Question about the CertMaster Learn Inclusions in some certifications

[Reuel Santiago]

Hi All,

It has been a while since I used CertMaster, and I'm a little bit confused as to the inclusion/integration of the laboratory aspect. I can distinctly remember being able to launch Virtual Laboratory environments in CertMaster Learn for both A+ and Security+, but much has changed since then (I think this was around 2022, give or take a few years). I've been looking at the product pages and even used the chatbot, but can't get the answer I'm looking for.

Basically, my company is looking into these Certifications:

1. A+ (both cores)
2. Network+
3. Security+
4. Server+
5. Tech+

If we bought just the CertMaster product, which ones would also have an integrated laboratory? For example, in the product page of Network+, it has the following bullet point

• Extensive practice: Engage with simulated labs, assessments, and questions to reinforce your learning.

So I would assume Network+ CertMaster Learn does have an integrated lab, and there is no need to purchase the standalone laboratory. Is this the same case for the others listed?

 

[Jose A Ruiz Marquez]

This one can be confusing because CompTIA shuffled the products around in 2024 whan they bought Test Out and things got renamed. What you remember (launching actual VM lab environments right inside CertMaster Learn) was the old "Integrated Learn + Labs" product. That's now called CertMaster Perform.

If your company wants the real hands-on labs, plus text, activities, quizzes and practice exams:
- CertMaster Perform = Learn + the live VM labs in one login (easiest)

I've worked with the Cert Master Perform editions for Network+, Server+, Linux+, Cloud+, Pentest+, CySA, CASP+, Security X and SecAI+. All have labs integrated with all the material mentioned above.

Hope that helps!

 

[Reuel Santiago]

This one can be confusing because CompTIA shuffled the products around in 2024 whan they bought Test Out and things got renamed. What you remember (launching actual VM lab environments right inside CertMaster Learn) was the old "Integrated Learn + Labs" product. That's now called CertMaster Perform.

If your company wants the real hands-on labs, plus text, activities, quizzes and practice exams:
- CertMaster Perform = Learn + the live VM labs in one login (easiest)

I've worked with the Cert Master Perform editions for Network+, Server+, Linux+, Cloud+, Pentest+, CySA, CASP+, Security X and SecAI+. All have labs integrated with all the material mentioned above.

Hope that helps!

Alright, this is good information. Is it possible for me to go to the on-demand TTT sessions for these and secure some codes so I can test them out?

 

[Jose A Ruiz Marquez]

Alright, this is good information. Is it possible for me to go to the on-demand TTT sessions for these and secure some codes so I can test them out?

CompTIA used to offer CertMaster trial access links on some of their certification pages, but I don't see those being offered anymore. I think maybe @Stephen Schneiter can be of assistance here.

That said, I can personally vouch for the quality of the CompTIA training materials. I am fortunate to work at a university with a full CompTIA Academic Partnership, where our cybersecurity and IT courses are built around CompTIA content. Through that partnership, I have access to the entire CertMaster library and receive exam vouchers for any certifications I want to pursue. Between 2024 and 2026 I was able to fully cover Cert Master for Network+, Security+, Pentest+, CySA+, CASP+ and SecAI+ and took the tests via free vouchers. The material is top notch and believe me, if you prepare with just theory, like many people do you are missing half the picture, and Cert Masters prepare you way better for the exam with all the activities and VM labs.

 

[Fanuel]

@Reuel Santiago, Contact the CompTIA Business Development Manager in your region for support.

 

[siacovlev]

CompTIA used to offer CertMaster trial access links on some of their certification pages, but I don't see those being offered anymore. I think maybe @Stephen Schneiter can be of assistance here.

That said, I can personally vouch for the quality of the CompTIA training materials. I am fortunate to work at a university with a full CompTIA Academic Partnership, where our cybersecurity and IT courses are built around CompTIA content. Through that partnership, I have access to the entire CertMaster library and receive exam vouchers for any certifications I want to pursue. Between 2024 and 2026 I was able to fully cover Cert Master for Network+, Security+, Pentest+, CySA+, CASP+ and SecAI+ and took the tests via free vouchers. The material is top notch and believe me, if you prepare with just theory, like many people do you are missing half the picture, and Cert Masters prepare you way better for the exam with all the activities and VM labs.

Jose, how are you able to obtain free instructor vouchers? We are a career center CompTIA academic partner, and I am yet to figure out how I can take the tests myself. Thanks!