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Important Information about CompTIA Certifications!Effective January 1, 2011, certain CompTIA Certifications are only valid for three years from the date you became certified. These certifications must then be renewed within three years for that candidate to remain certified.Certifications falling under this renewal policy:
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CompTIA basic certifications cover foundational topics and issues in IT and are suited for individuals looking to enter jobs that involve computers.
| Certification Name | Description | Recommended Training |
|---|---|---|
| Strata IT Fundamentals | Covers the basic understanding of PC components, functionality, compatibility and related technology topics. |
CompTIA specialty certifications cover the business and technical knowledge needed for specific vertical or niche markets. Specialty certifications can be taken in combination with other CompTIA certifications or can be taken on their own by business and IT professionals.
| Certification Name | Description | Recommended Training |
|---|---|---|
| CompTIA Cloud Essentials | Covers what cloud computing means from a business and technical perspective, as well as what is involved in moving to and governing the cloud. | CompTIA Cloud Essentials |
| CompTIA Green IT | Covers the knowledge needed to implement environmentally sound techniques within an organization's IT infrastructure. | Strata: Green IT |
| CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician | Covers the knowledge needed to implement, deploy and support healthcare IT systems in various clinical settings. | CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician |
CompTIA professional certifications cover the technical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a specific IT career.
The video includes examples of different types of multiple choice questions a candidate can expect to encounter, plus the performance based items now featured in the A+, Network+ and Security+ exams.
| Certification Name | Description | Recommended Training |
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| CompTIA A+ | Covers preventative maintenance, basic networking, installation, troubleshooting, communication and professionalism. CompTIA A+ Certification is changing! Two exams are required for A+ Certification: 220-801 and 220-802. The previous versions of the CompTIA A+ exams (220-701 and 220-702) will be retiring on August 31, 2013. Click here to learn about the new exam objectives. |
CompTIA A+ Certification (2012 Objectives) |
| CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI |
Covers user administration, file permissions, software configurations and the fundamental management of Linux systems. | CompTIA Linux+ Powered by LPI |
| CompTIA Network+ | Covers managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, operating and configuring basic network infrastructure. | CompTIA Network+ Certification (2009 Objectives) |
| CompTIA Project+ | Covers the entire process of project management, including initiation, planning, execution, acceptance, support and closure. | CompTIA Project+ Certification - A CompTIA Certification |
| CompTIA Security+ | Covers system security, network infrastructure, cryptography, assessments and audits. | CompTIA Continuing Education Security+ CompTIA Security+ Certification (2011 Objectives) |
| CompTIA Server+ | Covers areas such as RAID, SCSI, managing multiple CPUs and disaster recovery. | CompTIA Server+ Certification (2009 Objectives) |
CompTIA mastery certifications cover the advanced practice of a specific discipline. Mastery certification candidates must be able to integrate multiple enterprise disciplines through the application of advanced skills. Mastery certifications can be taken as a standalone credential or as an advanced step in a specific certification career path.
| Certification Name | Description | Recommended Training |
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| CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) | Covers enterprise security; risk management; research and analysis; and integration of computing, communications, and business disciplines. | CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) |
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