• Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In order to receive CompTIA A+ certification a candidate must pass two exams. The first exam is CompTIA A+ 220-1001 and second exam is 220-1002 Certification Exam. The CompTIA A+ 220-1001 and 220-1002 examination measures necessary competencies for an entry-level IT professional with the equivalent knowledge of at least 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field.

The CompTIA Network+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of networking professionals. This course teaches the fundamentals of networking and prepares students for the Network+ certification exam. Through hands-on training and exercises students learn the vendor-independent skills and concepts necessary for all networking professionals.

In order to be certified in the latest version of CompTIA Network+, students have to pass exam N10-007: Network+ Certification. The exam addresses the latest skills needed by technicians, such as basic principles on how to secure a network. The exam covers network technologies, media and topologies, devices, management, tools and security. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA Network+ certification

Exam: N10-007 The CompTIA Security+ Certification is a vendor neutral credential. The CompTIA Security+ exam is an internationally recognized validation of foundation-level security skills and knowledge, and is used by organizations and security professionals around the globe. The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify that the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify risk, to participate in risk mitigation activities, and to provide infrastructure, application, information, and operational security. In addition, the successful candidate will apply security controls to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability, identify appropriate technologies and products, trouble shoot security events and incidents, and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations.

Learning Objectives

The CompTIA Security+ Certification is for IT security professionals who have:

  • A minimum of 2 years experience in IT administration with a focus on security
  • Day-to-day technical information security experience
  • Broad knowledge of security concerns and implementation in cloud in the domain

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Risk Management
  • Software Development
  • Systems Development

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.