CompTIA A+ Is the Industry Standard for Establishing a Career in IT.
The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) covering the following new content, emphasizing the technologies and skills IT pros need to support a hybrid workforce:
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Increased reliance on SaaS applications for remote work
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How to remotely diagnose and correct common software, hardware or connectivity problems
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Evolving core technologies from cloud virtualization and IoT device security to data management and scripting
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Multiple operating systems, when to use them and how to keep them running properly
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Reflects the changing nature of the job, including how to assess if it’s best to fix something on site, or send it to a specialized provider
What Skills Will You Learn?
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Hardware- Identifying, using and connecting hardware components and devices, including the broad knowledge about different devices that is now necessary to support the remote workforce
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Operating Systems- Install and support Windows OS including command line and client support, system configuration imaging and troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android and Linux OS
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Software Troubleshooting- Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware and security issues
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Networking- Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO
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Troubleshooting- Troubleshoot real-world device and network issues quickly and efficiently
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Security- Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
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Mobile Devices- Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications to ensure connectivity for end users
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Virtualization and Cloud Computing- Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization
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Operational Procedures- Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism
Exam Details
| Exam Codes |
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 (Core 1) and 220-1102 (Core 2)
Candidates must complete both 1101 and 1102 to earn certification. Exams cannot be combined across the series. |
| Launch Date |
April 2022 |
| Exam Description |
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing.
CompTIA A+ 220-1102 covers operating systems, security, software and operational procedures.
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| Number of Questions |
Maximum of 90 questions per exam |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based |
| Length of Test |
90 Minutes per exam |
| Passing Score |
220-1101: 675 (on a scale of 900)
220-1102: 700 (on a scale of 900) |
| Recommended Experience |
9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field |
| Languages |
English at launch. German, Japanese, Portuguese, Thai and Spanish |
| Retirement |
TBD - Usually three years after launch |
| Testing Provider |
Pearson VUE
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| Price |
$246 USD per exam (See all pricing) |
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