CompTIA A+ Certified Technician Preparation (CA71) Certificate
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Program Description:
The CompTIA A+ Certified Technician Preparation technical certificate of credit program is designed to provide computer users with the skills and knowledge necessary to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Earning CompTIA A+ certification shows that the individual possesses the knowledge, technical skills and customer relations skills essential for working as a successful entry-level computer service technician.
Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED® is not required to enter or graduate from the program.
Program Technical Requirements
1. All CIST programs require windows based PC.
2. Chromebooks and Mac and Linux based computers are not compatible with programs.
3. CIST 1510 and CIST 2531 require an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription.
Course Validity Duration
All CIST courses are valid for a period of 5 years after completion.
COMP 1000 is valid for a period of 5 years after completion.
Required Courses
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| CIST 1001 | Computer Concepts | 4 |
| CIST 1122 | Hardware Installation and Maintenance | 4 |
| CIST xxxx | CIST Operating Systems Course | 3 |
| CIST xxxx | CIST Elective | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 18 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation