I need a bit of info on A+ Certification

I am interested in becoming A+ Certified. I can build Windows XP and Vista 32-bit computers from scratch, and can maintain them well. I can troubleshoot most problems, including hardware, software, and network. I have been heavily interested in computers for about 4 years now, and want to take my skills further and make a career out of it.

I need to know what I am getting in to before I start. How difficult is the A+ exam? How many parts are there and what is covered? Could you give me a couple of examples of what the A+ test will ask of me?

I am seriously interested in becoming certified, and it looks great on a resume.

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Plantwiz

sgtdisturbed47 wrote:

I am interested in becoming A+ Certified. I can build Windows XP and Vista 32-bit computers from scratch, and can maintain them well. I can troubleshoot most problems, including hardware, software, and network. I have been heavily interested in computers for about 4 years now, and want to take my skills further and make a career out of it.

I need to know what I am getting in to before I start. How difficult is the A+ exam? How many parts are there and what is covered? Could you give me a couple of examples of what the A+ test will ask of me?

I am seriously interested in becoming certified, and it looks great on a resume.

First, welcome

Second, due to the NDS no one will be able to provide specifics of the exam, however you are more then able to download the objectives from CompTIA and review them. There are also FAQs on the CompTIA site that will likely address most of your questions.

You may also check out the stickies in the forums here and of course the TechNotes.

Good Luck!

apena7

i was going to take this test, but i thought it retired.

matradley

muyloco286 wrote:

i was going to take this test, but i thought it retired.

The 220-301 and the 220-302 have been retired. You have to take the 2006 objectives now.

techgeek07

The test didn't retire, it just changed. Instead of the hardware and software exams, you'll now need to take 601(essentials) + one of the following: 602 (IT technician), 603 (remote technician), 604 (depot technician). 602 is the most comprehensive. The test is an entry level exam, some people find it hard (as there is alot of info to know) but, personally, I had no problem with it. It is expensive, but, it can help you get your foot in the door. Hope this helps, GL

sprkymrk

Have you checked out the practice exams here?

http://www.techexams.net/coexams.shtml

apena7

thanks for the clarification, techgeek07. now, i'll be sure to study and knock these exams out in the near future.