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CompTIA A+
NEW EXAM CODES 220-1101 & 220-1102
PREVIOUS VERSION EXAM CODES 220-1001 & 220-1002
CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for
launching IT careers into today’s digital world.
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SUPPORT CORE TECHNOLOGIES FROM SECURITY TO
N E T W O R K I N G T O V I RT U A L I Z AT I O N A N D M O R E
CompTIA A+ Is the
Industry Standard for
Establishing a Career
in IT.
Only Industry-Recognized Credential
Performance testing proves pros can think on their
feet to perform critical IT support tasks.
Trusted by Employers
CompTIA A+ identi>es the go-to person in end point
management and technical support roles.
Your IT Journey Starts Here
CompTIA A+ appears in more tech support job
listings than any other IT credential.
The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates
to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2
(220-1102) covering the following new content,
emphasizing the technologies and skills IT pros
need to support a hybrid workforce:
Increased reliance on SaaS applications for
remote work
How to remotely diagnose and correct
common software, hardware or
connectivity problems
Evolving core technologies from cloud
virtualization and IoT device security to
data management and scripting
Multiple operating systems, when to use
them and how to keep them running
properly
ReQects the changing nature of the job,
including how to assess if it’s best to >x
something on site, or send it to a
specialized provider
C O M P T I A A + VA L I D AT E S C E RT I F I E D
PROFESSION ALS H AVE THE SKILLS REQUIRED TO
S U P P O R T T O D AY ’ S D I G I TA L W O R L D
What Skills Will You
Learn?
Hardware
!
Identifying, using and connecting
hardware components and devices,
including the broad knowledge about
different devices that is now necessary to
support the remote workforce
Operating Systems
!
Install and support Windows OS including
command line and client support, system
con>guration imaging and
troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS,
Android and Linux OS
Software Troubleshooting
!
Troubleshoot PC and mobile device
issues including common OS, malware
and security issues
Networking
! Explain types of networks and
connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and
SOHO
Troubleshooting
! Troubleshoot real-world device and
network issues quickly and eXciently
Security
" Identify and protect against security
vulnerabilities for devices and their
network connections
Mobile Devices
! Install and con>gure laptops and other
mobile devices and support applications
to ensure connectivity for end users
Virtualization and Cloud
!
Computing
Compare and contrast cloud computing
concepts and set up client-side
virtualization
Operational Procedures
!
Follow best practices for safety,
environmental impacts, and
communication and professionalism
Jobs You Can Land
With CompTIA A+
Help Desk Technician
IT Specialist
Field Service Technician
IT Support Manager
Business Analyst
Data Support Technician
Technical Support Specialist
MSP Personnel
IT Server Technician
Organizations That
Recommend or Require
CompTIA A+
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PROVE YOU H AVE THE SKILLS TO SUPPORT
T E C H N O L O G Y, A N D S T A R T Y O U R J O U R N E Y W I T H
CONFIDENCE
Exam Details
Exam Codes
CompTIA A+
220-1001 (Core
1) and 220-1002
(Core 2)
CompTIA A+
220-1101
(Core 1) and
220-1102
(Core 2)
Candidates must
complete both
1001 and 1002
to earn
certi>cation.
Exams cannot be
combined across
the series.
Candidates
must
complete
both 1101
and 1102 to
earn
certi>cation.
Exams
cannot be
combined
across the
series.
Launch Date
January 15,
2019
April 2022
Exam
Description
CompTIA A+
220-1001 covers
mobile devices,
networking
technology,
hardware,
virtualization and
cloud computing
and network
troubleshooting.
CompTIA A+
220-1101
covers
mobile
devices,
networking
technology,
hardware,
virtualization
and cloud
computing.
CompTIA A+
220-1002 covers
installing and
con>guring
operating
systems,
expanded
security,
software
troubleshooting
and operational
procedures.
CompTIA A+
220-1102
covers
operating
systems,
security,
software
and
operational
procedures.
Number of
Questions
Maximum of 90 questions per
exam
Type of
Questions
Multiple choice questions
(single and multiple response),
drag and drops
and performance-based
Length of Test
90 Minutes per exam
Passing Score
220-1001: 675
(on a scale of
100-900)
220-1002: 700
(on a scale of
100-900)
220-1101:
675 (on a
scale of
900)
220-1102:
700 (on a
scale of
900)
Recommended 9 to 12 months hands-on
Experience
experience in the lab or >eld
Languages
English, German,
Japanese,
Portuguese, Thai
and Spanish
English at
launch.
German,
Japanese,
Portuguese,
Thai and
Spanish
Retirement
English: October
20, 2022
Spanish &
Portuguese: July
13, 2023
German:
September 25,
2023
TBD Usually
three years
after launch
Testing
Provider
Pearson VUE
Testing Centers
Online Testing
Price
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How Does CompTIA A+
Compare?
Microsoft
MCSA
Performancebased
questions
Exam Length
2 exams, 90
min. each
2-3 exams
Experience
Level
Entry
Entry
Exam Focus
Technical and
professional
skills
Tied to
speci>c
products such
as MCSA
Windows 8
Prerequisites
None. 9-12
months
experience
recommended
None. Prior
experience
recommended
C O M P T I A O F F E R S A W E A LT H O F C E R T I F I C A T I O N
T R A I N I N G T H AT I S D E S I G N E D F O R E X A M S U C C E S S
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Instructor-Led Training
!
Options for in-classroom or live online training
from best-in-class instructors for both
individuals and teams. Find training from
CompTIA’s vast network of Authorized
Training Partners.
K E E P Y O U R C E RT I F I C AT I O N U P T O D AT E W I T H
C O M P T I A’ S C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N ( C E ) P R O G R A M
Certification Renewal
Keep your certi>cation up to date with CompTIA’s
Continuing Education (CE) program. It’s designed to
be a continued validation of your expertise and a
tool to expand your skill set. It’s also the ace up your
sleeve when you’re ready to take the next step in
your career.
Get the most out of your certiPcation
Information technology is an incredibly dynamic
>eld, creating new opportunities and challenges
every day. Participating in our Continuing Education
program will enable you to stay current with new
and evolving technologies and remain a soughtafter IT expert.
The CompTIA Continuing Education program
Your CompTIA A+ certi>cation is good for three
years from the day of your exam. The CE program
allows you to extend your certi>cation in three-year
intervals through activities and training that relate
to the content of your certi>cation. Like A+ itself,
CompTIA A+ CE also carries globally-recognized
ISO/ANSI accreditation status.
It’s easy to renew
You can participate in a number of activities and
training programs, including higher certi>cations, to
renew your CompTIA A+ certi>cation. Complete
CertMaster CE, an online, self-paced CE course, or
collect at least 20 Continuing Education Units
(CEUs) in three years, upload them to your
certi>cation account, and A+ will automatically
renew.
Want more details? Learn more about the CompTIA
Continuing Education program.
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