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Security+ CEU's

Gregory Childers
1. The CEU fee is $150 to renew for three years. I have no idea why CompTIA decided to sell it in $50 1-year increments.
2. The CertMaster program only applies if it covers the objectives for the NEXT VERSION of the cert. You CANNOT use CertMaster if it is the same version as your current cert. Continuing education means learning something new.
3. Never wait until the three-year time limit is close to expiration because it severely limits your options on how to renew. Most of my CompTIA certs are good through 2028 to 2031. I get all my CEUs out of the way as early as I can and then pay the fee, and CompTIA adds on an additional three years.
4. Higher level CompTIA certs in the cybersecurity track automatically renew lower level certs. SecurityX renews CySA+/PenTest+ which renew Security+ which renews Network+ which renews A+.
5. CompTIA also accepts other approved vendor certs. I used my ISACA CISM to renew my SecurityX, and everything underneath it.
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"New Member"

Stephen Schneiter
Well greetings @Joel Mayberry! Yes, you have been a CINner for quite awhile! WOW! CSA+ V1, that was our very first TTT series! That brings back memories! We have come a long way! 🎉

So, let me look. The platform actually tracts status by number of posts or amount of activity in the platform. ;) I will see how it can be adjusted.
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Network++ Latest Update Instructor Slide

Stephen Schneiter
ChrisChavez said:
I noticed that Network+ CertMaster StudyV9.1 has 14 Outline, but in Instructor TTT Slides is only Session 10? Is there a link i can download the latest version for Instructor Slide of Network++ 9.1?
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Hi @ChrisChavez, I think you want to reach out to the Products team with this question. When you log into the CertMaster Platform, click on the ? button in the upper right corner. They will respond to your request pretty quick, and have a better answer for you.
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It is a different contractor world

Gregory Childers
Have you reached out to any training brokers like TTA (the Training Associates), Alliance Micro, the Judge Group, or any others?

I've been a contract instructor, off and on, since 2007. You need to network as much as you can, with training brokers, training centers, etc.

Also, diversify your training options. I'm certified to teach 14 different CompTIA classes, but I also hold the CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CCSK, Microsoft certs, project management certs, and several other certs. I'm currently working on adding AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate to my list of certs.
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Passed SecAI (CY0-001) today.

VICTOR CHIDI OKPURUKA
awesome congratulations to you. all the best
mosesmakobidi said:
I’m proud to share that I’ve just passed SecAI. This achievement would not have been possible without the incredible support of Stephen. Thank you so much, Stephen, for guiding me through this journey. It was a tough exam, I was close to being taken down but I pushed through and made it.
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Security+ CEU's

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Bruce Weaver said:
I advise when the 3 years are nearly up for this student that they use CertMaster CE for Security+. Short answer: Do the short course, and you get 3 more years. As for the CEU route, it is a good deal of work to save approximately $50 USD. They pay the $150 and yes they do have to submit qualifying activities in addition to the payement. As for an outside CE program, unless they charge her for the CertMaster CE (at a higher rate obviously) yes they would still owe the $150 CE fee. (This also assumes that this activity provides enough CEUs -Continuing Educcation Units)!
Here is the CE page you will want to examine: https://www.comptia.org/en-us/certifications/continuing-education/


Keep in mind this student should NOT try and do the CertMaster CE until their certification is somewhat close to expiring. I suggest 6 months before at most. Their is no CE path from 701 to MORE 701. She will need to wait until the 801 exam is released at minimum.

Details from https://www.comptia.org/en-us/certifications/security/#buy-now

Renew your Security+ certification quickly and efficiently with CertMaster CE. This self-paced eLearning course builds on your existing knowledge and aligns with the latest exam objectives. It allows you to renew your certification without retaking the Security+ exam. You are eligible to take this course if you passed Security+ V6 (SY0-601) and your certification has not yet expired.
  • Single activity renewal: Complete one course to automatically renew your certification.
  • Efficient learning: Fulfill Continuing Education requirements in just 8 to 10 hours.
  • Automatic renewal: Enjoy hassle-free certification renewal upon course completion.
  • Year-long access: Study anytime with 12 months of training, redeemable within 12 months of purchase, through CompTIA Central.
Hope this helps!
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Sending many thanks! This is a thorough response and please know I greatly appreciate your help. You’ve answered my question.
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Security+ CEU's

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I advise when the 3 years are nearly up for this student that they use CertMaster CE for Security+. Short answer: Do the short course, and you get 3 more years. As for the CEU route, it is a good deal of work to save approximately $50 USD. They pay the $150 and yes they do have to submit qualifying activities in addition to the payement. As for an outside CE program, unless they charge her for the CertMaster CE (at a higher rate obviously) yes they would still owe the $150 CE fee. (This also assumes that this activity provides enough CEUs -Continuing Educcation Units)!
Here is the CE page you will want to examine: https://www.comptia.org/en-us/certifications/continuing-education/


Keep in mind this student should NOT try and do the CertMaster CE until their certification is somewhat close to expiring. I suggest 6 months before at most. Their is no CE path from 701 to MORE 701. She will need to wait until the 801 exam is released at minimum.

Details from https://www.comptia.org/en-us/certifications/security/#buy-now

Renew your Security+ certification quickly and efficiently with CertMaster CE. This self-paced eLearning course builds on your existing knowledge and aligns with the latest exam objectives. It allows you to renew your certification without retaking the Security+ exam. You are eligible to take this course if you passed Security+ V6 (SY0-601) and your certification has not yet expired.
  • Single activity renewal: Complete one course to automatically renew your certification.
  • Efficient learning: Fulfill Continuing Education requirements in just 8 to 10 hours.
  • Automatic renewal: Enjoy hassle-free certification renewal upon course completion.
  • Year-long access: Study anytime with 12 months of training, redeemable within 12 months of purchase, through CompTIA Central.
Hope this helps!
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Point of clarification for those of using TTT certification vouchers

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Greg Porter said:
The email I recieve (on all my TTT voucher emails) states

Please use the voucher code: Valid through April 30, 2026 (date varies)

I tried to use my voucher code on April 28th and found out

Discount validation failed.

Exam: PT0-003, May 21 at 9:00 AM
This voucher cannot be used with appointments scheduled after 30 Apr 2026.

Save yourself some grief and be aware the cut off date is for the actual attempt
NOT when you schedule your appointment.

Lesson learned on my part.
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Don't feel bad. I had that happen a few times as well. It gets really busy during the academic year and I generally need to do these in the summer. You are not alone!
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Rick - Are there any more TTT upcoming? I heard there was going to be a CySA but haven't seen anything yet. Is there a roadmap for the TTT for this Summer/Fall?

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Security+ CEU's

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Hi everyone,

New instructor here, posting on behalf of a student who just passed her Security+ SY0-701 — very proud of her!

CompTIA's website states that the Security+ CertMaster CE CEU program is only good for the Security+ V6 (SY0-601):
www.comptia.org

Continuing Education | CompTIA

Renew your CompTIA certification with continuing education. Learn about CEUs, CE fees, CertMaster CE, and all approved renewal options to stay certified.
www.comptia.org www.comptia.org

Does anyone know how a student might renew the SY0-701? It looks like they just buy the $50 CE token in a quantity of 3 — or purchase it 3 times? I'm not clear on how that verifies that they actually completed any continuing education. Does a student pay these fees and then still have to turn around and pay for an approved program separately? In other words, after paying the fees, do they then also have to submit proof of continuing education?

Additionally, if they pay for a continuing education program outside of CompTIA, do they still owe CompTIA $150 in renewal fees on top of that?

Any clarity would be greatly appreciated — I want to make sure I'm pointing her in the right direction.

(Note: First post in the community here. I apologize if this has been answered previously. I tried to find an answer but I unfortunately was unable to turn up anything.)
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DAVID PAPKIN
Hi Stephen! Where do I get the more detailed slides for Cloud+? I am teaching it this month. When I downloaded the PPT, the zip contains simplified PPT only. For example, "CertMaster_Cloud+_CV0-004_M01_simplified". Not a single slide has any notes. They are dated Sep 9 2024. They seem to be some interim slides, just some graphics hastily pasted onto some slides. Appreciate any help. Greetings from Singapore.
MasihAkbari
Hey there! I am really happy to be a part of CompTIA family

With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (Networking specialization) and over five years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, network management, and cybersecurity, including roles at the Data Center also working experience on governmental/non-governmental organizations.
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