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Does the CompTIA A+ Go Deep Enough for Modern IT Troubleshooting?

precious
Yes CompTIA A+ is still IT's equivalent of "learning to crawl before you walk" . Some content in it may seem like studying legacy technology (RIP parallel ports), but the truth is that it makes you consider the reasons behind the things. These "legacy" foundations serve as the foundation for cloud MDM and contemporary security tools.

Have you ever had to troubleshoot an Azure-joined device that won't boot due to a BIOS configuration error? All of a sudden, A+ knowledge seems extremely pertinent. Most importantly A+'s broad coverage means you will never be the person who says, ‘I only do networking’ when a printer starts smoking.
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Does the CompTIA A+ Go Deep Enough for Modern IT Troubleshooting?

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I’ve been in a junior IT support role for about a year, and I’m debating whether going for the CompTIA A+ is still worth it at this stage. My day-to-day already covers a lot of hardware, OS, and networking basics, but I’ve noticed the exam objectives still focus heavily on legacy systems and older troubleshooting methodologies.

For those who’ve taken it recently, did you find the content aligned with current workplace realities, things like cloud-based endpoint management, MDM tools, and modern security protocols? Or did it feel more like a formal check-the-box credential for HR filters?

I found one training program that integrates real-world simulations and labs that mimic enterprise environments (instead of just rote Q&A drills). That hands-on approach sounds promising, but I’m wondering if the A+ itself goes deep enough to make it worthwhile in 2025.
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CIN TTT Series: How to find new courses to register?

Stephen Schneiter
sigmay2k said:
When I go to resources all I see is past TTT sessions. Where can I find the next course, or how to get notified for the coming classes?

Saul M.
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We have a discussion forum dedicated to upcoming webinars and events. You will find new announcements for upcoming TTT series there. https://cin.comptia.org/forums/comptia-webinars.32/
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How often do you teach each of the CompTIA courses per year?

Rick Butler
Well, in the last year, I've not been in the classroom - I've been more of an Enterprise Architect...or something like that. I've only taught A+, Net+, and Sec+ in a classroom setting. Project+ and Server+ here on CIN. The rest of them, well, not so much.

I do miss being in the classroom - that is, when I have students who actually want to be there, versus the ones that may tons of money and then gripe about going home early or not showing at all. But them's the breaks.
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CIN Essentials TTT Series: CompTIA AI Essentials

Abu Afza
Stephen Schneiter said:
CIN is kicking off a new TTT series! This TTT series will focus on professional development around the CompTIA Compcert courses. While these will not be tied to a CompTIA certification exam, as always, we will provide a certificate of attendance that you can use to show for professional development.

Our first series will be the CompTIA AI Essentials. This will be a four-session series designed to provide the following knowledge and skills:
  • Learn what defines artificial intelligence from other types of intelligence and computing
  • Practice communicating about AI effectively
  • Explore AI tools and the ways they can support your organization
  • Craft AI prompts
  • Navigate the privacy and security concerns AI technology presents
  • Prepare for AI's effect on the future of technology
What: AI Essentials TTT series
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, August 4-13, 6:00 - 8:30 pm CST
Who: Nick Pierce
Where: ON24
Register Here


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CIN Essentials TTT Series: CompTIA AI Essentials

Muhammad Usman Younas
Stephen Schneiter said:
CIN is kicking off a new TTT series! This TTT series will focus on professional development around the CompTIA Compcert courses. While these will not be tied to a CompTIA certification exam, as always, we will provide a certificate of attendance that you can use to show for professional development.

Our first series will be the CompTIA AI Essentials. This will be a four-session series designed to provide the following knowledge and skills:
  • Learn what defines artificial intelligence from other types of intelligence and computing
  • Practice communicating about AI effectively
  • Explore AI tools and the ways they can support your organization
  • Craft AI prompts
  • Navigate the privacy and security concerns AI technology presents
  • Prepare for AI's effect on the future of technology
What: AI Essentials TTT series
When: Mondays and Wednesdays, August 4-13, 6:00 - 8:30 pm CST
Who: Nick Pierce
Where: ON24
Register Here


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Thanks @Stephen Schneiter Is the course already available on the CompTIA platform, or when can we expect it to be released?
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How often do you teach each of the CompTIA courses per year?

baylis
Gregory Childers said:
I am certified in all of them except Linux+ and DataX, so I've never taught those. I am certified in CloudNetX, Data+, and DataSys+ but have never taught them.

In the last three years, I have taught Cloud+, CySA+, Network+, PenTest+, Project+, Security+, SecurityX, and Tech+. The ones I've taught the most are Cloud+, Project+, Security+, and SecurityX. I have taught A+ and Server+, but not in the last three years, probably much longer than that. I help write and record training sessions for Tech+, but have never taught it for a class.
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DataX is good, It helped with Advanced AI Security Management (AAISM-ISACA) . CloudNetX is good too but I don't think its on par CCDE
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How often do you teach each of the CompTIA courses per year?

Gregory Childers
I am certified in all of them except Linux+ and DataX, so I've never taught those.

I am certified in CloudNetX, Data+, and DataSys+ but have never taught them.

In the last three years, I have taught Cloud+, CySA+, Network+, PenTest+, Project+, Security+, and SecurityX,. The ones I've taught the most are Cloud+, Project+, Security+, and SecurityX.

I have taught A+ and Server+, but not in the last three years, probably much longer than that.

I help write and record training sessions for Tech+, but have never taught it for a class.
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How often do you teach each of the CompTIA courses per year?

Gregory Childers
How frequently do you teach each of the following CompTIA courses per year? When was the last time you taught each one? How many CompTIA certifications do you have where you have never taught the class?

CompTIA's current portfolio of certification classes is as follows;

A+ (Core 1 and Core 2)
Cloud+
CloudNetX
CySA+
Data+
DataSys+
DataX
Linux+
Network+
PenTest+
Project+
Security+
SecurityX
Server+
Tech+
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New CompTIA A+ Perform vs Learn

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Hi,

Probably a bit late to the party, but I’ve recently switched to the A+ Perform solution after previously using the CertMaster Learn + Labs product. Overall, both my students and I prefer Perform.

The differences aren’t huge, but Perform offers a few more videos, and the lab environment feels more polished and engaging. Personally, I find it an improvement over the Learn + Labs version.

If you can, I’d recommend asking your account manager for a quick demo so you can see the features for yourself and decide which will work best for your teaching style and students.

Sorry I can’t give you a more detailed comparison, but hopefully this helps point you in the right direction.

Cheers,
SteveO
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Changing Jobs

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Stephen Schneiter said:
Hello @Eddy Harden, I am waiting on the Data team for the A+ vouchers. Will your email address change from what you used to register for the A+ series? If it is either post the new address here or DM me and I will make sure the team updates the email for distribution. We will make sure you get your vouchers.
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Thank @Stephen Schneiter I sent you a DM about this. Thanks
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