Overview
Computers and the Internet rule business today, and behind every company's computer system are the technicians that make sure things run smoothly!
South Mountain Community College is your BEST CHOICE when thinking about A+ training! We offer the BEST PRICE, the BEST LAB EQUIPMENT (desktops AND laptops), the BEST TRAINING, and the BEST ONLINE SIMS for you to use at home. Our philosophy of comprehensive training with individualized, hands-on instruction ensures that you will have everything you need to get certified and go to work immediately.
What is “A+ Certification”?
CompTIA A+ is the most recognized and trusted certification for entry-level computer service technicians. From installation to basic networking, employers know CompTIA A+ certified technicians have the knowledge and skills to successfully complete the job. Adding a CompTIA A+ certification to your resume will prove to employers your abilities with core hardware and operating system technologies.
Employment Outlook
Job Prospects are great! According to industry reports the “job category experiencing the most growth within IT departments is help desk/end-user support.” (* Employers often require CompTIA A+ certification)
Every day there are dozens of local employers hiring CompTIA A+ certified technicians. Use “A+” as the keyword on these job sites and see for yourself:
Interesting links:
“Benefits of becoming Comptia A+ certified”
“Newbies: How to Break Into the IT Industry”
“10 Hottest IT Certifications for 2008”
Is this really for me?
A+ Certification is your gateway into the world of Information Technology! It is a great way to learn about computers and to help you get that first IT job!
If you are familiar with PCs and can use Windows applications, then you are ready for A+ Certification training which involves two classes over one semester (BPC170 and BPC270). If you have never used computers before, beyond email and other basic programs, but are interested in working in the industry, then you can prepare by taking one introductory course (CIS105 or BPC110), followed by the two A+ certification preparation classes the following semester (BPC170 and BPC270).