Would it be helpful to see more videos breaking down other CompTIA certifications? How about more videos where I break down more information on the different domains within CompTIA exams? Let me know!
Network+ career route wouldnt go the same way a security+ career route would right? Same if i said hey i want to go get the new Data+ cert, or a server+ cert. These 4 certs would lead you to all completely different jobs right? So is there a point for going for multiple certs that arent related to the same job is what i mean?
Can you also give a network+ assessment? especially the N10-008 updated version and how it helps to get a network admin job. Also how it stacks up with the CCNA.
I’m in community college going for my AA in Computer Information Systems, and just got my first full time job as Tier 1 help desk with no certs but a lot of customer service experience, and 8 years of building + using computers. I didn’t know that this role existed beforehand, and while it is basic in scope (Printer issues, Password changes, o365 account creation among others) it is so much more fulfilling in my day to day than doing basic dead end jobs. Appreciate the videos, keep it up!
May I ask where you got hired? I have a bachelor's in IT and A+-level knowledge(not certified, graduated right at the start of COVID) and have had a shit time finding/getting accepted for jobs. I've recently revamped my resume and have seen an increase in interviews but, still no offers.
Where do you live? I live in Southern North Carolina , I have a Associates degree in IT/ network management and cannot find a help desk job anywhere. I work for the school system and can’t even get an IT job in the school system. I don’t have the means to move right now, and I know there are better chances to find those jobs somewhere else.
I have zero background in tech other than passing my Comptia A+ certification. I recently got hired at the help desk and while it was years of customer service in retail that attracted them it was the certification that showed them "ok, this guy invested time and money to learn this trade, he's serious"
@@Reyes.2100 I've currently completed the first A+ exam and I'm doing the second in a few days time. When I started I was very interested in IT, tech, etc. But really didn't know much about it, the A+ really teaches you everything you need to know, it starts off surprisingly basic, at least I found. I'd suggest maybe try to find some sort of course material online, I know I've seen some videos here and there, and then seeing if you understand the beginning of it. The end of it will seem very complex but you will get there. But what I'm saying is personally I think if you're interested enough and hard working then you should be able to start with A+
I am Proof A+ is still valuable! I come from no IT background, just building computers as a kid/teenager and went into something totally different. I have been the banking industry/telecommunications/creative advertising. At age 32, I managed to pass my CompTia A+, put it up on LinkedIn and the day after I had a recruiter contact me for a Level 2 IT role that has to do mostly with MDMs and using Microsoft Intune. I've been here 1.5 years and currently studying for my Network+ then Security+ to up my skills and get a new higher paying job. All thanks to A+!
@@chrisclayton584 Hey man, to be honest I haven't checked out anything on Udemy but I religiously recommend checking out A+ Video Course by Professor Messer on UA-cam (and it's free). He literally breaks down each exam objective by video and gives you all the necessary information on each topic to allow you to pass the test. I had actually picked up a book prior to that but I felt it didn't go in order of the exam objectives and had alot of information that wasn't as relevant to the exam and their practice tests were way too easy. I hear Jason Dion's practice tests are similar to the real thing but again I have not tried it. Best of luck to you!
I passed the A+ a month ago. I was making $40K pre A+. Post A+ I’ve entertained numerous job opportunities and have two potential opportunities making between $45 - $56K. It’s definitely worth it! Currently studying for the Network +.
I work with a guy that says the A+ is the easiest and most worthless cert you can get, waste of time, and if you can't pass it you are and idiot that does not belong in IT... I have my A+ and the exam is challenging, there is a couple of things on there that should be second nature but it is a hefty exam covering a broad range of topics. This cert opened a path to a livable wage for someone that has had a difficult life with no college degree, it will get you in the search engines and help find what you like to do in the industry. Be aware there is gatekeeping and elitism in almost any IT job, when you get hired. Do the opposite, share knowledge, help open doors, and bring people up.
I passed both part 1 and 2 for A+ last December. My advice for part 1 is to make sure you know your RAID and port numbers. For part 2 make sure you know the troubleshooting steps Comptia outlines, lot of questions are easily answered if you just have their process memorized. Also know your virus/malware/etc, lots of questions about those came up. For the rest of both of the exams it was pretty much stuff you'll know or be able to bring down to a 50/50 chance if you're the average computer nerd.
@@Matt-fz9lk Nothing that particularly stands out to my memory. There's some topic/knowledge overlap but it's pretty core concept stuff. Like, I think on part 1 I had a PBQ that asked me to set up an email account on a mobile device and on part 2 I had a PBQ that asked me to troubleshoot email on a mobile device that was able to send but not receive messages. Being familiar with email account settings will let you succeed with both PBQs but they're coming at the topic from different angles.
Thank u.. I take my 220-1002 Tuesday.. I already took it twice and both times got a 650!!! I’m trying to make better sense and this helped me out.. wish me luck and any more advice you have let me know.. thank you!!
@@dharris1084able Best advice I can give for passing is to meta-game your test. Things I recommend: 1) At the very beginning of the test where you have the PBQs, SKIP THEM. Skip ALL of the PBQs. Come back to them at the END. This isn't my idea, this is a wisdom that's circled around for a while. I did this and I believe it helped me a lot. It's a lot better to look at your 5 or so PBQs and feel time pressure than to look at 65 remaining multiple choice questions and feel time pressure. Do the multiple choice first, come back and do the PBQs last. It will remove a lot of stress from you while taking the test. PBQ's are a time sink, have to read carefully and think. Leaving them for last means you can portion time for each one so if you struggle with 1 or 2 of them you can move on and maximize your score. If you have 30 minutes left for them and 6 to do it's easy to say oh, I've got 5 minutes per question. Relieves stress for the most complex questions worth the most in score and hey, if you struggle with one, no sweat, move on. 2) Play the odds and don't get hung up on multiple choice questions. If you've really been studying, then you probably know, like really know, at least half the questions. So you're already the majority of the way to your passing score. For the rest, you just need to bring it down to a 50/50 chance. Use process of elimination. Maybe you don't know what it is for sure but you know it's not A or B. Don't sweat it then! Look at C and D and pick what seems more likely to be right. Don't over think it. If you've been studying, trust what seems familiar, it will be right more often than not, and you don't need to get every single question correct. Doing this also lets you move through the multiple choice quickly so you have more time to ponder the PBQs which are worth a lot more than the multiple choice. So don't get hung up on multiple choice questions trying to be 100% sure. You don't need to be 100% sure, you need to be 75% sure. Accept that you'll be rolling the dice sometimes. When you do, goal is to rig the odds in your favor so you have the best chance on that question. Do this and you'll be right far more often than not and that's good enough to pass. This is how I approached the tests and it worked for me, I hope it is helpful to you. I wish you the best of luck today. Don't stress, be as calm and as sharp as you can be. This is a game. Show up to play, play to win and you'll likely succeed.
Thank you for making it so approachable. I was under the impression it was going to be beyond understanding, but actually it is at a very basic level. You just made my life so much easier, you are amazing!
Just wanted to say thank you so much this video was very helpful for me. Just laying all that I can expect from this certification exam IN PLAIN ENGLISH lol. Also the extra tidbits of information you provided was amazing. As a young blk male breaking into this industry all on my own I really can't express how much this helped me get my journey started. Here's to 2023!
Thank you so much for the information. I am currently in school to get my degree in I.T and I've been trying to get in the field already to start getting experience but a lot of places ask for the A+. Will be using all your resources.
Another pro tip if you are in college you qualify for a discount on the exam vouchers. That’s what I did personally and ended up paying $109 for each exam voucher instead of the regular $239
@@Itcareerquestions Thank you for the reply. I found your channel randomly and love it hope your channel will help me to start my career in IT. I have a request can you do a video about Microsoft Azure ?
Thank you for the video cuz I’m young and very interested in IT but don’t want to got to a 40k tech school and was looking to Comptia but scared cuz I thought it would be very complicated but you explaining it helped
I am in the process of securing my first IT role, I was hoping that the comptia A+ was still at value as that is the certification I have, keep up the informative videos :)
Def get the A+ it has been a valid starting point for a while now and that hasn't changed a bit when it comes to compTIA/MS/AWS/cisco/off Sec ( a few other major vendors) certs just know this having them will never hurt you it's almost always an advantage to have. Good luck!
The funny part is I got mine in 1998 and its a lifetime cert. Back then we were doing Token Ring networks and ISA ports on motherboards. I still build PCs to this day but if I had stopped in 1998 I don't really think my cert would be worth anything today.
This is a brilliant content and IT freshers should take note of this! I watched recently a video made by Dorian Develops and he claims Tech Certs are not worth it, but the catch is that he's a freakin' Frontend Developer who doesn't have expertise in technical roles, yet, he's confident to give advices while claiming Certs are WASTE OF TIME; a blind leading the blind.
I did a+ and net + back in 2003 they were the cheapest certification at the time but the company I work with would not pay for Cisco or Microsoft still well worth having
A cert might get you an interview and it might get your foot in the door but experience will always trump a certification. Granted I got mine at the tail end of the adaptive tests back in the late 90's. They'd ask you a question and if you got it right they'd ask you a harder question and so on. Quickest way to pass was to get 15 questions right. If by the 20th question you hadn't passed there was a chance you never would. Took me five minutes each for both tests and at no point did it really help me. Windoze, Unix and Cisco helped a lot more.
My long term goal is CEH, but I gotta start somewhere. Gas prices are pushing me out of my current (Courier) job, and the A+ seems like the best route to get into what I actually want to do with my career.
I am on Chapter 24 of The CompTIA A+ Study Guide. ONLY about 4 chapters to finnish in the book that I am studying from! I believe that I WILL PASS BOTH THE 1001 and 1002 Portions of the A+ exam. I like this Video!!😀😎
Im sorry if I missed it, but would you recommend getting the book? And if so, what edition? I just graduated and struggling to find my first IT job even as a help desk associate, would appreciate any feedback.
Same. I'm 35 been a stay at home Dad home schooling my kids but they don't need me on that lvl any more so taking the A+ to try and give me a opportunity for employment been studying very hard
Sorry to keep pummeling you with questions. As I said in a response below, I am looking to break into IT at 46 years old with minimal computer knowledge. I would equate it to knowing as much as a normal car driver deciding to go into being a mechanic, lol. Anyway in a previous video you indicated that people new to IT would benefit from ITF+ but this video seems to indicate there are plenty of fundamentals in the A+. Would you recommend going right to A+ instead of doing ITF+ first? And do you recommend the CompTIA learn & voucher bundles, the ebook bundles or another method to study and learn the materials for the certifications? Thanks in advance for your help on this.
Do you think taking online training courses for the 220-1001 and 220-1002 will suffice to pass the NEW exam codes of 220-1101 and 220-1102? Or should we be studying specifically courses for the new course codes? I’m new to all this, 40 and trying to make a career change. Thanks!
I am 39 yo and have no certifications but i have had 3+ yrs experience as field service tech experience, recently got hired in a major multi national IT company as a field service tech, yes I know it might sound weird, now I’m looking at getting a certification done to excel and go up the ladder, I was confused between doing Comptia A+ and CCNA, which certification should i study for or start with. Thanks in advance
So I'm enrolled in The University of Arizona Cyber Operations four year. I'm assuming these school don't provide these certificates along the way? I'm trying to get a head start before I graduate with certtifications but don't want to pay for something that may be included. (I don't start until Jan 2023)
Thanks for this video I had to drop out of university due to the pandemic with debt becoming too much and rent increases in the city making life hell and have since been stuck in a series of terrible minimum wage jobs just to get by and had given up on my goal of one day working in the USA. But after a conversation with a junior Network Engineer he told me about how valuable the CCNA qualification was so I’m going to use all my free time to get the A+ cert and the Net+ cert to land an IT job in either the private or public sector so I can get some experience and eventually do the CCNA once I feel confident. Already looked at each course a little and I do find all of it really interesting and thankfully one of my jobs I had was as a PC build engineer so I’ve already got a decent knowledgebase of software, components, drivers etc. Wish me luck!
Hi, I’m going to be taking a Java course this summer at my local community college on ecampus, I was wondering your thoughts and opinions on both Java and Python as they might be relevant to a future career in IT.
Hello, I've got my google IT support certificate but didn't find job. Is it necessary to take comptia A+ to give me more chance to find job? Thanks for your advices!
I'm in the process of transitioning from special education to IT to attain more potential for future career growth opportunities. A big jump for me but this cert and other courses online have been great at educating me with the foundational stuff that can help me in this transition :)
History teacher here and my buddy sent me this video today. I'm hoping to get this done in 8 months. It is out of my norm, but I'm good at research and reading. I'm sad to leave but it is time.
I think you might have answered this, but I'm not sure:/ If I buy a book for this current test, and the new test comes out, will i need to buy a new book? Thank you for the great vid!
Go for professor Messer's course. I started writing everything he said in the videos in my notebook and it helped me pause and relisten to things i at first did not understand. I used Quizlet on my phone to create flashcards for the port numbers and i have retained everything up to objective 3 so far. Just started his objective 4 stuff and it's becoming a breeze.
I have a question: Is the Comp A+ exam required for help desk/ tech support or is it your choice? I hope to start at an entry-level help desk and work my way up in Tech Support. I am planning to complete training so not sure if it is mandatory to complete your certification.
Awesome video. I’m jumping straight into Security + because I’m targeting a Cyber profession. I am planning to learn A+ and Network + but not certify. Because I only want to manage 1 cert. 😊
I would like to start learing tech but i don’t know where to start, i live in Germany and i don’t know which qualification is good for me and which certificate is enough for me to get a job here. In Germany there are plenty of bootcamps but they are very expensive. I would appreciate a helpful answer.
I once disassembled and reassembled a laptop when I was drunk, after I mistakenly put a DVD in a slit between the laptop’s chassis and the DVD drive and couldn’t get it out and got really annoyed with it. I probably know most if not all of this stuff without any certification. 😄
I am interested in starting off as Help Desk agent (no experience but 20yrs of customer service).Seeking free IT training online, so would it be best to start off at CompTIA then CompTIA A+?
I'm considering do a training course specifically, Technical institute of America but I'm not sure if they are good. Have you ever heard of them, could you pls tell me if this is a good program
Got my first helpdesk gig a few months ago 2 with the A+. Our company is pretty heavy in Microsoft so working on MD-100 right now and probably server and cloud after that. Leaning on sysadmin route. Need to learn more networking at some point but it's my least favorite
Hi, You got yourself a new sub - I Have no prior IT experience although I am intermediate at trouble shooting computer issues (home nerd) - I Am considering obtaining a Google Certification as well as getting Comp TIA a+ certified but I have a concern = So given that the Comp TIA a+ course covers multiple topics within the IT field including hardware knowledge I mean can someone actually study for, be well enough versed in and pass the Comp TIA a+ exam by simply studying for it from home? I Mean dont you need hands on lab experience or mock hardware to be able to practice with hands on? or would you say that is irrelevant to obtaining the required knowledge, understanding it and passing the exam? thanks!
I took the A+ exam in early 2017 and passed both of them without having any formal IT experience or training. Like you, I had a lot of knowledge of building PCs and repairing them at home and for friends and family. It is definitely doable. If you are reasonably good at troubleshooting and repairing PCs, you should do well on the exam. My weak spot is in printers, so I didn't do too well on that section.
If I graduate with my associates degree in IT will that be enough to get a desktop support or a helpdesk job or will I need to get a+ in order to get hired. I have applied for jobs in the past but never get further than the occasional phone interview which usually ends earlier then it was supposed to because they quickly realized that I'm not a good fit. I have been in school on and off for a while so once I finish school I would like to go straight to looking for a job.
Yeah, should be enough. A+ is basically a crash course in the super basic IT stuff. I personally decided to go the certification route because school takes too long, and is slow, and expensive, and I can learn the same stuff on my own in only a month, vs two years. But school is still good if you can afford it and are young, I would look into getting A+ just so it makes your resume look nice, it's not hard to pass, its super basic, it just requires lots of memorizing BS you will never use.
I’m 14 right now, and I built my first computer at 12 with no help from anyone other than Linus :) I think I might pursue some kind of hardware engineering; wish me luck with my pursuit :D
I was looking into community college for IT, specifically IT technical support, which is a total of 19 credits, before I came across this video. I have zero experience in this field, but am interested in getting my foot in the door. Would it be worth it spend the time and money to take the college courses along with getting my A+ cert, or just study and take the Comptia A+ exams and obtain that certification?
@@anneIiese I’m currently going through professor Messers videos. There are 68 training videos that prepare you for the CompTIA A+ exam. I’m taking notes while watching and plan on going through the videos a second time before testing.
What about someone (me) who has an IS bachelor degree, 2 years sysadmin experience at a mid size organization and wants to get more into cyber/ethical hacking? I was thinking about going for security+/pentest+ and really want my next job to be closer to six figures? Thx
Your videos are good. I was looking at apprenticeshio programs and pre apprenticeshio programs in miami dade college. I think this information might be important. @IT Career Questions
I would agree with the Professor Messer comment. I utilized both him and the Comptia training program. The comptia training program was fine, but the whole thing cost around 2k. I feel like I learned more with Professor Messer than I did with the Comptia program. I was able to pass on my first try. I also have a Bachelors in Computer Science so that did help. I would put Professor Messer over the Comptia program hand over fist.
It can be self-study, taking a class at a local community college/trade school, or buy an online training course. There are a nearly infinite number of resources out there. I recommend self-studying IF you can teach yourself a lot of the concepts. If you need a more structured learning environment, maybe a class is a better option.
Would it be helpful to see more videos breaking down other CompTIA certifications?
How about more videos where I break down more information on the different domains within CompTIA exams?
Let me know!
Network+ career route wouldnt go the same way a security+ career route would right? Same if i said hey i want to go get the new Data+ cert, or a server+ cert. These 4 certs would lead you to all completely different jobs right? So is there a point for going for multiple certs that arent related to the same job is what i mean?
Would love to see the network+ and security+ cert breakdown :)
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Thanks for the video and information
Can you also give a network+ assessment? especially the N10-008 updated version and how it helps to get a network admin job. Also how it stacks up with the CCNA.
I will be the first to say yes. I just got mine in March and now after 4 interviews I'm signing up for a job that pays 45k. 🙌
did you have other schooling?
Yes I'm curious as well. Do you have any other certifications?
I'm also curious. Did you have previous experience and went for your certificate? Or did you do a career program and passed your certification
Sheesh that’s ! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 I’m working on it !
45k? 😬
Where are you located?
I’m in community college going for my AA in Computer Information Systems, and just got my first full time job as Tier 1 help desk with no certs but a lot of customer service experience, and 8 years of building + using computers. I didn’t know that this role existed beforehand, and while it is basic in scope (Printer issues, Password changes, o365 account creation among others) it is so much more fulfilling in my day to day than doing basic dead end jobs. Appreciate the videos, keep it up!
That’s awesome good luck to you!!
May I ask where you got hired? I have a bachelor's in IT and A+-level knowledge(not certified, graduated right at the start of COVID) and have had a shit time finding/getting accepted for jobs. I've recently revamped my resume and have seen an increase in interviews but, still no offers.
Where do you live? I live in Southern North Carolina , I have a Associates degree in IT/ network management and cannot find a help desk job anywhere. I work for the school system and can’t even get an IT job in the school system. I don’t have the means to move right now, and I know there are better chances to find those jobs somewhere else.
@@jaytuff2212 that’s tuff
🔥🔥🔥🔥
I have zero background in tech other than passing my Comptia A+ certification. I recently got hired at the help desk and while it was years of customer service in retail that attracted them it was the certification that showed them "ok, this guy invested time and money to learn this trade, he's serious"
100% Good luck to you!
Hey bro I have no knowledge regarding IT but interested to get the CompTIA A . How would you suggest starting off?
@@Reyes.2100 I've currently completed the first A+ exam and I'm doing the second in a few days time. When I started I was very interested in IT, tech, etc. But really didn't know much about it, the A+ really teaches you everything you need to know, it starts off surprisingly basic, at least I found. I'd suggest maybe try to find some sort of course material online, I know I've seen some videos here and there, and then seeing if you understand the beginning of it. The end of it will seem very complex but you will get there. But what I'm saying is personally I think if you're interested enough and hard working then you should be able to start with A+
Hi, I am a beginner, Can you guide me, where to start from, preparation of Comptia A+. Any institution or any paid or free online classes.
@@BilalTariq79 Udemy has courses and practice guides
I am Proof A+ is still valuable! I come from no IT background, just building computers as a kid/teenager and went into something totally different. I have been the banking industry/telecommunications/creative advertising. At age 32, I managed to pass my CompTia A+, put it up on LinkedIn and the day after I had a recruiter contact me for a Level 2 IT role that has to do mostly with MDMs and using Microsoft Intune. I've been here 1.5 years and currently studying for my Network+ then Security+ to up my skills and get a new higher paying job. All thanks to A+!
I have no IT background. Do you recommend any Udemy courses that can train me to pass the CompTIA A+?
@@chrisclayton584 Hey man, to be honest I haven't checked out anything on Udemy but I religiously recommend checking out A+ Video Course by Professor Messer on UA-cam (and it's free). He literally breaks down each exam objective by video and gives you all the necessary information on each topic to allow you to pass the test. I had actually picked up a book prior to that but I felt it didn't go in order of the exam objectives and had alot of information that wasn't as relevant to the exam and their practice tests were way too easy. I hear Jason Dion's practice tests are similar to the real thing but again I have not tried it. Best of luck to you!
I passed the A+ a month ago. I was making $40K pre A+. Post A+ I’ve entertained numerous job opportunities and have two potential opportunities making between $45 - $56K. It’s definitely worth it! Currently studying for the Network +.
That’s awesome. Congratulations and good luck to you brother!!
Nice! Almost enough to cover inflation!
I have A+ and N+ and a bunch of microsoft certificates and i earn only 10k-15k a year that sucks
Hello, I’m interested in getting the CompTIA a+ but have no knowledge regarding computers , what would you suggest doing to start off ?
@@Reyes.2100 start with and ITF+ course, then A+, Network +, and Security +.
I work with a guy that says the A+ is the easiest and most worthless cert you can get, waste of time, and if you can't pass it you are and idiot that does not belong in IT... I have my A+ and the exam is challenging, there is a couple of things on there that should be second nature but it is a hefty exam covering a broad range of topics. This cert opened a path to a livable wage for someone that has had a difficult life with no college degree, it will get you in the search engines and help find what you like to do in the industry. Be aware there is gatekeeping and elitism in almost any IT job, when you get hired. Do the opposite, share knowledge, help open doors, and bring people up.
Thank you
I passed both part 1 and 2 for A+ last December. My advice for part 1 is to make sure you know your RAID and port numbers. For part 2 make sure you know the troubleshooting steps Comptia outlines, lot of questions are easily answered if you just have their process memorized. Also know your virus/malware/etc, lots of questions about those came up. For the rest of both of the exams it was pretty much stuff you'll know or be able to bring down to a 50/50 chance if you're the average computer nerd.
Was there any Core 2 material in the Core 1 Exam?
@@Matt-fz9lk Nothing that particularly stands out to my memory. There's some topic/knowledge overlap but it's pretty core concept stuff. Like, I think on part 1 I had a PBQ that asked me to set up an email account on a mobile device and on part 2 I had a PBQ that asked me to troubleshoot email on a mobile device that was able to send but not receive messages. Being familiar with email account settings will let you succeed with both PBQs but they're coming at the topic from different angles.
Thank u.. I take my 220-1002 Tuesday.. I already took it twice and both times got a 650!!! I’m trying to make better sense and this helped me out.. wish me luck and any more advice you have let me know.. thank you!!
@@dharris1084able Best advice I can give for passing is to meta-game your test. Things I recommend:
1) At the very beginning of the test where you have the PBQs, SKIP THEM. Skip ALL of the PBQs. Come back to them at the END. This isn't my idea, this is a wisdom that's circled around for a while. I did this and I believe it helped me a lot. It's a lot better to look at your 5 or so PBQs and feel time pressure than to look at 65 remaining multiple choice questions and feel time pressure. Do the multiple choice first, come back and do the PBQs last. It will remove a lot of stress from you while taking the test. PBQ's are a time sink, have to read carefully and think. Leaving them for last means you can portion time for each one so if you struggle with 1 or 2 of them you can move on and maximize your score. If you have 30 minutes left for them and 6 to do it's easy to say oh, I've got 5 minutes per question. Relieves stress for the most complex questions worth the most in score and hey, if you struggle with one, no sweat, move on.
2) Play the odds and don't get hung up on multiple choice questions. If you've really been studying, then you probably know, like really know, at least half the questions. So you're already the majority of the way to your passing score. For the rest, you just need to bring it down to a 50/50 chance. Use process of elimination. Maybe you don't know what it is for sure but you know it's not A or B. Don't sweat it then! Look at C and D and pick what seems more likely to be right. Don't over think it. If you've been studying, trust what seems familiar, it will be right more often than not, and you don't need to get every single question correct.
Doing this also lets you move through the multiple choice quickly so you have more time to ponder the PBQs which are worth a lot more than the multiple choice. So don't get hung up on multiple choice questions trying to be 100% sure. You don't need to be 100% sure, you need to be 75% sure. Accept that you'll be rolling the dice sometimes. When you do, goal is to rig the odds in your favor so you have the best chance on that question. Do this and you'll be right far more often than not and that's good enough to pass.
This is how I approached the tests and it worked for me, I hope it is helpful to you. I wish you the best of luck today. Don't stress, be as calm and as sharp as you can be. This is a game. Show up to play, play to win and you'll likely succeed.
@@GentlemenMonkey I just got certified 2 days ago. Do you think I will have a good chance of getting a job now?
Amazing video. I love how candid and honest you were about it all. Thanks for uploading!!
Thank you for making it so approachable. I was under the impression it was going to be beyond understanding, but actually it is at a very basic level. You just made my life so much easier, you are amazing!
Just wanted to say thank you so much this video was very helpful for me. Just laying all that I can expect from this certification exam IN PLAIN ENGLISH lol. Also the extra tidbits of information you provided was amazing. As a young blk male breaking into this industry all on my own I really can't express how much this helped me get my journey started. Here's to 2023!
Thank you so much for the information. I am currently in school to get my degree in I.T and I've been trying to get in the field already to start getting experience but a lot of places ask for the A+. Will be using all your resources.
You give me hope man. I hope I get into this field.
Thanks so much for the info, brother! Really appreciate the advice and encouragement 👍
Your channel name is so dope!! Thanks for the look out bro
Another pro tip if you are in college you qualify for a discount on the exam vouchers. That’s what I did personally and ended up paying $109 for each exam voucher instead of the regular $239
Definitely a great PRO TIP here as well!! Thank you!
@@Itcareerquestions Don't mention it, just tryna help people save a little bit of money😁
@@imaclassicman19 how?
How do you get the college discount?
Where did you get the vouchers?
Yup still relevant!!!! Absolutely agree, thanks for the great content.
Thank you so much.
Just the video I wanted, and straight to the point about information.
Thank you man.
For sure you’re welcome, glad you enjoyed it!
@@Itcareerquestions Thank you for the reply.
I found your channel randomly and love it hope your channel will help me to start my career in IT.
I have a request can you do a video about Microsoft Azure ?
Thank you for the video cuz I’m young and very interested in IT but don’t want to got to a 40k tech school and was looking to Comptia but scared cuz I thought it would be very complicated but you explaining it helped
Thank you so much for the helpful resources!
Thank you, very usefull information regarding CompTIA A+! Really appreciated.
Glad it was helpful!
this is a huge blessings 43 yrs old hope i have time to start a career.
You absolutely do, good luck to you!
u r putting out real videos with real information powered by real perspectives. appreciated by me, and others. thank u
I am in the process of securing my first IT role, I was hoping that the comptia A+ was still at value as that is the certification I have, keep up the informative videos :)
For sure, good luck to you! The CompTIA A+ is still a great starting point for sure!
Def get the A+ it has been a valid starting point for a while now and that hasn't changed a bit when it comes to compTIA/MS/AWS/cisco/off Sec ( a few other major vendors) certs just know this having them will never hurt you it's almost always an advantage to have. Good luck!
It's better than it ever has been. They're actually covering practical stuff now
The funny part is I got mine in 1998 and its a lifetime cert. Back then we were doing Token Ring networks and ISA ports on motherboards. I still build PCs to this day but if I had stopped in 1998 I don't really think my cert would be worth anything today.
Just got the ITproTV subscription using your discount. Thanks bro.
For sure!! Thank you I hope you find them useful!
This is a brilliant content and IT freshers should take note of this!
I watched recently a video made by Dorian Develops and he claims Tech Certs are not worth it, but the catch is that he's a freakin' Frontend Developer who doesn't have expertise in technical roles, yet, he's confident to give advices while claiming Certs are WASTE OF TIME; a blind leading the blind.
I did a+ and net + back in 2003 they were the cheapest certification at the time but the company I work with would not pay for Cisco or Microsoft still well worth having
Subscribed. Thanks for the info!
+1 for ITProTV. I've been subbed to them for like 7 years and their material has helped me through almost every cert I have.
Thanks for sharing, I'm a big fan myself.
Currently taking my A+ class now ! Learning alot !
what classes were you taking ??
@@reagang7989 professor messer and Mike Meyers
A cert might get you an interview and it might get your foot in the door but experience will always trump a certification. Granted I got mine at the tail end of the adaptive tests back in the late 90's. They'd ask you a question and if you got it right they'd ask you a harder question and so on. Quickest way to pass was to get 15 questions right. If by the 20th question you hadn't passed there was a chance you never would.
Took me five minutes each for both tests and at no point did it really help me. Windoze, Unix and Cisco helped a lot more.
Can't wait to start learning IT...
My long term goal is CEH, but I gotta start somewhere. Gas prices are pushing me out of my current (Courier) job, and the A+ seems like the best route to get into what I actually want to do with my career.
Please make more videos like this!! You should talk about Security+
I can do that. Thanks!
CompTIA website currently shows the sunset date for the A+ 220-1001/1002 to be October 20, 2022.
I am on Chapter 24 of The CompTIA A+ Study Guide. ONLY about 4 chapters to finnish in the book that I am studying from! I believe that I WILL PASS BOTH THE 1001 and 1002 Portions of the A+ exam.
I like this Video!!😀😎
You got this!
Please Where did you get the comptia A+ book?
@@elisebreton7636 Amazon sells them
Im sorry if I missed it, but would you recommend getting the book? And if so, what edition? I just graduated and struggling to find my first IT job even as a help desk associate, would appreciate any feedback.
Got my core 1 scheduled for the 4th of April, been studying my ass off. Trying to get my life together at 29 years of age lol.
You got this!! Good luck to you!
Same. I'm 35 been a stay at home Dad home schooling my kids but they don't need me on that lvl any more so taking the A+ to try and give me a opportunity for employment been studying very hard
Im right there with you, studying also to take early april, 27 here.
Setting mine up for the 2nd week of may. Good luck to you!
I'm 29 too and I'm still doing the same bro. You got this bro!!!!
Sorry to keep pummeling you with questions. As I said in a response below, I am looking to break into IT at 46 years old with minimal computer knowledge. I would equate it to knowing as much as a normal car driver deciding to go into being a mechanic, lol. Anyway in a previous video you indicated that people new to IT would benefit from ITF+ but this video seems to indicate there are plenty of fundamentals in the A+. Would you recommend going right to A+ instead of doing ITF+ first? And do you recommend the CompTIA learn & voucher bundles, the ebook bundles or another method to study and learn the materials for the certifications? Thanks in advance for your help on this.
Do you think taking online training courses for the 220-1001 and 220-1002 will suffice to pass the NEW exam codes of 220-1101 and 220-1102? Or should we be studying specifically courses for the new course codes? I’m new to all this, 40 and trying to make a career change. Thanks!
Not to mention: if you take a test and it expires, you still have another 6 months to take it after the expiration date.
Awesome information.
Thank you brother.
I am 39 yo and have no certifications but i have had 3+ yrs experience as field service tech experience, recently got hired in a major multi national IT company as a field service tech, yes I know it might sound weird, now I’m looking at getting a certification done to excel and go up the ladder, I was confused between doing Comptia A+ and CCNA, which certification should i study for or start with.
Thanks in advance
about to take my A+ certs tomorrow. wish me luck!
What are some studying tips for someone looking to take the A+ exam?
Thank you so much
Greate way to explain a plus thanks
Can you talk about Microsoft Modern Desktop Administrator. Very few videos on it.
So I'm enrolled in The University of Arizona Cyber Operations four year. I'm assuming these school don't provide these certificates along the way? I'm trying to get a head start before I graduate with certtifications but don't want to pay for something that may be included. (I don't start until Jan 2023)
Do they both have their own study guides? Or could I buy one study guide that will cover both exams?
Thanks for this video
I had to drop out of university due to the pandemic with debt becoming too much and rent increases in the city making life hell and have since been stuck in a series of terrible minimum wage jobs just to get by and had given up on my goal of one day working in the USA.
But after a conversation with a junior Network Engineer he told me about how valuable the CCNA qualification was so I’m going to use all my free time to get the A+ cert and the Net+ cert to land an IT job in either the private or public sector so I can get some experience and eventually do the CCNA once I feel confident.
Already looked at each course a little and I do find all of it really interesting and thankfully one of my jobs I had was as a PC build engineer so I’ve already got a decent knowledgebase of software, components, drivers etc.
Wish me luck!
Hey I’m curious, any updates?
how's it going?
Hi. I"m debating getting into IT. I don't know if its for me. What exactly are cloud people doing at their jobs?
Is the Comp a Tia + accredited? Great video!
Also I got professor messer notes which are super helpful
Hi, I’m going to be taking a Java course this summer at my local community college on ecampus, I was wondering your thoughts and opinions on both Java and Python as they might be relevant to a future career in IT.
Java or JavaScript? Either way combing either with Python will be extremely beneficial for you.
@@Itcareerquestions Java
Hello,
I've got my google IT support certificate but didn't find job.
Is it necessary to take comptia A+ to give me more chance to find job?
Thanks for your advices!
I'm in the process of transitioning from special education to IT to attain more potential for future career growth opportunities. A big jump for me but this cert and other courses online have been great at educating me with the foundational stuff that can help me in this transition :)
Same here! You got this!
Yup same here with my useless college degrees 😂
History teacher here and my buddy sent me this video today. I'm hoping to get this done in 8 months. It is out of my norm, but I'm good at research and reading. I'm sad to leave but it is time.
@@sdooley448 teachers aren't paid enough anyway in my opinion.
I think you might have answered this, but I'm not sure:/ If I buy a book for this current test, and the new test comes out, will i need to buy a new book? Thank you for the great vid!
CompTIA peeps in the house! Yaaaaaasaaaaaa 🤗
Go for professor Messer's course. I started writing everything he said in the videos in my notebook and it helped me pause and relisten to things i at first did not understand. I used Quizlet on my phone to create flashcards for the port numbers and i have retained everything up to objective 3 so far. Just started his objective 4 stuff and it's becoming a breeze.
I have a question: Is the Comp A+ exam required for help desk/ tech support or is it your choice? I hope to start at an entry-level help desk and work my way up in Tech Support. I am planning to complete training so not sure if it is mandatory to complete your certification.
It's not required but it can help you get in the door
In the military now, looking for a career change and I think this is the right course to start off with. Would I be right in thinking that ?
Awesome video. I’m jumping straight into Security + because I’m targeting a Cyber profession. I am planning to learn A+ and Network + but not certify. Because I only want to manage 1 cert. 😊
Any experience in IT? I have no background in IT, but want to get into security.
Thank you buddy
A+ allowed me to land my first job!
I'm debating on doing comptia because the test expires this year, i might wait on since i already broke into tech
I would like to start learing tech but i don’t know where to start, i live in Germany and i don’t know which qualification is good for me and which certificate is enough for me to get a job here. In Germany there are plenty of bootcamps but they are very expensive. I would appreciate a helpful answer.
I once disassembled and reassembled a laptop when I was drunk, after I mistakenly put a DVD in a slit between the laptop’s chassis and the DVD drive and couldn’t get it out and got really annoyed with it. I probably know most if not all of this stuff without any certification. 😄
Do you know if there are any grants I can apply to for this certification
I am interested in starting off as Help Desk agent (no experience but 20yrs of customer service).Seeking free IT training online, so would it be best to start off at CompTIA then CompTIA A+?
I’m 33 years old looking to stop working at CVS. Definitely trying this.
The $3 or $30/mo option.....I am not sure I heard where you get that particular study guide?
just passed my core 1 today working on my core 2
I'm considering do a training course specifically, Technical institute of America but I'm not sure if they are good. Have you ever heard of them, could you pls tell me if this is a good program
Got my first helpdesk gig a few months ago 2 with the A+. Our company is pretty heavy in Microsoft so working on MD-100 right now and probably server and cloud after that. Leaning on sysadmin route. Need to learn more networking at some point but it's my least favorite
That's awesome, good luck to you!
Would taking the Google IT support professional Cert prepare you for the CompTIA A plus?
Hi, You got yourself a new sub - I Have no prior IT experience although I am intermediate at trouble shooting computer issues (home nerd) - I Am considering obtaining a Google Certification as well as getting Comp TIA a+ certified but I have a concern = So given that the Comp TIA a+ course covers multiple topics within the IT field including hardware knowledge I mean can someone actually study for, be well enough versed in and pass the Comp TIA a+ exam by simply studying for it from home? I Mean dont you need hands on lab experience or mock hardware to be able to practice with hands on? or would you say that is irrelevant to obtaining the required knowledge, understanding it and passing the exam? thanks!
I took the A+ exam in early 2017 and passed both of them without having any formal IT experience or training. Like you, I had a lot of knowledge of building PCs and repairing them at home and for friends and family. It is definitely doable. If you are reasonably good at troubleshooting and repairing PCs, you should do well on the exam. My weak spot is in printers, so I didn't do too well on that section.
If you don’t pass the first time do you have to pay the 250 again?
Zach, I'm watching your videos since 2019 when I started doing my certs. Guess what happened 😁😁😁
I should probably get this, seems super easy .-.(considering I always mess around with this stuff as a hobby anyway)
If I graduate with my associates degree in IT will that be enough to get a desktop support or a helpdesk job or will I need to get a+ in order to get hired. I have applied for jobs in the past but never get further than the occasional phone interview which usually ends earlier then it was supposed to because they quickly realized that I'm not a good fit. I have been in school on and off for a while so once I finish school I would like to go straight to looking for a job.
Yeah, should be enough. A+ is basically a crash course in the super basic IT stuff. I personally decided to go the certification route because school takes too long, and is slow, and expensive, and I can learn the same stuff on my own in only a month, vs two years.
But school is still good if you can afford it and are young, I would look into getting A+ just so it makes your resume look nice, it's not hard to pass, its super basic, it just requires lots of memorizing BS you will never use.
I’m 14 right now, and I built my first computer at 12 with no help from anyone other than Linus :)
I think I might pursue some kind of hardware engineering; wish me luck with my pursuit :D
How do I enroll on this CompTIA course certification since In Nigeria, and what is the best offer I may have sir
Thank you
I was looking into community college for IT, specifically IT technical support, which is a total of 19 credits, before I came across this video. I have zero experience in this field, but am interested in getting my foot in the door. Would it be worth it spend the time and money to take the college courses along with getting my A+ cert, or just study and take the Comptia A+ exams and obtain that certification?
I’m in the same boat. What did you end up doing?
@@anneIiese I’m currently going through professor Messers videos. There are 68 training videos that prepare you for the CompTIA A+ exam. I’m taking notes while watching and plan on going through the videos a second time before testing.
*It is my 2nd favorite Certification*
Is Pluralsight a good platform to use?
Comin Straight Comptia!
Passed my 1002 today! Got my A+ before it retires in October!
Will it still be expected in workplaces after it expires?
@@SPARKSBETS I meant retire. A+ is just changing the exam to a more current state.
What about someone (me) who has an IS bachelor degree, 2 years sysadmin experience at a mid size organization and wants to get more into cyber/ethical hacking? I was thinking about going for security+/pentest+ and really want my next job to be closer to six figures? Thx
Thanks alot
Your videos are good. I was looking at apprenticeshio programs and pre apprenticeshio programs in miami dade college. I think this information might be important. @IT Career Questions
I would agree with the Professor Messer comment. I utilized both him and the Comptia training program. The comptia training program was fine, but the whole thing cost around 2k. I feel like I learned more with Professor Messer than I did with the Comptia program. I was able to pass on my first try. I also have a Bachelors in Computer Science so that did help. I would put Professor Messer over the Comptia program hand over fist.
Did you use professor Messer's paid or free content? Was the paid content worth it?
@@GenEmperor I used his notes and practice exams with detailed explanations. Worth every cent I paid for it.
@@speedzero7478 How doable was it to get a job after you got certified?
I would like you to help me since you have experience @Almighty
A+ helped me get my first real tech job.
i take my 1001 exam in a week. i’m super nervous. got a lot riding on this.
Good morning all, I’m studying now to take my CompTIA exams I really need guidance from everywhere.
Great video 👍. Just got a new sub..
Where do I learn the curriculum to take the comptia exam, Awesome video.
It can be self-study, taking a class at a local community college/trade school, or buy an online training course. There are a nearly infinite number of resources out there. I recommend self-studying IF you can teach yourself a lot of the concepts. If you need a more structured learning environment, maybe a class is a better option.