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All of our centres are fully open for in centre study and exams. Distance Learning (home study) courses are still available.
All of our centres are fully open for in centre study and exams. Distance Learning (home study) courses are still available.
CompTIA A+ provides the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in PC support. This course is designed to help you learn the skills required to gain an internationally recognised and endorsed IT accreditation.
Enquire nowThis is a great course suitable for beginners to the IT industry. Gaining the A+ qualification is essential for anyone looking to pursue a career in IT support for roles such as IT Support Technician, PC Support, IT Helpdesk Engineer etc.
Awarded 100 CPD points upon successful completion
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A+ (220-1001) DOMAIN 1: MOBILE DEVICES
Laptop Hardware and Components
Install Laptop Display Components
Laptop Features
Types of Mobile Devices
Mobile Device Accessories and Ports
Mobile Device Networks and Apps
Mobile Device Synchronization
A+ (220-1001) DOMAIN 2: NETWORKING
Ports, Protocols and their Purpose
Networking Hardware Devices
SOHO Networks
Wireless Networking Protocols
Server Types
IP Addressing
Internet Connection Types
A+ (220-1001) DOMAIN 3: HARDWARE
Cable Types, Features and Purposes
Common Connector Types
RAM Types
Install and Configure Storage Devices
Internal PC Parts
Peripheral Types
Power Supply Types and Features
PC Configurations
Install and Configure Common Devices
Configure Printers and Settings
A+ (220-1001) DOMAIN 4: VIRTUALISATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING
Cloud Computing Concepts
Client-Side Virtualisation
A+ (220-1001) DOMAIN 5: HARDWARE AND NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Methods
Troubleshoot Hardware Problems
Troubleshoot Hard Drives and RAIDs
Troubleshoot Video and Display Issues
Troubleshoot Mobile Device Issues
Troubleshoot Printers
Wired and Wireless Network Problems
A+ (220-1002) DOMAIN 1: OPERATING SYSTEMS
Compare and Contrast Operating Systems
Windows Versions
OS Installation and Upgrade Methods
Operating System Features and Tools
Control Panel Utilities
Application Installation Concepts
Windows Networking Configuration
MAC Features
Basic Linux Commands
A+ (220-1002) DOMAIN 2: SECURITY
Physical Security Measures
Logical Security Concepts
Wireless Security Protocols
Detect, Remove and Prevent Malware
Threats and Vulnerabilities
Windows OS Security Settings
Workstation Security Best Practices
Securing Mobile Devices
Destruction and Disposal Methods
SOHO Network Security
A+ (220-1002) DOMAIN 3: SOFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING
Windows OS Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot PC Security Issues
Malware Removal Best Practices
Common Mobile Device Symptoms
Mobile OS and App Security Issues
A+ (220-1002) DOMAIN 5: OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
Documentation Best Practices
Change Management Best Practices
Disaster Prevention and Recovery
Common Safety Procedures
Personal Safety
Environmental Impacts and Controls
Licensing, Privacy, Prohibited Content
Communication and Professionalism
Scripting Basics
Remote Access Technologies
Final Thoughts
* Vendor specific exams may need to be organised separately. Please speak to our Course Advisor for details.
Ultimately the aim of this A+ training course is to help put you in the perfect position to sit the CompTIA A+ examinations 220-901 and 220-902*.
You'll learn how to install, repair, upgrade, configure, optimise and troubleshoot on PCs and operating system.
During your training you will learn how to install, repair, upgrade, configure, optimise and troubleshoot on PCs and operating systems - essential, valuable skills in demand in the IT industry.
Before starting this course a familiarity with computers and basic computer terminology would be an advantage but no formal IT qualifications are required to be obtained prior to starting this course.
Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: -
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
There may be the opportunity to apply for funded grants that can help towards the cost of training. These include the Skills Development Scotland ITAs and the ReAct programme in Wales. All schemes will have different terms and conditions that will need to be met in order to qualify for a grant and these are managed by each individual centre.
We’d recommend you speak to a Course Advisor in your local centre to find out whether they are registered to offer any such schemes and discuss your requirements further.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
If you study this A+ training course you will have the ability to work as an IT Professional, maybe as an IT Support Technician, or work on a helpdesk in an IT support department or even start your own business up as a self-employed technician repairing PCs etc.
Further on from this training you could look to specialise in Server Support, Network Support or IT Security. All these options will require additional study to full grasp the technical abilities but could lead to a rewarding career as a Network Support Technician, Server Support Technician or IT Support Manager for example.
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| IT Support Technician Diploma with CompTIA | Diploma | IT | More Info Enquire now |
| Network Support Technician Diploma | Diploma | IT | More Info Enquire now |
| Network+ | Course | IT | More Info Enquire now |
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