IT Essentials 7.0 (CompTIA A+)

IT Essentials 7.0 is designed for those seeking to prepare themselves for an Entry-level position in Information & Communication Technology (ICT).  It aligns with CompTIA’s A+ Hardware and Operating Systems Certification Exam Objectives. (See Below) This course, along with the other five (5) modules comprising NTI’s Computer Network Training – Entry program, gives the student both the breadth and depth of knowledge employers are looking for in Entry-level ICT job candidates.  This course provides students with the following:

• An introduction to advanced concepts
• Practical experience through Hands-on lab
• Troubleshooting skills using both real and virtual tools
• A working knowledge of how computers and mobile devices operate
• A basic ability to identify common security threats and vulnerabilities like malware, phishing, spoofing and social engineering
• Applied skills and procedures to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices, and software
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills using both real endpoint and infrastructure devices
• Experience using Cisco Packet Tracer, Cisco’s flagship network configuration emulation tool
• Immediate feedback on your work through built-in quizzes and test

As the Industry Standard for establishing a career in ICT, the CompTIA A+ Certification is the foundation of your career. According to the “Global Knowledge 2017 IT Skills and Salaries Report”, the importance of a Certification among decision-makers rose from 35% in 2011, to 85% in 2016, to 94% in 2017!