Not sure how many of you saw this come in through Credly, but it appears that CompTIA is moving these two certifications to the CE model, along with all the others.

I know Server+ was on the fence for a while - whether it was going to remain or go away. Seems like it's here to stay for a while.

Project+, I can kind of see, since the PM world changes a fair bit - perhaps CompTIA thinks this would be a good move to put it in better position for industry recognition - although sadly, PMI will probably always remain the front runner for Project Management certifications within the general industry.

What does the CIN community think about this?

(yeah, I know I've been light on posts lately, but I'll try to do better at that - that is, if y'all missed the Black Fedora)

Rick

Are you ready for the first TTT series of 2026? Join the CompTIA Instructor Network and special guest @Dwayne Natwick as he leads the SecAI+ TTT series. Dwayne will cover the exam objectives and provide hands-on examples as you strengthen your cybersecurity skills. We will discuss how to cover the content with students and suggest various labs to let students gain hands-on experience as they prepare for certification.

CompTIA SecAI+ is the first certification in CompTIA's new expansion series, designed to help you secure, govern, and responsibly integrate artificial intelligence into cybersecurity operations. Gain the skills to defend AI systems, meet global compliance standards, and use AI to enhance threat detection, automation, and innovation while strengthening organizational resilience.

What: CIN TTT Series: SecAI+ V1
When: February 18 - March 9, 2026 (Six sessions), 1:30 - 3:30 PM CDT
Who: Dwayne Natwick
Where: ON24
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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):

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.)

From CBS News.

Some interesting reporting from CBS News on research by Resume Genius.

My own completely unscientific research would agree: "8 in 10 hiring managers consider AI skills a priority".

I was surprised to read this: "while many workers today are well aware of the need to hone their AI chops, few employers offer the necessary training, said Lisa Gevelber, who heads Google's "Grow with Google" initiative."

I don't agree with the statement that people can learn about AI in ways that might boost their job search or advance their careers. "According to AI and career development experts, a good way to start is simply by using publicly available AI tools daily.". That's just undirected learning, which is really hard to express on a resume or in an interview.

I completely agree and tell my students: "Just saying, 'I use ChatGPT,' is not how workers should be reflecting their skills," Caucci of 1Huddle said. "Make sure your resume has an AI throughline." That idea of a thoughtline is important because it shows a progression of problems solved or goals achieved, which I've found is important to cite during interviews.

My closing point is that, having used the new AI training available from CompTIA, we instructors can help students develop cross-AI model/platform skills, which, if clearly expressed in a thought line during an interview, should make our students stand out.

The CompTIA DataSys+ (DS1-002) beta exam is designed for professionals working with data systems, storage, and databases in real-world environments.

If you or your network are involved in data management, analytics enablement, or database administration, this is a great opportunity to help shape a new certification while it’s in beta.

Good morning,

I haven’t received the Data+ V2 voucher yet and was just checking to see if they’ve been sent out.

Thank you!
Tracey

Hello Everyone! We have been in the process of building out a webinar schedule for the rest of the 2026. Below is the outcome of the planning we have so far. We would like feedback from CIN as to what you think is missing? What topics would you like to see offered? Are there any proposed launches from the CompTIA Product Roadmap that you think should be covered? We will add to our webinar list based on feedback and interests.

To say things have been slow even for experienced CompTIA instructors like myself would be a massive understatement.

Do any of you have any recommendations for training companies or brokers that hire for single week classes?

AI Agent Operations Experts Needed​

CompTIA is recruiting Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to review, validate, and help build a new certification exam aligned to AI Agent Operations. SMEs ensure content is technically accurate, industry-relevant, vendor-neutral where intended, and written at the correct depth for professionals with DevOps/Cloud/IT operations backgrounds transitioning into AI Agent Operations.

Hello everyone,
Is anyone currently going through the CertMaster for SecAI+?
Overall, I think the material is well-organized and well designed.
However, I couldn’t find any student or instructor handouts that could serve as an "offline" resource?

Also, regarding the interactive labs, which I must say, great job CompTIA!, I noticed that when resuming labs from a saved point, some tools and steps don’t work properly due to poor connectivity, often internet-related issues.
A simple DNS refresh or reset usually fixes this, but it might be helpful to mention this somewhere for students who aren't experienced in troubleshooting, as they might expect everything to work seamlessly.
Of course, at this certification level, students should have enough proficiency to handle such issues themselves, but I bring this up because many might assume such guides are provided upon purchase?

Greetings CINers, I haven't logged in on this app in a while. I have been a member of the network since the first "CSA" TTT sessions... How can I get back my long term member designation? Thanks

We have a mature student who is looking to receive some one-to-one support with CompTIA A+ (and then Security+). Initial requirement is 1 hour per week for 4 weeks.

We are launching some new products in the next couple of months that will also require one-to-one support in a similar format.

Would suit someone looking to earn some additional income and really make a difference to a great student!

We are based in London, UK but work can be completed remotely.

I found that the CompTIA SecAI+ certification can provide partial CEUs towards renewing other CompTIA certifications. Conversely, it can also earn partial CEUs from other CompTIA certifications as well.

Source: https://www.comptia.org/en-us/resou...activities/additional-comptia-certifications/

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?

I've got 25 years IT experience and over 16 specializing in security, so I'm not coming into this completely ignorant. But in taking the unit quizzes and practice exam in CertMaster, the questions seem way different than the material I've been studying the last couple months. I'm also going through the TTT recordings now but that seems in line with the CM material.
Are the exercises relevant for the test? Also, is there a better alternative for learning what I need to pass the exam?
Thanks in advance!

Is it possible to extend the validity of my exam voucher?

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The survey is anonymous and has 31 questions and it is estimated to take less than one hour to complete the survey and will ask questions about demographics, ZTA authentication experience, implementation of ZTA context, perceived system performance, perceived user productivity, and user satisfaction.



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Today I passed the DA0-002: CompTIA Data+ Certification Exam. I had already passed the previous version DA0-001, and I thought this one was much easier.

One PBQ, 79 M/C questions. A few AI questions scattered throughout, but otherwise not much new.

Overall, it's a good introductory data certification for people getting started on their career path in data analytics.

I'll be taking the new DataSys+ soon. I'm interested to see how much it has changed since the previous version.

Hello CINers,

I’m happy to share that I have successfully passed the CompTIA SecAI+ (CY0-001) exam today.
A big thank you to @Stephen Schneiter for the exam voucher and for making the CompTIA Instructor Network such an amazing place to learn, collaborate, and grow.

Excited to bring more AI security concepts into my teaching and discussions with learners.

Hi, nice to meet you all.

Any way to get my hands on the official SecAI+ study guide PDF? I am planning to take the exam in the following months and i want to get through the official material.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,


I just wanted to check if anyone has received their exam voucher after attending all six sessions of the CompTIA CIN TTT Series: SecAI+?

I'm in the process of reviewing my CompTIA certs to make certain I have the required CEUs for renewal. i don't like to wait until the last minute. I typically get them done within the first year or two. CloudNetX has been a particular challenge.

1. No other CompTIA certification gives full or partial credit for CEUs.
2. No other non-CompTIA certifications gives full or partial credit for CEUs
3. The only options are as follows:

20 hours of webinars max
20 hours of conference attendance max
75 hours of attending training max
Retaking the newest version of the exam

By having the fewest renewal options, this makes the CloudNetX certification one of the most difficult ones to renew. DataAI has the same renewal options.

I have been tossing this idea around in my head after spending some time with sites like boot.dev and KodeKloud. I am looking for ways to more interactively train students. I have had so much feedback from the younger folks that they don't want to spend time watching videos. You know, in 2007, I was frothing at the mouth for video tutorial training because I am personally a visual learner. I also spend a lot of time doing labs and things on my own. When I was studying to the Network+ (which I completely bombed at the time). Getting my hands on a CCNA rack from eBay was like the most delicious BBQ Beef Ribs dropping in my lap with some of the best potato salad from Momma.

Now in this highly interactive and lazy, give it all to me now generation of techs who want everything served to them on a platter. I'm struggling to see how to make things more interactive. Honestly, I have really enjoyed platforms like KodeKloud and LabEx where you have actual hands-on keyboard with actual labs (but the guidance still sucks).

Has anyone thought about or built an OpenClaw styled solution to actively interact with students during learning? I have been thinking about maybe theory first and then video explanation and then a hands-on interactive lab using an AI Agent. I would really like the thoughts from others.

Claude Mythos and the AI Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call

https://www.bain.com/insights/claude-mythos-and-ai-cybersecurity-wake-up-call/