Wondering what type of organization you work for as a trainer

Hello all. I'm trying to get an idea of the kinds of organizations that are employing CompTIA instructors. Apologies if I missed some blatantly obvious source of that information (someone please tell me if I did), but i really only have a vague idea of what kinds of organizations need CompTIA instructors.

My initial wild guess includes:

  • IT training companies
  • Corporations with large IT staff
  • Trade schools and career centers (I work for one of these)
  • Independent trainers
What am I missing? Is anyone willing to educate me here?
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Release date of the CompTIA Tech+ Instructor Edition eBook on comptia shop?

I'm glad to see the CompTIA Tech+ eBook after the website changes, which currently seems to only be available as a Student Edition. However, I'm looking for the Instructor Edition. How much longer until the CompTIA Tech+ Instructor Edition eBook is released/available.

Advice for people soliciting for trainers

If you want to get some responses to your solicitations for trainers, please remember to do the following:

1. Be specific in what you're looking for. Is the assignment contract work, part-time, or full-time? Do you require that the trainer be certified in the latest version, or just have an active certification that is maintained through CEUs? Do you require a degree? Does the assignment require TS/SCI clearance? Is the assignment onsite or virtual? Do you want local trainers, or will you accept distant or even overseas trainers? In which time zone will the training take place? In what language will the training be conducted?

2. Post a pay range for your budget. It saves you time and it saves the trainers time. If you have a limited budget, there may be trainers who will bid on the job. But more experienced trainers with high demand won't get tied up for an assignment that ultimately they won't accept.

3. Respond in a timely manner. If you post on this site, but take a week to respond to questions or comments, don't be surprised if you see little interest in the assignment.

No Tech+ ID card?

I just received my certificate for passing Tech+. Thanks, CIN and TTT, for the voucher!

Sadly, there was only a certificate and no plastic card to add to my stack. Is this unique to Tech+, or are we losing the cards going forward? I like my collection of red and white CompTIA IDs and want to keep growing the stack!

2025 NICE Conference and Expo

Looking forward to speaking at the 2025 NICE Conference and Expo next week in Denver, CO! I will be presenting Tuesday morning June 3, 2025. I will be presenting with Brian Correia of SANS\GIAC and Jim Wiggins of FITSI - Federal IT Security Institute. We will be discussing the changes with the new Skills-First Initiatives.

If anyone is attending NICE in Denver next, I hope we are able to connect!

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Content/Course Development for CompTIA Partners

Hello, quick note about content and course development.

I know as a former SME and trainer that the CompTIA suite of content is excellent, however, when it comes to "special programs" like for US Military Veterans or extended bootcamps some companies may need to develop a very specific program or additional courses.

Focus areas: AI, Blockchain, CompTIA, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing and Solutions Architecture

Please reach out if you are looking to build out a program like a bootcamp or a certification.

I have extensive experience from numerous roles with that. (O'Reilly Media, ACI Learning, Pearson, 101 Blockchains, SecureFlag, Brocade (Broadcom))

Joseph Holbrook

CLO/Author/Trainer

Digital Crest Institute (DCI)

www.digitalcrestinstitute.com

[email protected]

(703) 269-7044

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** MY Cybersecurity Insider Article **

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  • Educational institutions are prime targets for cyberattacks, with a 35% increase in incidents from 2023 to 2024, largely due to their vast data resources and reliance on outdated systems.

  • Common threats include phishing (vishing, smishing, and sophisticated emails) and unauthorized logins, making cybersecurity awareness critical for faculty and students alike.

  • To mitigate risks, schools should implement multi-factor authentication, follow the NIST cybersecurity framework, regularly update and patch systems, invest in zero-trust security, and maintain clear disaster recovery documentation.

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Looking for a Comptia A+ instructor

I'm searching for a Comptia A+ instructor right now to work with five Cape Town-based students. In less than a week, the classes will be offered online. It is ideal for the instructor to be from South Africa. We urgently need an instructor, therefore please get in touch with me. Looking forward to your reply.

Reduced functionality

I have been teaching A+, N+ and S+ for a while and have realised just how much we become accustomed to the great tools built into the Learn.comptia platform.
As an example, learners having ability for a learner to RAG rate themselves on their confidence levels and make notes directly on the lessons has been invaluable, allowing them to go go back to any low rated sections as homework, ahead of the next session.

On the new platform.comptia learners are not able to do this, the only workaround I have found is to ask learners to bookmark the area, while clunky and sort of works, but is not ideal.

So my question really is, are there any plans to add this functionality?

The new platform while admittedly is faster to load has far less features and functionality.

SecAI+: Have we discussed this yet?

I didn't see a forum for this cert yet, so posting here instead.

CompTIA has posted pre-draft objectives for a new cert: CompTIA SecAI+. Anyone seen these yet? Thoughts? I'm definitely interested and looking forward to this one.

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Contracting Instructors

Hello 👋

I am in the process of starting a youth IT initiative in Kentucky whereas I will need to hire instructors for A+, Network+ and Security+. I wanted to know if someone in this community could tell me what it takes to hire instructors along with any other logistics that come along with that?

A wonderful Hands-on CompTIA Linux plus Training in Malawi - 19th -23 May 2025

I would like to share that we had a wonderful training here.

We initially advertised for a CompTIA security + for specific dates. Corporate clients came and suggested their timelines which we have accommodated.
one client asked for Linux plus, cause they use Linux on their servers. We called for assistance here at CIN, and we finally agreed with Brian Wafula from Kenya who we invited to Malawi for in situ Linux plus Training.

This client was very happy, because of how well Brian 'hammered' the lessons.

We also thank Grace our Account Manager from CompTIA in South Africa, for the support she gave us, she was swift to assist when we faced some challenges. she has been and is giving us good support.

Thanking all CINERS who came forth for support, and suggestions on period. In fact we have agreed to support them online for a specific timeline to fully gain the confidence to sit for exam.

Thanks Thanks

College course development opportunity - AGMU Online

We are looking for people with experience in content development for university courses in Spanish and English, who have earned at least one of the following CompTIA certifications: Network+, Security+, PenTest+, Linux+, SecurityX (CASP+), Cloud+, Data+, DataSys+. We are working on the development of a new online, bilingual academic program in Spanish and English, supported by CompTIA. If you are interested, please send your resume and evidence of certification(s) to [email protected]

Candidates must read, write, and speak both languages.

PenTest+ Students have fewer labs than instructors

I prepared to teach PT0-003 using the CertMaster instructor materials, which have 44 labs. The CertMaster PT0-003 student materials have only 28 labs. CompTIA customer service did not have any information on this.

Does anyone here know why the CertMaster PT0-003 student and instructor materials don't have the same labs?

CompTIA CTT- Instructor Position (Houston,TX)

Job Title: Certified Instructor for CompTIA
Location:
Houston, TX (In-person) or Remote
Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Contract
About Us:
Hybrid Solutions Training & Testing Center is a Pearson VUE testing center in Houston, TX, offering certification exams and training programs in IT, healthcare, business, and trades. We are seeking experienced instructors to teach courses for professional certifications.
Responsibilities:
  • Deliver high-quality training for CompTI, A+, Cybersecurity
  • Develop lesson plans, practice exams, and hands-on exercises.
  • Guide students in exam strategies and career development.
  • Maintain industry knowledge and update curriculum as needed.
Requirements:
  • Certification in the subject area in CompTIA, A+, Cybersecurity
  • Teaching experience (preferred but not required).
  • Strong communication and instructional skills.
  • Ability to engage and support students.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Instructor certification (CompTIA CTT)
  • Experience with online or in-person instruction.
Compensation:
Competitive pay based on experience and course type.

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Any information helps!

Hello everyone!

Long story short I am AD Army and there is a gap at my installation for young soldiers to achieve certs without paying massive out of pocket expenses. Working to put the pieces together to teach entry level CompTIA in line with the certs I have. I've seen a lot of back and forth on here how to get the course material, cert master, etc. I found a way to get the vouchers covered for them from the Army but now I'm essentially trying to build a bootcamp that I can host locally for them. Any information anyone can offer will be much appreciated!
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