Hi All. Happy New Year. I was looking for information including dates on the transition from ITF to Tech+ and for details of any update for Network+. Is there one place I can find a roadmap for CompTIA courses with these and other course information and any associated Train the Trainer sessions? I can see that some of this stuff was announced at the CompTIA summit last year which I wasn't able to attend. Thanks in advance.

I'd like to ask why some trainers/colleges choose to use 3rd party training materials over CompTIA's official Learn & Labs and Practice. My thoughts are, since CompTIA is the certifying body, doesn't it make sense to use their materials? They are guaranteed to cover the necessary topics right?

With all the different 3rd party training options out there, what makes them better the CompTIA's? I know everyone wants to create their own and make some coin but I wouldn't go to a Chevy shop to fix my Ferrari. (I don't have a Ferrari) Maybe I would if I created my own study materials.......

I just ran an A+ class using L&L and it went great. Their supplied slides are crap and need a lot of mods but they flow with the lessons.

Thoughts anyone and thank you.

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Hello, I would like to inquire about the exam voucher. I don't know if anyone has received the CAPS+, Cloud+, and Network+ vouchers. It's been a long time now. I have not received my exam voucher. What should I do? I have contacted as suggested by someone. but still, no feedback back How long do I have to wait? So what should I do? Thank you.

I've been talking to my usual CompTIA rep (aka "business development manager") via email and they were stimied by this one.

There's CompTIA exam voucher resellers who offer certification vouchers in ways that seem hard to compete with. These folks do not appear on CompTIA's registered partner list. Their websites also don't mention a parent company which could be on the list. What's more, their websites don't actually much of anything about the company! No registration information, no address.

Your initial thought might be "scammers", but supposedly plenty of folks on Reddit and elsewhere report getting their vouchers just fine. So payments are processed and working vouchers are delivered and used.

One example are voucherplex.com. They offer most vouchers at more than the usual 20% CompTIA partner discount. This might mean that they have a higher partner tier and thus get more discounts. But then why are they not on the partner list?

Another example is supervoucher.com. They are an even more interesting case! They offer exam vouchers with differing lifetimes, offering higher discounts for shorter lifetime vouchers. They also offer vouchers on a global level, so not just US/CA, but also UK, EU, Emerging markets etc, which should be impossible. I guess Supervoucher buy vouchers in bulk every month, selling them FIFO (first in first out) and then selling left-overs at reduced prices while they're almost expiring.

But again... they're not on the partner list, while they make claims about such status. They also don't list a parent company. No nothing.

Both companies, after some sleuthing, appear to be in Canada. One in Ontario, the other in Toronto.

I'm very curious about your insights... How the heck are companies that appear to not be registered partners buying vouchers in bulk? And how is one of them buying vouchers across the globe, instead of only in their own market?

When taking a CompTIA certification exam using the Pearson Vue exam platform, does anyone recall whether you must CLOSE the scenario window to see the entire PBQ?
A student is asking and I don't recall precisely.
(In contrast, you MUST close the scenario window in CertMaster.)

Cheyney University's Workforce Enhancement Network is in need of an experienced remote Comptia ITF+ certification instructor. We will be running the course beginning spring semester of February 2023 for approximately 8-10 weeks. All instructional resources will be provided to the instructor including CompTIA and uCertify products.

A multi-certified instructor is preferred with wide experience in IT certification and instruction. The instructor will meet with students weekly for virtual instruction to prep for the ITF+ exam.

Please share this opportunity with the IT instructor community and contact Mrs. Kiyanna Davis @ [email protected] with a recent professional resume to be considered.

Hi Everyone, our nonprofit is seeking to onboard a few US based part time (2 hrs per week) instructors to prepare our scholars for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ & Security+ exam. The program delivery is virtual and instruction will be provided on Thursdays from 5pm - 7pm EST starting February 15th. Please send me a message confirming your interest and preferred hourly rate. You can find out more about our information at www.diversitycybercouncil.com

Hello everyone,
I am new to CIN and was wondering if someone can provide a brief orientation of what and how I can benefit from being a member of this community.

Your help and guidance is much appreciated.

Best,
Moez B.

I had a client ask me if I could teach a virtual CASP+ class next week. Apparently, they had an instructor booked but he backed out at the last minute.

If you have the CASP+ cert and can teach a virtual class next week, you can use the contact information below. Do not contact me or ask me questions about the assignment because I don't know much more about it than what I've already mentioned. I had to pass because I'm already teaching next week.


Contact:

Liz Pernaselci
Director of Operations
Applied Technology Academy

Phone: 800.674.3550 x704
Email: [email protected]
AppliedTechnologyAcademy.com

2023 was a fantastic year and I would definitely recommend anyone on the fence to take and try CompTIA's Selection of exams.

Unfortunately, they don't give you a card for ITF+ And Cloud Essentials+, but i did manage to complete all exams in 8 years.

Do we know if CompTIA Has any plans to Modernize the Branding Packs for Certificates etc ?

I am wishing All the CIN Members the best of luck in their studies and a happy new year for 2024

CompTIA ChannelCon 2024
July 30-August 1, 2024
Atlanta, GA
Venue: Hyatt Regency Atlanta

For no more information see: https://connect.comptia.org/channelcon/home

It has been 2 months of sacrifice, lots of labs and commitment. Finally paid off. After an OnVue disappointment on Thursday, I rescheduled to this day.

The year has been great - added 5 COMPTIA certifications to my sleeve, a career change and expecting much more.

To all CINers, muchos gracias. I couldn’t have done this without your inspiration and spirit.

I'm loving the new Learning Platform. Thanks CompTIA.

I'm thrilled to have the Pentest+ passed few minutes ago!
Thanks to all CompTIA team and CIN network for the valuable exchange during the TtT.
I purchased the voucher since I didn't receive the one related to the TtT.

Question:
Why is malware that runs as a Windows service more difficult for the average end user to detect?

Choices:
A. Because services run in the User mode

B. Because services run in the background and do not interact with the users

C. Because all services run automatically when the system boots up

D. Because services run in the Kernel mode


Your Answer:

Note: 1 week detention if your response is incorrect!!!!

Hi Everyone, our nonprofit is seeking to onboard a few US based part time (2 hrs per week) instructors to prepare our scholars for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ & Security+ exam. The program delivery is virtual and instruction will be provided on Thursdays from 5pm - 7pm EST starting February 15th. Please send me a message confirming your interest and preferred hourly rate. You can find out more about our information at www.diversitycybercouncil.com

Thank you to CompTIA for creating a great lab for students which really make them understand better the practical hands on and theory part of the book. Those days we used to show it manually going to certain site but nowadays it's all in lab with explanation which the students understand better the course.
I make sure my students complete the lab before sit for the exam. Which will be very helpful when sitting for exam.

Check out the latest NCL webinar this Thursday, October 21!

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Empower your students with hands-on cybersecurity practice without building your own labs! As a cybersecurity instructor, you may be on the lookout for easily accessible ways for students to apply what they learned in class.

Find out about the NCL bi-annual all-virtual competition, along with resources for students such as webinar tutorials, blogs, lesson plans, how to use NCL as labwork, and connecting with the NCL Coaching Community.

NCL, powered by Cyber Skyline, helps high school and college students improve their cybersecurity capabilities in 9 categories, which are mapped to CompTIA’s certifications as well as NIST NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Work Roles.

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I just went through the Practice Question for the 701 Version: (did you see this question?)

An AIPS actively monitors the network traffic. It can modify and automatically block malicious real-time traffic, fulfilling the administrator's requirements.

A PIDS merely detects and alerts suspicious activity but does not take automatic actions to block or modify traffic. Thus, it will not meet the requirement of real-time threat mitigation.
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Never heard about this out side this Questions.. )and they are not mentioned in the Course Book either.
An IDS is always passive , and an IPS always active . So using these terms here is not correct, since the termn is incorrect.
-> pleonasm

google finds only
for AIPS. (a= advanced)

I reported it as false..

But what you think?
Did u use these Terms in your courses?

Hi,

We run our own pearsonvue test center at our college (private), and was noticing the exam codes for Network+.
In the CompTIA list, there is N10-008 for the Network+ exam, but there is also N10-008-ADA.
Any clue what the ADA exam is for?

Please see the posting below.

Hi Everyone, our nonprofit is seeking to onboard a few US based part time (2 hrs per week) instructors to prepare our scholars for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ & Security+ exam. The program delivery is virtual and instruction will be provided on Thursdays from 5pm - 7pm EST starting February 15th. Please send me a message confirming your interest and preferred hourly rate. You can find out more about our information at www.diversitycybercouncil.com

Are you a changemaker?
If you are someone who sees the potential in people, and who believes that everyone, given the right tools and support, can thrive, then you’re in the right place. At Momentum, we are committed to building a society where everyone belongs. Where we are all valued for who we are and where we are all given the tools and opportunities to build the life we want. We value diversity, and we believe everyone has a role to play in building a just and equitable society. We’re changemakers transforming our community for the good of all.

What you’ll be doing:
Momentum is building up its offering of tech training programs as a path towards empowering those from under-represented groups to cross the digital divide and land careers in Tech.
We are seeking out an engaging instructor to help students (12-15 students per cohort) to prepare for the Comptia A+ examinations (220-1101, 220-1102).
Our hope is the successful candidate will be able to deliver classes live and in-person. However, we are open to an instructor who can provide live remote instruction if we can’t find a candidate in the Calgary area.
You will be required to bring your own curriculum and instruction materials to support students to pass their certification exams.

Key Areas of Responsibility:
• Deliver engaging, adult-learner focused instruction to help learners pass certification exams.
• Prepare curriculum materials that can be accessed through Momentum’s Learning Management System (D2L).
• Monitor participant attendance and report all absences/irregularities to program staff.
• Communicate participant progress to program staff and collaborate on any additional support participants may require.
• Attend planning and consultative meetings with department staff as needed.

Who we’re looking for:
• You are great at explaining technical concepts in a way students can understand.
• You are passionate about working with diverse learners as they launch careers in tech.
• You have experience developing lesson plans to meet the needs of adult learners.
• You have experience in preparing students to take certification exams.
• A degree, diploma, certificate, or a professional designation in a related field (Information technology, computer science etc.).
• 3+ years of professional experience in the IT industry.
• At least 1 year experience or hold a training certificate in adult education.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, facilitation, and communication skills.
• You have experience with classroom management and individual learning support.

Additional Information:
• We are requiring the IT Instructor for 7 weeks between February 26, 2024 – April 12, 2024.
• The IT Instructor will facilitate classes for 20-30hrs/week (Monday to Friday, 9-12pm, 1pm-4pm).

To apply:
Please forward resume with cover letter via e-mail to: [email protected]. Applicants must state salary expectations in their cover letter.
State competition number (MOM1101) in subject line of email.

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