 16039
The CompTIA A+ training program covers four areas of training; you're considered A+ competent when you've passed the test for two of the four areas. For this reason, most colleges offer only two of the training courses.
Don't be drawn in- you will need the training for all four areas when you are in the work place. We know from experience that this will give you a distinct advantage at interview as well. You only need to take two of the exams for certification, so you can choose which one you take alongside the CompTIA 'Essentials' exam, or if you prefer you can sit all four. If you intend to progress to the MCSE level then only take two.
What Work Will CompTIA A+ Training lead To?
CompTIA A+ on its own will mean fixing, building and repairing stand-alone PC's and MAC's which are not part of a large network - usually personal computers in the home market.
If you add into the mix user-skills such as ECDL, MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) or MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician), it will open the door to help-desk work. This could involve solving problems and giving instructions verbally over the phone for a client to follow, or more increasingly using remote access tools to take over someone's computer via the internet or network.
If working in a company looking after it's network is your goal, a CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft networking route (MCSA - MCSE) will be required to add to your networking skills.
If you are attracted to this sort of work, then you're probably a practical, hands-on sort of person. You prefer to learn by getting stuck in and having a go! Reading manuals is a last resort when you can't figure out what to do next, and any manuals you have got are probably gathering dust, and you've never read a whole one.
If you're half smiling and thinking, that's me, What you need is fully interactive on-screen training. The study route of dry manuals and classrooms is something you would have to make yourself do.
With modern technology you can now watch full motion video tutorials followed by on screen practical examples of what to do, and then practice your new found skills by interacting with the software in virtual labs. You'll want to get back to it again soon, and it's all sitting on your computer anytime you're ready, with no need to trudge along to classes every week.
Back this up with online 24/7 support from industry experts and you've got the perfect package for you. Oh yes... If you look around you can find a course that costs considerably less than the competition too. - 16039
About the Author:
Scott Edwards has been working in IT and Computer Training for 30 yrs. He reckons he really should know what he's doing by now. So if you're considering CompTIA A+ Training, visit LearningLolly IT Training.
