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Shaamim Ahmed · 2026-11-15T02:14:04-0600

Gregory Childers said:
I have a DataAI voucher to offer if anyone wants it. It expires November 25, 2026. I have higher priorities right now and will give the voucher to anyone who legitimately will use it. I am not asking for any money for the voucher. I just ask that someone use it to take the exam before November 25th.

Hello Gregory,
I’m interested in taking the DataAI exam and would appreciate it if you could provide me with an exam voucher. I am willing and prepared to take the exam before November 25.

Thank you very much for your assistance and support.

Regards,

Shaamim Ahmed

shaify · 2026-11-14T04:54:26-0600

sheikhnasir said:
Sold it already
Will let you know i have again

Better to attempt but not to sell it …

hgbarbosa · Friday at 7:29 PM

Me too. I haven’t received the voucher from AutoOps.

sheikhnasir · Friday at 7:28 PM

Sold it already
Will let you know i have again

Bruce Weaver · Friday at 3:06 PM

BrianFord said:
No. CertMaster CE extends your certification.

I imagine you see why I used your screenshot in my "best explanation" thread. In my 19 years teaching with CompTIA certifications, it has been rare to meet someone who really understands the offerings.

Dane · Friday at 1:07 PM

Hey Team,

Unfortunately, I joined session 4 late, so I was only able to see 59 minutes of it. I tried to watch it on demand afterwards from the beginning, but for whatever reason, the proof of attendance is stuck at 59 minutes for me.

Does this mean that even after I have completed sessions 5 and 6, I will not be able to get the exam voucher?

Rgards

James Arn · Friday at 10:59 AM

I believe if the student just submits after submitting they can get a step by step

James Arn · Friday at 10:31 AM

Alo

Victor Treat said:
Brian, you are correct. In Security+ you have three types of labs, like you mentioned: Assisted, Applied, and Challenge.

In the new CySA+ 004 class there is a fourth type of lab simply called "Lab". Sometimes, it has drag and drop items, but most of it you configure a server or a service. For instance, configure a GPO to... There are no steps to explain beyond the scenario stated on what you are supposed to do at a high level. No detailed "click-click". If you already know how to do the scenario, you probably don't need the lab...

Anyone have any idea on where the students get guidance on how to do these labs.
And please dont' tell me to walk them through the exercise - there are probably 25+ of these along with the three other conventional labs the Brian mentions!

Dan.Morrill · Friday at 9:22 AM

So I had CertMaster for CySA and SecOT, but I had a bad term and 8 weeks of no studying. Both of those access credentials expired, and I'm wondering if there is a way to get those back. If not, that's fine, but how long does access actually last? Is there a way to get access back without spending money? If I have to spend money, that will be good for me to know.

Thanks
Dan

Gregory Childers · Friday at 8:30 AM

I passed the "good for life" version before CompTIA created the Server+ CE certification. In 26 years as a technical trainer, no one has ever asked me to teach this class. While $50 is a good value for a beta exam, I personally don't have any value taking the new version.

Bjb27788 · Friday at 8:26 AM

You can use the CertMaster route, but I find with all the trainings and such I do over the course of a year or two plus conferences and teaching I am usually well over the 50 CEU's to extend my cert. You can also use courses on Cybrary that will give you CEU credits for watching the videos.

BrianFord · Friday at 7:20 AM

gonzeey said:
I am currently certified in Security+ SY0-701. Now, there is an ongoing SY0-801 TTT that comes with CertMaster Perform platform. My question is, once I finish the CertMaster Perform course is my certification extended by 3 more years? Would you suggest retaking the exam instead?

No. CertMaster CE extends your certification.

Gregory Childers · Friday at 6:26 AM

gonzeey said:
I am currently certified in Security+ SY0-701. Now, there is an ongoing SY0-801 TTT that comes with CertMaster Perform platform. My question is, once I finish the CertMaster Perform course is my certification extended by 3 more years? Would you suggest retaking the exam instead?

There are several ways to extend your certification.

Use the new CertMaster Perform
Take the latest version
Pass a higher level CompTIA exam, like CySA+, PenTest+, or SecurityX
Earn 50 CEUs
Pass a non-CompTIA exam that qualifies

gonzeey · Friday at 2:10 AM

I am currently certified in Security+ SY0-701. Now, there is an ongoing SY0-801 TTT that comes with CertMaster Perform platform. My question is, once I finish the CertMaster Perform course is my certification extended by 3 more years? Would you suggest retaking the exam instead?

Eric225 · Thursday at 12:45 PM

Ramasankar said:
I am suppose to deliver a CompTIA Pentest+ training next week. Is there an instructor edition which can be purchased.

Yes, CompTIA offers an official Instructor Edition (including the Official CompTIA PenTest+ Instructor Guide and associated trainer resources for PT0-003).

How to Get It:

CompTIA Partner Portal: If you are delivering through an authorized center, your organization's administrator can download the instructor guide, presentation slides, and lab materials directly from the CompTIA Partner Portal.
CompTIA Store: You can check availability, digital access, and purchase instructor materials directly on the CompTIA Store (note that educator/instructor status or partner affiliation may be required to access trainer-specific editions).

Stephen Schneiter · Thursday at 10:43 AM

Content for the PenTest+ is in the CertMaster learning platform. You can get access to the instructor content from there. You will need to reach out to your CompTIA representative to get set up.

BrianFord · Thursday at 10:38 AM

Aya AlKhateeb said:
Hi Brian,

Thank you for organizing the Security+ v8 Train-the-Trainer sessions.

I noticed that the Closed Captions (CC) option is not available in the recorded videos, although it was available during the CySA+ sessions and was very helpful for translation.

Stephen also mentioned during the session that captions would be available.

Could you please clarify if this is a technical issue or if CC will be enabled later?

Thank you for your support!

On the replays via On24 closed captioning is available approximately 24 hours after the webinar.

Ramasankar · Thursday at 8:03 AM

I am suppose to deliver a CompTIA Pentest+ training next week. Is there an instructor edition which can be purchased.

Jerry Naidoo · Thursday at 7:40 AM

Gregory Childers said:
I have an AutoOps+ voucher that I cannot use. My certification priorities have shifted and I do not want it to go to waste.

Anyone who wants it can message me directly and I will send you the voucher code free of charge.

All I ask is that only serious candidates request it. Only ask me for the voucher if you plan on taking the exam. Reselling vouchers is a violation and will get you in trouble with CompTIA.

A really nice gesture thank you so much Greg!

Whomever claims the voucher... I wish you all the best in the exam

Adeboye · Thursday at 7:37 AM

Clearly presented

Bofy O.S Idiodi · Wednesday at 1:55 PM

awesome @Ayomide Oluwaga

Gregory Childers · Wednesday at 11:35 AM

I have an AutoOps+ voucher that I cannot use. My certification priorities have shifted and I do not want it to go to waste.

Anyone who wants it can message me directly and I will send you the voucher code free of charge.

All I ask is that only serious candidates request it. Only ask me for the voucher if you plan on taking the exam. Reselling vouchers is a violation and will get you in trouble with CompTIA.

jordanceldridge · Wednesday at 9:37 AM

Hi everyone,

I’m Jordan Eldridge, Lead Instructor at Code Differently, a workforce development organization in Delaware. We’re building our 2027 CompTIA boot camp calendar and are looking for contract instructors to teach alongside our team.

What we’re running

CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+
Full courses for beginners and career changers
5-day exam preps for working IT professionals
Mostly weekday daytime boot camps, with some Friday and evening cohorts for employer groups

Format: In person in Wilmington, DE, or live virtual. We’re open to both.

Timing: Starting Q1 2027 and running throughout the year

What we’re looking for

CompTIA certified in the cert(s) you’d teach
Experience teaching adult learners, ideally exam prep
Comfortable teaching with CertMaster (Learn, Labs, Practice)

What we provide

Curriculum, lab plans, and practice tests
CertMaster setup for each cohort
An on-site Pearson VUE testing center for learners

If you’re interested, or know someone who might be a good fit, send me an email at [email protected] with:

Which certs you hold and teach
Whether you prefer in person, virtual, or both
Your general availability for 2027

Thanks!

SiegfredC · Wednesday at 12:04 AM

Any updates on this?

Victor Treat · Monday at 11:09 PM

Brian, you are correct. In Security+ you have three types of labs, like you mentioned: Assisted, Applied, and Challenge.

In the new CySA+ 004 class there is a fourth type of lab simply called "Lab". Sometimes, it has drag and drop items, but most of it you configure a server or a service. For instance, configure a GPO to... There are no steps to explain beyond the scenario stated on what you are supposed to do at a high level. No detailed "click-click". If you already know how to do the scenario, you probably don't need the lab...

Anyone have any idea on where the students get guidance on how to do these labs.
And please dont' tell me to walk them through the exercise - there are probably 25+ of these along with the three other conventional labs the Brian mentions!

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