CompTIA A+ Certification Seminar for IT Professionals
120 contact hours · 6-8 weeks · Core 1 & Core 2
Already working in IT? This seminar prepares you for both CompTIA A+ certification exams (220-1201 and 220-1202). It covers hardware, mobile devices, networking, virtualization and cloud, operating systems, security, and operational procedures, with hands-on uCertify performance labs on every topic. Choose a 6-week live schedule or an 8-week asynchronous format you can complete alongside your job.
Seminar snapshot
Who this seminar is for
This seminar is designed for people already working in the IT field who need to earn their CompTIA A+ certification. It is not an entry-level program.
The course follows the full CompTIA A+ exam blueprint:
- Core 1: Mobile Devices, Networking, Hardware, Virtualization & Cloud Computing, and Hardware & Network Troubleshooting.
- Core 2: Operating Systems, Security, Software Troubleshooting, and Operational Procedures.
This includes the areas your day-to-day role may not cover. Hands-on uCertify performance labs reinforce real-world troubleshooting on every topic.
A+ also establishes the foundation for the Network+, Security+, and Cisco courses that follow.
Schedule & delivery
Two formats, the same curriculum. Pick the one that fits around your work.
Traditional / Hybrid / Synchronous Online
6 weeks
Delivered in a classroom and/or synchronous online environment four days per week, five hours per day, over six weeks. A test is given each week in Weeks 1-5. Week 6 concludes with a comprehensive review and the Final Exam. Labs are completed in the uCertify LiveLab performance-lab environment.
Asynchronous
8 weeks
Complete coursework online over 8 weeks, on your own schedule. There are no scheduled class meeting times, which makes this format a fit for working professionals. You are expected to meet assignment deadlines and participate regularly in online discussions and activities.
What you’ll learn
By the end of the seminar, you will be able to:
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot PC and laptop hardware components.
- Install, configure, and support mobile devices and their connectivity.
- Configure wired and wireless networks, TCP/IP addressing, and SOHO devices.
- Explain virtualization and cloud-computing concepts and deploy client-side virtualization.
- Apply hardware and network troubleshooting methodologies to diagnose and resolve issues.
- Install, configure, and manage Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS operating systems.
- Implement security controls, encryption, and access management to protect devices and data.
- Troubleshoot operating system, application, and mobile-device software problems, including malware.
- Apply operational procedures, safety, backup, and disaster-recovery best practices.
- Use scripting (PowerShell, shell, and Python) to automate common support tasks.
- Demonstrate professional communication and customer-support skills.
- Demonstrate readiness for the CompTIA A+ (220-1201 and 220-1202) certification exams.
Curriculum
120 contact hours across six weeks. Weeks 1-3 align to Core 1 (220-1201), and Weeks 4-6 align to Core 2 (220-1202).
- Introduction to Core 1 (220-1201)
- Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
- Expansion Cards, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies
- Peripherals, Cables, and Connectors
- Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware
- Printers and Multifunction Devices
- Networking Fundamentals; Introduction to TCP/IP
- Network Services
- Wireless and SOHO Networking
- Mobile Connectivity and Application Support
- Virtualization and Cloud Computing
- Core Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
- Mobile Device, Display, and Printer Troubleshooting
- Introduction to Core 2 (220-1202)
- Operating System Basics
- Windows Configuration
- Windows Administration
- Working with macOS and Linux
- Security Concepts
- Securing Operating Systems
- Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Security
- Scripting, Remote Access, and Artificial Intelligence
- Safety and Environmental Concerns
- Documentation and Professionalism
Cost
Includes taxes and fees, plus 120 contact hours of instruction, uCertify performance labs, weekly tests, and the final exam.
Scholarships may be available for eligible students. Contact our admissions team to learn more.
Admissions requirements
- Student must be 18 years of age or older or have the consent of their parent or legal guardian.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET) and/or a recognized Home School Completion Certificate/Diploma.
- Currently working in the IT field. This seminar is intended for professionals who need certification and is not an entry-level program.
Frequently asked questions
I already work in IT. Is this seminar right for me?
Yes. It is built for people already in the field who need the CompTIA A+ certification. It covers the full exam blueprint for both Core 1 and Core 2.
Can I take it while working full-time?
The asynchronous format runs for 8 weeks with no scheduled class times, so you can study around your work schedule. The live format meets four days per week, five hours per day, for 6 weeks.
Does the seminar cover both A+ exams?
Yes. The seminar aligns with both Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202).
How is my progress assessed?
A test is given each week in Weeks 1-5. Week 6 includes a comprehensive review and the Final Exam.
What comes after A+?
A+ establishes the foundation for the Network+, Security+, and Cisco courses that follow.