We are currently looking for instructors and teaching assistants for a week-long camp in Detroit, MI, in person. Instructors receive a stipend of $2,500!! This position is great for teachers, teens, college students, and adults who love working with kids, have experience in Arduino programming, and have a passion for tech! Please view the attached description for further application details!
Pittsburgh, PA Lead Instructor Position

Happy Friday Instructors!!

This weeks question was: What Instructor Resources do I have access to?

The Answer: As an Instructor on the CertMaster Learn Platform you will have access to the resources assigned to the Course you will be teaching. The resources will vary with each certification, but will be housed on your Boost Dashboard under Instructor Resources.
Some of the platform resources include:
-Instructor PowerPoint Presentations: Outlined Presentations for instructor led training
-Mapping Course Content: Structured table of contents of entire lesson plan outline, so the instructor can adjust to their schedule.
-Onboarding Checklist: Guided information for instructors to verify they have all the information they need
-Presentation Planner: Outline timeline and average time stamps for each lesson
-Setup Files: Knowledge and Frequently asked questions when Planning, Performing, Conducting and Analyzing a course.
-Transcripts: English subtitled transcripts of transition guide videos


Some outside platform resources include:
-User Manuals: The User manual breaks down the platforms access, features and resources from an Admin and Instructor and Student perspective.
-Reporting Guides: A breakdown of the reporting features for our CertMaster Learn and CertMaster Practice Platforms. These guides explains the details for all reporting aspects.

"(ISC)² has created an entry-level cybersecurity certification – a first step through which we can attract and develop diverse talent to round out the cybersecurity teams of the future, including students, recent college graduates and career changers. This is a major shift for (ISC)² and for the industry, and we hope you share our excitement about the prospect of helping so many embark on a new career in cybersecurity.
See https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/entry-level-certification-pilot"

And just when you thought, "there's no such thing as a free lunch," read below:

Share a Free Entry-Level Cybersecurity
Certification Exam Voucher

Share the Link: www.isc2.org/Voucher-Offer

Share the Code: CYBERSTART

I have encouraged instructors in Georgia technical colleges to attend the TTT sessions and also to join CIN. I hear from them all the time of do I know low cost or free good training and first thing I tell them is get in the TTT CIN classes as most are great. Lee is doing a good job with PEN+ now. And when we have Deep Dive again I will promote it to and I hope I have the opportunity to teach a deep dive again or to teach a TTT.

Join the partner launch webinar Wednesday, March 2nd at 10 am CST : Registration link: https://s.comptia.org/3oEEKSu

Hello Everyone,

As a follow-up to my previous message, CompTIA currently has DOL-approved National Guideline Standards for registered apprenticeship programs.

- Tech Support Specialist
- Network Support Specialist
- Cybersecurity Support Technician
- Tech Project Coordinator

You can download the NGS guidelines from our website: https://www.comptia.org/content/lp/apprenticeships-for-tech

CompTIA is working to partner with both "intermediaries" and to generate apprenticeship demand from employers. The tight labor market for IT talent is really driving interest in "apprenticeship" as an option! If you are not sure and just want to have a conversation, please let me know. Between our efforts on employer engagement and helping intermediaries launch their programs....we've made great progress.

Best,
Liz

Do we have slides for the Network + N10-008?

Please excuse me if i missed it.

Project+ (PK1-005) Open Beta NOW Available – Register at Pearson Vue​

• CompTIA Project+ gives IT professionals the basic concepts to successfully manage small- to medium-sized projects using agile or waterfall methodologies.
• Beta exam is available from now until April 5, 2022. Results will be sent by Pearson VUE in Sept. 2022 when the results are finalized. Discount beta exam price is $50 USD. Exam code is PK1-005.
• This exam certification is equivalent to at least 6–12 months of hands-on experience managing projects in an IT environment.
• You can learn more about the difference between 004 and 005 here: CompTIA Project+ 004 vs. 005: What’s the Difference?

Tentative Launch Schedule for final release of PK0-005:

• PK0-005 preview Sep 13, 2022
• PK0-005 general availability mid-Oct 2022

Yes, it is time to talk about the next version of the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams. Join the CompTIA Instructor Network and special guest Allen Stubblefield as he takes a Sneak Peek into changes with the new exam vs. the current version. 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.

When: Wednesday, March 02, 2022
What Time? 7:00 pm CST

Reserve your seat today!

Happy Monday everyone!

Our next question is: What Instructor resources do I have access to?

We are looking forward to your responses throughout the week!

Hello all
If I did not attend the sessions CIN TTT Series Network+N10-008 and watch them on On-demand.

Do I then deserve to get the voucher ?
Even if the session ended a while ago.

@Stephen Schneiter

Thanks

Happy Friday everyone!

Our question this week was: What is the Boost Dashboard?

The Answer: The boost dashboard is the landing page for Instructors in the CertMaster Learn Platform. This dashboard houses all instructor resources and analytics for both Students and Groups. Resources are applicable to almost all CompTIA Certifications. Analytics are available when a student is assigned to an Instructor. If the student is not tied to the Instructor in a group, the Instructor will not be able to see the reports of the "group/classroom" and students tied to it.

If you are a lead Instructor or the Supervisor for your Institution you will have visibility of analytics for the whole Institution, and from there you can drill down deeper into group and student reporting.

In the following weeks we will have questions surrounding the details of the boost dashboard, so stay tuned!

Hello Everyone, just sharing information about a program to get you started with a registered apprenticeship program. Let me know what questions you have. This is for US only.


CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech Intermediary Ignitor - US ONLY

Did you know that you can leverage the CompTIA courses that you already offer to provide the related technical instruction (RTI) for apprenticeships? Did you also know that RTI providers can now serve as intermediary sponsors for a registered apprenticeship? By serving in this role your organization can increase your value to employers in your area, help close the tech skills gaps in your community, and provide immediate relevance and experience in tech roles for your students. By serving as an intermediary you will bring students and employers together to meet immediate talent needs in your labor market, and give your students a competitive advantage through paid work while they learn and earn certifications.

Interested, but need help? We can help, at no cost to you, through the support of the US Department of Labor. CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech can help organizations leverage CompTIA created apprenticeship standards for five in-demand job roles: Tech Support Specialist, Network Support Specialist, Cybersecurity Support Technician, Tech Project Coordinator, and Data Analyst. The competencies gained from any of these apprenticeships provide a solid foundation for multiple tech career pathways. Read the Getting Started with CompTIA Apprentices for Tech guide to learn more about the standards.



We invite allwho are interested in becoming apprenticeship intermediary to join the CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech Intermediary Ignition Lab Spring 2022 cohort.

Organizations will:

1. Receive consulting expertise and support to streamline and accelerate the launch of a new apprenticeship program.
2. Receive access to tools and resources to help organizations become an intermediary.
3. Gain access to a network of participating organizations to exchange information and ideas.

Just fill out this interest form by March 15, 2022 and a member of the CompTIA Apprenticeship for Tech team will contact you to address any questions that you have.

I just received a survey to fill in reg. what the next CySA+ shall be more focus on.
Time flies since the last launch of the exceptional CS0-002. All my students loved it and felt that the exam was much fairer and more balanced than the 001 exam.
Looking forward to see the same in the 003!

We are in the process of setting up ITF+ curricula using the CompTIA Learn and Labs. What we are finding is that while these are great pieces individually, the two do not complement each other directly. A third piece is necessary, to help the students identify when to switch from Learn to Labs.

I understand the two are separate items available for purchase and referring to labs they don't have access to may confuse students. However, it would be great to have a place in Learn to mark that Labs has been purchased so the relevant lab material sections can be referenced at the right time and place within the Learn modules.

Granted, we are new to building these out, so it is quite possible I am missing something elementary in my research.

I do not have a copy of the student study guide, perhaps the guide helps tie the two together? Or any other places where this is compiled?

Things are running very slow, I'm getting JSON errors, and just got this one... Anyone else?

Hello all,
We are searching for an instructor to teach Virtual Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) course for our federal government agency. If you are certified to teach, please reach out to me.

Thanks,
Christine Aykac
[email protected]

I'm new to the CertMaster labs. My college recently purchased me the Sec+ labs since I'm teaching that course and we're using the labs for the class. Is it possible to see the exam results for labs that you have already completed? I was part way through the labs, when I thought, since I have them send me screenshots of their exam results, I should probably save mine to compare. (Sometimes, as you know, students can be quite... creative). So, I was wondering if I can go back and

Thanks!

John

Hello World!!

CIN has a sweet gift for you this Valentine’s Day!! We are pleased to announce the release of the official CIN community mobile app available on the App Store and Google Play store! Now you can take CIN with you everywhere and always stay connected with the community!

Download the app and check out the community for yourself. Happy Posting!!

Apple Store Download
Google Play Store Download

We are thrilled to see all the engagement on this forum!

For our next question, we will elaborate on our previous question: What is the Boost Dashboard?

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Please can someone send me the presentation for CompTIA ITF+. Thanks.

Question: As an Instructor, what type of access do I have within the CompTIA learning platforms?

On the CertMaster Learn Platform an Instructor has access to the boost dashboard. Here, they have the ability to access instructor resources, reporting for groups and students assigned to them. Instructors can also impersonate the students assigned to them!

On the CertMaster Labs Platform the instructor has the ability to monitor the labs of their students in a live environment!

Hello CompTIA Instructors,

In case you missed our big news today...I am posting it here! (PR RELEASE)

February 9, 2022

The association’s first data-specific credential, CompTIA Data+, will launch this quarter. CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data analytics certification for professionals tasked with developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making.

Additional new certifications and learning materials centered on data knowledge and skills will be introduced beginning in 2023, with resources available for all career levels – early (CompTIA Data Foundations), intermediate for data analytics (CompTIA Data+) and data systems (CompTIA DataSys+) and advanced data science (CompTIA DataSci+).

“As the use of data grows in all aspects of business operations companies are learning that they need to develop teams with diverse and distinct skills at several levels, from a foundational understanding of the basics of data to advanced skillsets in areas such as data science and systems,” said Todd Thibodeaux, CompTIA president and CEO.

During the past 12 months, there were over 193,000 job postings by U.S. employers for data analysts, data mining specialists, data engineers and data scientists. More than half of the positions are in the 0-2 years or 3-5 years of experience range. The need for core data skills extends beyond data-specific job roles. Employers listed over one million job postings over the past 12 months seeking candidates with skills in data analysis, data mining or data visualization.

Yet according to CompTIA’s “Data Management and Analysis Trends” report just one in four companies report being exactly where they want to be with their utilization of data, meaning the majority recognize a need for improvement in some area. The top reported data challenges facing organizations include the need for more timely data analysis; the ability work across multiple data sets and data types; and to close data-related skills gaps among staff.

“Organizations that think strategically about overcoming data silos and developing a data-first mindset among staff will be positioned to unlock the full potential of data,” Thibodeaux added.

Data-related jobs are projected to be among the fastest-growing occupations through the balance of this decade, with some positions, such as data scientists, expected to grow up to five times faster than other occupations.

@Stephen Schneiter time to start a new Data Forum

We had a Cybersecurity company that does managed detection and response (in addition to the regular pentesting vulnerability assessments) for other organizations do a guest talk in my class earlier today. It was very interactive and engaging, and they were able to show my class the tools and processes they use.

One of the tools they use (for threat hunting & triage) is Intezer Analyze (https://www.intezer.com/intezer-analyze/).
It's a pretty amazing all-in-one tool. After their demo I'm planning on creating content and labs for it in our Cybersecurity course!

Thought I'd share this here in case it piques other's interest, or if you'd like to explore it in your Cybersecurity courses as well.
Cheers,
Jason.