comptia certification information
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CompTIA Certification INFORMATION SESSION BY PHOENIX TS
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Foundational CertificationsCOMPTIA IT FUNDAMENTALS
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IT Fundamentals What is the IT Fundamentals certification?
◦ It is a certification that basically exposes you to the world of information technology.
Who is it for?◦ This certification is ideal if you are just considering the move into an IT field and have little knowledge
about IT in general.
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ The IT Fundamentals certification is a stepping stone to more advanced
credentials such as Network+ or A+. On its own, it does not prepare you for a specific IT job role.
The exam can be taken anywhere with Internet access & No prior experience is needed.
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Professional CertificationsCOMPTIA A+, CLOUD+, LINUX+, MOBILITY+, NETWORK+, SECURITY+, PROJECT+ & SERVER+
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A+
◦ Information Security
◦ Network and Cloud Technologies
◦ Hardware, Services and Infrastructure
◦ IT Management and Strategy
◦ Storage and Data
◦ Web and Mobile
◦ Software Development
◦ Training
What is the A+ certification?◦ It validates an understanding of common hardware & software technologies and focuses on imparting
the knowledge & skills needed to support complex IT infrastructures.
Jobs that use CompTIA A+?◦ Technical Support Specialist
◦ Field Service Technician
◦ IT Support Technician
◦ IT Support Administrator
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ A+ is considered the suggested start to all IT paths such as careers in:
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A+ cont. A+ Exam:
◦ 6 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field is recommended before sitting for the exam.
◦ Exams are a combination of multiple choice and performance based questions.
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 20 CEUs
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Cloud+What is the Cloud+ certification?
◦ It validates the skills & knowledge needed to implement and maintain cloud technologies.
Jobs that use CompTIA A+?◦ Systems and Network Administrators◦ Cloud Developer◦ Cloud Specialist
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in Network & Cloud Technologies
Cloud+ Exam:◦ Recommended 24 to 36 months of work experience in networking, storage
or IT data center administration & familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization.
◦ Multiple Choice Exam ◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 50 CEUs
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Linux+What is the Linux+ Certification?
◦ This certification provides foundational skills and a basic understanding of the Linux OS.
Jobs that use CompTIA Linux+?◦ Linux Database Administrator◦ Junior Linux Administrator◦ Junior Network Administrator◦ Web Administrator
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in Network & Cloud Technologies
Linux+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to hold the CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, in addition to,
12 months of Linux admin experience◦ Multiple Choice Exam ◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment ◦ Once you have passed the Linux+ exams you can apply for the LPIC-1 and then for
the SUSE CLA certifications.
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Mobility+What is the Mobility+ Certification?
◦ This certification provides foundational knowledge & skills that will allow you to work with a variety of existing and emerging mobile technologies.
Jobs that use CompTIA Mobility+?◦ Mobile Device Management Administrator
◦ Network Administrator/Help Desk
◦ Mobility Architect/Solution Architect
◦ Security/Email Administrator
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in:
◦ Network & Cloud Technologies
◦ Hardware Services & Infrastructure
◦ IT Management & Strategy
◦ Web & Mobile
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Mobility+ cont. Mobility+ Exam:
◦ It is recommended to hold the CompTIA Network+ certification and 18 months of work experience in enterprise administration of mobile devices
◦ Multiple Choice Exam
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 30 CEUs
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Network+What is the Network+ Certification?
◦ This certification validates the knowledge and skills needed to design, configure, manage and troubleshoot both wired & wireless devices.
Jobs that use CompTIA Network+?◦ Network Field Technician/Engineer
◦ Network Administrator
◦ Help Desk Technician
◦ Network Support Specialist
◦ Network Analyst
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in:
◦ Information Security
◦ Network & Cloud Technologies
◦ Hardware Services & Infrastructure
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Network+ cont.Network+ Exam:
◦ It is recommended to hold the CompTIA A+ certification and 9 months of networking experience
◦ Multiple Choice and Performance-Based Exam
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 30 CEUs
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Security+What is the Security+ Certification?
◦ This certification validates the holder’s understanding of the essential principles for network security & risk management.
Jobs that use CompTIA Security+?◦ Security Specialist/Administrator◦ Security Consultant◦ Security or Systems Administrator◦ Network Administrator
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in Information Security
Security+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to hold the CompTIA Network+ certification and 2 years of IT
admin experience with a security focus ◦ Multiple Choice and Performance-Based Exam ◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 50 CEUs
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Project+What is the Project+ Certification?
◦ This certification validates a person’s ability to initiate, manage & support a project or business initiative.
Jobs that use CompTIA Project+?◦ Project Coordinator/Manager◦ Business Analyst◦ Manager, Director, Team Leader
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in IT Management & Strategy
Project+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to have at least 1 year of managing, directing or
participating in small to medium scale projects◦ Multiple Choice ◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Server+What is the Server+ Certification?
◦ This certification ensures the holder’s ability to plan, secure and maintain a variety of server equipment.
Jobs that use CompTIA Server+?◦ Server Support Technician
◦ Server Administrator
◦ IT/Server Technician
◦ Storage Administrator
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in:
◦ Information Security
◦ Hardware Services & Infrastructure
◦ Storage & Data
Server+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to hold the CompTIA A+ certification, in addition to, 18-24 months of
IT work experience
◦ Multiple Choice
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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SpecialtyCertificationsCOMPTIA CDIA+, CTT+, CLOUD ESSENTIALS, HEALTHCARE IT, SOCIAL MEDIA SECURITY
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Certified Document Imaging Architect+ (CDIA+)What is the CDIA+ Certification?
◦ This certification ensures the holder’s ability to plan, design, implement & maintain a document imaging infrastructure using todays best practices.
Jobs that use CDIA+?◦ ECM Administrator◦ Solution Sales Specialist◦ Electronic Records Manager◦ Managed Services Manager
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in IT Management & Strategy
CDIA+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to have 24 months of working experience ◦ Multiple Choice ◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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CTT+What is the CTT+ Certification?
◦ This certification validates that a trainer has achieved a level of standards and excellence in his/her field.
Jobs that use CTT+?◦ Training Consultant◦ Training Developer/Instructor◦ Career Technical Training Instructor◦ Academic Instructor
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in Training
CTT+ Exam:◦ It is recommended to have 6 to 12 months of trainer/instructor experience ◦ Multiple Choice & Performance Based◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Cloud EssentialsWhat is the Cloud Essentials Certification?
◦ This certification ensures that the holder is capable of handling real-world business issues and proving practical cloud computing solutions. Overall, this is not a technically heavy certification.
Jobs that use Cloud Essentials?◦ Business Development staff that sell cloud services◦ Technical Sales Specialist◦ Business Analyst
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in Networking & Cloud Technologies
Cloud Essentials Exam:◦ It is recommended to have 6 months experience working in an environment
that markets or relies on IT-related services ◦ Multiple Choice◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Healthcare IT Technician What is the Healthcare IT Technician Certification?
◦ This certification focuses on the installation, management and troubleshooting of IT systems specifically in medical & clinical settings
Jobs that use Healthcare IT Technician?◦ Healthcare Help Desk Specialist or Technician
◦ Managed Service Provider for medical offices and practices
◦ Healthcare Desktop Support
◦ Technical and Software Support staff
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in
◦ Networking & Cloud Technologies
◦ Hardware, Services & Infrastructure
Healthcare IT Technician Exam:◦ It is recommended to hold either the CompTIA A+ certification or have 500 hours of IT healthcare
experience
◦ Multiple Choice
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Social Media Security What is the Social Media Security Certification?
◦ This certification validates the knowledge & skills needed to assess, manage and mitigate today’s social media security risks
Jobs that use Social Media Security?◦ Information Security Technician
◦ Security Administrator
◦ Security Architect
◦ Security Engineer
◦ Anyone with a hand in developing social media policies
Social Media Security Exam:◦ This exam is not delivered by CompTIA. Instead it is offered by the Ultimate Knowledge Institute
(UKI)
This is a Good for Life certification.
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Mastery Certifications COMPTIA ADVANCED SECURITY PRACTITIONER
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CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner What is the CASP Certification?
◦ This certification focuses on critical thinking & judgment across a broad spectrum of security disciplines and requires candidates to implement clear solutions in complex environments
Jobs that use CASP?◦ Cyber Security / IS Professional
◦ Information Security Analyst
◦ Security Architect
◦ IT Specialist INFOSEC
◦ IT Specialist, Cybersecurity
What’s the path I follow after I achieve this?◦ This certification is specific to a career path in
◦ Networking & Cloud Technologies
◦ Information Security
CASP Exam:◦ It is recommend to have at least 10 years experience in IT administration with 5 of those years
focused on hands-on technical security
◦ Multiple Choice & Performance Based
◦ Exams must be taken in an approved testing environment
This is a CE certification and will be up for renewal after 3 years ◦ Requires 75 CEUs
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