What is the A+ Certification? How You Can Get A+ Certified
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2016
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Let's talk about what the A+ Certification has to offer. In this video I tell you about what you can find on the A+ Certification test and how you can study for it.
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The A+ cert is literally the bread and butter of I.T. certifications. There's a lot you can learn by studying for the A Plus and you will get a lot of great opportunities from obtaining your A+ certification.
Check out these websites to learn more:
www.comptia.org and certification.comptia.org/cer...
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Man I have an IT co worker who always brags about his 3 certificate(A+, Net + and Security +) yet He does not know how to troubleshoot a network printer which made me think of getting my certificates asap . great video
Lol, I love those guys.
He has those certs yet can’t troubleshoot a network printer lmao he needs to go back
Having certifications will help you to get notice but then you show your value when you get notice.
What does he do for a job?
There is almost always at least 1 in every workplace. I have my mcp, mcsa, a+, net+, sec+, ccent and am studying for the icnd2 (to get ccna) and the only person on my team that knows my certs is my supervisor.
I became A+ certified back in 2000. It was a really tough test. The only problem I have with it is what others have said. Once you get certified, it's permanent. Once certified, always certified. I knew a crap load about technology at the time. I whipped through the test like a breeze. But if I were to take it today, I know I would fail. I'm what they call "paper certified". Meaning, yes, I'm certified, but I don't know anything. Computer technology has changed so much from when I took the test, to now, that it basically means nothing.
Perfect! You just answered my question...wasn't sure where to start. Thanks!
Prof. Messer is amazing. I honestly would not have passed the A+ without his videos. His study group sessions are also worth looking over.
RogueLife his stuff is good but cbt nuggets is more detailed information love him though I play his mp3 in the car
Great video ! I think i just made up my mind after watching this. Not skipping A+ as others have suggested doing.
From my perspective. I've been in the IT industry for over 10 years, and another 6 years of tech computer type work - basically started when the internet was coming out in 1995-1998, over the years I've received many certifications from A+, Net +, ITIL, MCP etc.. anyways you gave the example PXE boot, if you haven't experienced booting over NIC via PXE and installing an OS, its difficult to grasp I would imagine. I've spent my entire IT career also as a hobby, setting up servers, building PCs, configuring firewalls, windows, installed Windows using Answer files, programming subnets and routers... Honestly I've done it all. So just don't study the material, get the hands on, go find old computers and build a small network in your basement, install Active Directory, create group policy, user logons etc...
Absolutely! I cover that in other videos. Hands on is HUGE, huge, huge in this industry.
+I.T. Career Questions certified today!! Feels good to re-up on my A+, last I took in 2010, took the 901/902. The content is still a bit behind as it talks about Vista but it will catch up.
Just got my Security + and moving onto Net +. Get certified or get LEFT BEHIND!!!
You have an interesting experience
My question is does getting certified for A+ cost me? Would it cost me a lot to transit into the IT industry?
Agree with you professor messer it's a moster...I learn a lot with him
Thanks for your videos, they are awesome! I took my 220-901 and passed that last weekend, and I'm going to take the 220-902 next week, then I'll be A+ Certified!
Great news! Thank you so much and good luck to you!!
Did you get certified? Any tips for the 902?
Calvin, how much time did you take to study for the exam?
How much study time did you have to devote prior to taking the exams (day, week etc...)? Also did you self study or attend a Training Curse somewhere 😊?
Sugartollo In general its assumed that you have previous computer experience, meaning you have spent a few years dealing with computers either at home and know basic troubleshooting, or in a call center supporting Windows and hardware. If you have no idea about computers and don't have a clue how the components of a PC work and operate, then you need a couple years experience first. After you have the core experience, I would say you will need to study 3 months at a minimum. There are people who read the brain dump books, memorize and take the exam and pass, but clearly are not techs. There are the people that take the time to actually learn the content and have the experience, then have the cert to back up your experience. You really do need to know and understand the content not just be focus on passing the exam. Its always good to get formal training and in the late 90's early 2000 IT schools were popping up all over the place getting candidates for the CompTia and Microsoft/Cisco exams, tutiion was $3000-5000$ for a 14 week class and they would certify you. These days are long gone now. For me, I started on computers just as the internet came out in the mid 90's and it was available in the mainstream. AOL was basically the first large ISP via dial up. Back then I called support on my gateway 800 MHZ computer because it wouldn't boot, turns out I left a 3.5" floppy in the drive, I thought I had broke the computer!! LOL. For me, I've set up small networks in my basement, built frankenstein computers to network and install active directory, I've installed share point, SQL, exchange server and ran my own email just so I could learn how to do it, how it works and continue to learn. Even today I am getting my NET and SEC + Renewal and bought a managed switch so I can create VLAN's and configure them, bind the MAC address to the port etc... You can read all about that but if you actually never do it, then you won't have the required skillset to effectively troubleshoot computers. Currently setting up a NAS storage, which I have never done. I'm also using subnetting and changing my network from the basic class C, to a class B and creating subnets to understand how it actually works in real life, not just reading about it. I would say you need to devote multiple hours a day of reading the A+ books and it also helps to read the NET and SEC + books, They are all interrelated.
So there you go from my point of view.
Thanks for the no-nonsense advice.
How to get A+ Certified: Get some up-to-date books on the subject, read them, study them, learn from them, then go take the test! Yay
how much are they i'm a broke 17 year old
Savage Tech same
+Savage Tech try Professor Messer! He has free videos on UA-cam and his website that prepare you for the latest comptia exams. Also, I found on lynda.com Mike Myers has videos for comptia exams too. If you have a linkedin or institution login info, you can login to lynda.com and watch for free.
FatBGone he's a freaking king deserve a lot , huge respect to him .. god he's the best 👊👦
I m 3 weeks in and struggiling. Its not as easy as i preciebed and there is a vast array of i information. Id hope to have my A+ by April
This channel is super helpful, thank you. I recently had an opportunity to nab an entry-level IT gig for my cafe franchise and start in a couple weeks. Want to start learning as much as I can -- chances like the one I got are rare.
That's awesome! Congrats to you! Keep on learning!
Looking to change careers. Thanks for the great info!
Your momma
Start my classes Monday, fingers crossed 🤞🤞🤞🤞
Thank you bro another great video
Nice I'm starting Monday going to a technical school. To get my Associates of Occupational Studies in Computer Technology and Network Administration. It comes with an A+ and a few other certifications
just passed 901 today!
where did you take it
do you have to take the 901 first or the 902? Sorry I am trying to look it up but I can't tell if you should study one or the other first. Thanks
Phil you'll have to pass the 901 first, you'll need 675 out of 900 to pass the 901, and 700 out of 900 to pass the 902. Two passing scores = A+ Certification.
Assuming the prices are the same nationwide, then expect to pay just over $200.00 per exam.
Good luck!
Yesu, What is your career now?
@Littleton dont fail then lol..
Thanks for the information!
Make a video on the LPIC Linux certification love your content! Long live your channel.
thank you thank you man! subscribed!
Currently studying for the 901. took it before but fail it by 80 points. But im eager to retake it and pass it. Professor messer video do help alot. ive got alot info just from watching his videos. Also his notes help alot if your just studying a bit if you have free time.
No problem. Good luck.
@I.T. Career Questions thanks for the inspiration man.
I agree, a good understanding of the A+ Certification info provides a good foundation of IT hardware/software knowledge to build a career on. I have a Good For Life A+ Certification from 2001. I used Mike Meyer's book and loved it. I believe he is still releasing updated versions.
Combined, the two tests took me 3 minutes to pass. Are they still adaptive? I could look it up, but nah.
“Good for life”? Is that still around or nah? 👀
@@SharkWitchMeruna Nah. It needs to be renewed regularly now. More money that way. I don't really see the point of regularly renewing and entry-level cert as you gain work experience though
Thanks for the info, I decided like two days ago that I want to get A+ certified, you are the first face on my journey😁
so how did it go?
@@kd12lo3 good, watching the titans on it now🤣 it’s a great laptop
@@AlaskaPirates sorry for the late response but I decided I should get mine but idk if it’s a waste because the test bout to expire in like summer. I already got some knowledge in IT but I’m just worried bout if I’ll have enough time to take it
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Thank you for the Professor Messer mention very helpful . we appreciate u!!
I'm a sophmore in highschool doing IT class for the first time. I can only probably get to Network+ before senior year though. My school lets us take these tests for FREE. F R E E. Unless you fail it.
I'LL BE TAKING THE TEST REAL SOON.
Good luck!
taking a class for the A+ Certification in my sophomore year currently
I took my A+ last week i did both parts in one day Do Not be Intimidated just study hard and be confident ..hands on work and videos such as Professor Messor will be suffice !
P.S im not a genius im just disciplined
Thank you I needed this 😂
Do I need to buy some sort of book package to study?
Based on all the information I'm getting, I'll know about 50% of the questions but I'll genuinely have to study on that other 50% lol. So definitely worth for at least gaining some knowledge.
Pretty much. Im reading CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Tenth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002) currently on chapter 3 out of 28. Book is like 1600 pages. I'm thinking I'll be a+ certified within 3-6months 🤔taking notes and everything and will prob check out professor messers vids on UA-cam since they're free as well
I’m doing this‼️
Great video, just subscribed to your channel
Thank you.
I just graduated high school and ima get this before I go to college
They also give you a series of virtual labs to complete. If you miss one aspect of a lab, the entire lab in counted as incorrect.
Thank you for that bit of information.
Thank you
I spent about $3000+ on equipment to get hands-on experience while studying an A+ book. I put together a rack with refurbished server and network switch, bought a used iMac pro, cat6 cable, tools, lots of hard drives, KVM, office phones with a PBX box, spare PCs, and other shit. I hope the investment is worth it. I've done some cable testing and termination, repinned and replaced fans in the switch, disk management, tried out various OS. I want this certification so bad.
Well I hope it worked for you, that is more then enough for a good home lab to not only practice A+ stuff but lots of other things as well.
I know I'm commenting awfully late to the party. But I'm 28 and just now looking to get into a field more in line with my interests and goals. I'm tired of food industry jobs, customer service jobs. And sure, help desk is still a form of customer service. But I know it's the ground floor for so many careers and higher paying jobs. I had heard the A+ certification was the place to start, but needed a quick overview on it. Your video was fantastic for that. So, thank you for making it
Any luck in your journey?
@@Frostye92 A bit! Ended up self-learning Python and just finished (or, finished enough) my first project. Gonna start applying for places soon. Still slow going, but I'm on the path, to be sure
geez, been studying for the 901 and the first two questions you mention ive never heard of, guess I need to start over cause my sources of messer and meyers dont cover it, time to dig.
dimeolas777 The first 2 questions would apply to 902
I want to go for these, just getting money to do it can be difficult. I already work 2 jobs and put in 80 to 90 hours a week between the two. Plus I'm a writer on the side from those jobs. Anything to get paid, cause where I live its expensive. One day I hope to get to the IT career
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You probably already asnwered this in the video but studying for A+ certification would be the best way to get into the IT world? Even if you don't know much to begin with?
Thinking getting my A+ and hope I land a job
Thank you for your videos.. they are cool... however... I saw the one where you recommend the skillsoft platform... a single license is $3000 to study the A+ course... Udemy and Linkedin has great courses for under $50.... if someone is starting in the IT industry or any industry, thousands of $$$ for courses are not an option... so in this regard better advice is needed from you to validate the rest of the great information that you provide....
I have a background in IT strong in software but weak in hardware. I've just graduated from a web development course but that requires more time developing. How much time would you say it would take to study for A+?
i'm almost 17 been looking at a career I.T. Since 13 going to try and get this this year
God you're early! I'm 22 and I want to move my life forward with IT. I'm gonna make this a goal since I love computers.
@Bunda Par Been super good! A month after my comment I got an IT Service Desk position for $18/hr with insanely good benefits!
I've been so blessed with it.
I'm 32 and just started
@Moze how did it go? Any advice for new zoomers? Im 17 too and until now all i did was hosting mc servers and building pcs.
@Moze haha, thanks for everything. I will try to get thoose qualifications/certificates, if it wont work then i will try something else. Thank you for giving your time to tell me your experience.
I'm currently looking into CompTIA and was wondering if it would be best to start with the IT fundamentals cert or go straight for the A+ cert. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Hello. I just came across your video. I noticed you posted it in 2016. Do you recommend the same books to study for the A+ or have you added any newer ones since then? I am looking for the most cost effective way to study. Thank you.
Trying to get into the IT field, should I first go after the a+ certification or should I go after the ITF+ first then A+ thanks for the input yall.
Good morning sit this is really good way to put I'm trying to start with A+ what next after this one if I wanted to be Analyst
Thanks a lot for the info, my friend and I are thinking about enrolling in class for it. مهند شلاف ههههههههاي
I got A+ certified April 16th this year! I was super happy getting it, especially it helping me solidify my knowledge and add more credibility to my 2 degrees. Now I'm studying for my Network+ and it's a lot more in depth with what you learn in my opinion. I recommend anyone to get this cert!
In correlation to what I stated above, I have asked quite a few IT veterans which certifications to go for. They usually involve the trinity A+, Network+, and Security+. Now, I love how they're being broken down in these videos, but what I would like an answer on is why the trifecta? Does having the trifecta mean that much more of a difference in pay, opportunity, advancement, etc?
This question that you asked was answered in my most recent video(as you already know) just clarifying for new viewers.
Aaron Welch was it easy?
Just passed my CompTIA A+ 902 & officially A+ certified. Now, time to apply for some jobs.
how much did it cost?
GameTech How did it go??
Hamza A.K I’m
Signed up for tomorrow, I signed up for 901A with a retake voucher, it’s $309
@@domwings4329 thanks mate
How did the job search go?
Nearly 4 years later and you still haven't linked to Professor Messers UA-cam channel like you said you would.
ua-cam.com/play/PLG49S3nxzAnlGHY8ObL8DiyP3AIu9vd3K.html
Search it? If it's a big deal.
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should you make the test from time to time if you did get the A+ CE ?
another way : should you update your A+ CE from time to time ?
also if you guys google lead2pass A+ simulations in google images they will show you a picture of how it looks like exactly how it is in the exam. but again lead2pass help me pass the test i say the hardest part of the exam is the simulations and getting everything down to the T. so read the instructions carefully.
With your second example you can get the amazon app on apple right?
Hey man, thanks for your information. I really didn't had any Idea about Comp TIA A+ certification since now I watched your video, but I am still missing some things. First how long dose it take to study or take classes for new comp TIA A+ certification student. I mean if some really doesn't have any idea about IT skills. Second
Can you please review about AWS certification in detail???
sorry missed the last part.
second how much dose it cost to take classes, and last what is best field of area to study in A+ certification.
Has any of this information changed over the last 4 years or do you still recommend the exact materials?
Yeah but where or from whom do you take the test. Does the test cost money? Online? In person? Do the questions come from a specific course/guide book/institution where I need to study material from a specific place.
Hello, I saw your video and I loved it, I decided to buy both the A + books from Mike myers and the Exam Cram that you recommend to pass this certification, how you recommend reading the book, and what time do you think it would take me to be able to train for the certification...
Hey thats great news! AS far as your question goes, that really depends on how quickly you learn new things. Everyone is different so it's really hard to say. It also depends on how many hours a day you put into studying.
I feel that someone asked me what is A+? I told them it is an adult content. They laughed at it.
Do you need the core 1 and core 2 tests to get A+?
Hey IT Career Questions,
So I recently decided to earn my A+ certificate!! I basically have 0 background in IT and my reasoning for this career choice is that it's beyond practical. I have no reason not to study it....
Question: How would you recommend organizing your notes? What I've been doing is basically writing quiz questions as I go along. I'll later transfer my quiz questions to a quizlet folder and take the quiz later. So far that's been working a ok. However. If I continue this strategy I'll end up with 1000s of quiz questions. If I can manage to remember all of those it'll be work well spent but I was wondering if you have any tips on how you went about studying/ how a COMPLETE beginner should go about studying?
Thank you!!!
Since there are two exams I would recommend focusing on Core 1 first. I made a video showing the resources I used to pass on my first attempt.
hie thanks so much for the videos but i want to ask if it is necessary to do A+ certification when you already have a degree in IT or is it more or less the same thing
Does comptiaa teach you what you need to know? Or do you have to learn it on your own and then go to comptiaa just to take the test
I am over 50 and having issues landing a job. What do I HAVE to know to do entry level job? CompTIA or Windows Office 365? I am used to being a very physical worker, but after my health declined, I had to retire. So, sitting all day is so hard! I NEED to LIKE what it is I need to sign up for. How do I check to know what I would enjoy?
is there a study guide to follow?
Just want some clarification if anyone is able to answer. For the certification it says i need to buy 2 exam vouchers. Do i just buy the CompTIA A+ Deluxe bundle first (For the book and practice test) then the normal voucher for the second exam?
What's your opinion on acquiring CompTIA A+, Networking +, Security+, MCSA, MCSE certifications in a time lapse of 2 years as a Full Time student? Is it enough time?
So on CompTIA how does it work is it online classes or you just read books to prepare and take test cause I’m considering this.
I'm curious, Is getting an A+ Certification more of a "first step" into making a career in IT and tech computer type work or can I, potentially, start making more than minimum wage with just this Certification alone? Thanks for making this video, man. Very informative and to the point... Subbed!
The A+ by far is one of the most widely known and respected entry level certifications in I.T. This can definitely open doors for you. Depending on the area you should be making well over minimum wage.
Be sure to check out some of my newer videos. Thank you!
@@Itcareerquestions Awesome. Thanks for the info, and I will check out the newer videos you suggested. Jam on.
P.S. I would have responded a lot earlier, but UA-cam didn't inform me that a response was made to this comment... Which, I guess, is typical, lol.
How many questions? What % you need to pass the test?
I know how to use a computers but that is the extent of my knowledge. Do you think I will be succesfull on the A+ material and exam.?
Zack have you taken the A+ certification? I've been watching Professor Messer videos based on your recommendation and it's been a good refresher. What are some areas in the testing that are most difficult? I've read there are simulations that need to be done. where can I find similar simulations online? anything would be helpful.
I have a video answering one of your questions coming out soon.
As far as simulations I haven't found anywhere that does this. I know a few sites out there offer sample questions though.
Awesome! Thanks.
Matthew Reyes search for vce simulator also on android then Google exam collection gratis exam free brain dumps etc. you probably already passed but for the rest you know what to do
sorry for my interrupting, but can you recommend me any UA-cam channels for communications engineering?
"There's literally a ton of questions on the test." Is that a standard ton or a metric tonne?
how many time did he say its the go to certification ? i only want to know what is it and how to get it
But doesn’t comptia a+ recommend a several months to a year experience first, before taking the exam?
Hello, I'm trying to branch into a technical support analyst position. I've been debating CompTIA A+ for a while. Are there ways to achieve this certification without breaking the bank? Some of the courses I've seen are several hundred dollars.
I have to retake the Comptia A + 901. I was short by 80 points. Any tips sir to pass the retake?
ok, im brand new/ whats the difference between 220-701, 220-801, and 220-901 certs?
please help.
Hey, Zack. I'm looking to break into IT as a potential career path. I've been working with computers practically all of my life (I mean, who isn't at this point?), completed two semesters of Computer Electronics Technologies back in high school (2007, before A+ exams were a thing), and have acquired my Security+ certification back in November 2017. As I understand it, Security+ is a supplemental to Network+, which is a supplement to A+. Should I still go and get A+ and Network+ certification at this point or is there a more effective path to take? How can I put my skills from high school on a resume or is there no point given it was over 10 years ago?
No point in putting them on now. You have a SEC+ take that and run with it. That's a hot ticket right meow.
I have diploma in Telecommunications and i want to push more of career into IT
So my question is having the compTIA certification is is a great advantage to boost my diploma as well ?
I need a suggestion. Which one is better who has no idea about IT A+ Certification or Google IT support professional certificate?
is there official website to get A+ certification or can i get it from any institute at any place ? or it is a special certificate which is offered by special one insitute?
Is it better to self teach or a program ?
Where can I get a practice test??
Do I want the 901 or 902 or both?
how many time did he say its the go to certification ?
Are all Comptia tests accessible for Visually Impaired individuals?
I'm looking from moving from HR to IT, can you make a job switch of this certification alone?
Hey is professor messer’s comp tia a+ video lessons enough study guide to pass the exam?
Or should I buy a book on Comp tia a+ exam prep?
I heard its better to also purchase a book like from mike meyers. For me I'm reading the all in one book by meyers but also check out messers vids as an additional resource and might even buy his notes as well.
Is Mike Meyer lectures worth the money?
I plan to take my a+ exam soon, just don't want to fail it lol
Just keep studying, check out Professor Messer's videos he can be a great help to you!
Hello how are you? Where on line or school can I take the A plus certification?
is this useful to have without a college degree? i have networking experience. internet/camera installs.
Does getting the a+ prepare you to become a Window or Linux?