CompTIA A+ and Network+

Who is it for? Adult learner 19+ Qualification: CompTIA A+ and Network+ Location: Distance Learning Start date: Ongoing Duration: 300 recommended study hours – three years' tutorial support

Prove your first-line IT support capabilities

Our CompTIA A+ and Network+ Pathway develops a thorough understanding of hardware and software by taking you through the processes involved in building, installing, configuring and upgrading computer systems.

You then develop greater technical abilities in media and topologies, protocols and standards and for computer networking implementation. It will also help you expand your capabilities in new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

A solid foundation to a specialist IT career

This course is designed to develop practical, workplace skills and provide a platform from which to continue your IT training with the likes of Microsoft, Cisco and Novell.

View a short selection of our Course Content and Sample Materials for CompTIA A+ and Network+.

Course Snapshot

• Level 2 and 3 qualifications – Level 3 is comparable to studying at A Level
• Accredited by CompTIA
• Entry requirements: An existing Level 1 qualification or confidence working on computers is essential
• Eight books containing five modules and 33 assignments
• Three exams taken at an external assessment centre:
  CompTIA Level 2 Essentials Exam 220-701
  CompTIA Level 2 Practical Application Exam 220-702
  CompTIA Level 3 Exam N10-004
• Approximately 300 recommended study hours
• Flexible payment options
• It is essential that you have a PC with the Windows Vista Home Premium operating system or higher

What's Included?

• Three years' unlimited tutorial support
• Bespoke course materials written by industry experts
• Exam fees
• Exam booking service
• 24 hour access to the Home Learning College Virtual Learning Community
  – the UK’s biggest online campus
• Free Career Management Centre services
• Optional access to student rewards
• Optional NUS card - the definitive student discount card with a range of exclusive discounts

An existing Level 1 qualification or confidence working on computers is essential - the A+ exam is intended for information technology professionals who have the equivalent of 500 hours of hands on experience.

Before you enrol on a Home Learning College Course, please ensure that you have read and understood the pre-requirements below:

• You have a valid UK address (students outside the UK will receive an additional postage charge).
• You are over the age of 18 or have a third party payee for any financial agreement.
• You have a solid grasp of the English language.
• You have access to a computer and the internet throughout your study period.
• You have basic PC skills in order to navigate our Virtual Learning Community.
• You are fully committed to your studies.

System Requirements

To check your computer is compatible with the software provided with this course please review our Computer Compatibility and Specification Requirements.

Did you know that one of the most common challenges people face in pursuing education is the cost?

That’s why Home Learning College has developed the most flexible payment terms of any other UK distance learning provider.

• Pay in full now and receive 20% off the price

You can split your course fees over one, two or three instalments at no extra charge and still benefit from the 20% discount.

Alternatively you can choose a payment plan that works for you:

• 12 months at 0% APR
• 24 months at 9.9% APR

Speak to one of our course advisers for further details.

Computer support and networking skills are always in demand and open up a range of career opportunities earning a salary of up to £34,000* per annum.

If you choose to continue along the CompTIA career progression pathway, you will enjoy a profession with great earning potential and career opportunities.

Successful completion of this course leads to CompTIA A+ and Network+ Certified Professional Certifications. Qualification at this level demonstrates a clear understanding of PC Support and computer networking, as well as your commitment to the subject and your personal development.

As with all major IT accreditations, CompTIA Certification must be renewed every three years to ensure that knowledge and skills remain up to date with current trends. This can be done via a short bridging exam, through CompTIA’s Continuous Education Programme or by taking the latest full A+ and Network+ exams.

CompTIA certifications are approved in England for the Qualifications & Credit Framework (QCF).