Good advice. If there's one piece of advice I could give anyone studying for the Comptia A+ exam, it's to take your time. Don't rush trying to take the test. Take as much time as you need to learn all the material before you take your test.
Thank you! After he said he studied for 6 weeks, and 2 weeks, I felt discouraged because I am already almost 2 months in and don't plan to take the core 1 for another month.
Man I needed this.. I got an average of 85 over the 3 messer tests but I kept hearing about Dions tests, but they reallllly threw me for a loop and broke my confidence.. then I noticed there were more rhan a few questions that had no business in a core 1 practice test..
@Prophecy thanks man. I've been at it for about a month now, and after retaking one of Messers tests, I only got 5 questions wrong ! Thankfully, it's been a couple of weeks since I took it the first time, so I didn't remember any of the questions. I'm thinking I'll go ahead and schedule my test for next week so I can't keep second-guessing myself lol
@@Prophecy_Gaming Just re-watched the video. You said you get 120 minutes for 70 or 80 questions. Per Jason Dion's study videos the test is 90 questions and you get 90 minutes for both core 1 and core 2 exams.
Thanks for the great advice. I’m going to school to get my bachelors degree in healthcare coordination management and I wanted to take this course over the summer level one and level two so I can put it on my résumé and get more experience with working with security and medical records and data with HIPPA compliance. This is very helpful. I know nothing about the IT industry.
I failed with a 631 and needed a 700. I don’t think it’s a test for people without experience yet they require experience to gain experience. It’s one of those fields you get by chance.
How many performance based questions were on the exam? Being a guy trying to completely switch my career and having no tech background, the questions I'm getting good with but a little nervous about the PBQ's... How many did you experience and what kinda things did they ask you to do? I'm currently trying to find the best way to get hands on/ lab experience. Please and thank you!
They had 2 performance e based questions for me at the beginning. The rest was multiple choice. Go find professor messer and watch his videos, and use his tools he created.
I'd also recommend purchasing Jason Dion's two sets of practice exams on Udemy. There are 6 90-question practice tests for both the 1101 and 1102, the scores for your attempts are logged and show you exactly what topics you need to study more. They also have emulated PBQ questions, most of which are "Identify the component labeled 'B' ". Udemy has a sale every two weeks, I think both courses were like $12 each.
Great video and really helpful,I have been practicing on Dions practise exams,based on these practice exams do you think the questions were harder and more complicated in the actual exam compared to the dions practise exams ?
The messer videos are a great way to become fully introduced to everything. Between his tests and practice tests, you’ll have a really good chance to pass the test!
@@Prophecy_Gaming i finished dions core 1 from udemy and taking his tests im currently getting 60's and 70's and also looking at some of messers videos
@@Prophecy_Gaming no!!!! microphone is totally OK! its wrong room with a lot of echo, sound reverberation, so you need more soft items in the room! Best of luck! Wish you a great day!
How do I know which resources to find online that is recent? I want to make sure I study the right material. Also, is it possible to take the exam within one month of studying for both cores?
@@Prophecy_Gaming O ok cool. I think it's funny I have my security+ but don't have my net+ or A+ yet. I don't understand why they are so focused on printers. I work tech support remotely and we don't work with any printers.
Thanks for the advice. I was just wondering do i need to write some notes in a notebook while watching Professor Messer's videos or the notes that he offers in his website is enough for me to read them?
He offers notes you can buy. If your employer is paying I would recommend buying them. I did not take notes really, I did write out all the objectives on the list. And write answers to each objective. This was my "notes".
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Good advice. If there's one piece of advice I could give anyone studying for the Comptia A+ exam, it's to take your time. Don't rush trying to take the test. Take as much time as you need to learn all the material before you take your test.
Thank you! After he said he studied for 6 weeks, and 2 weeks, I felt discouraged because I am already almost 2 months in and don't plan to take the core 1 for another month.
Man I needed this.. I got an average of 85 over the 3 messer tests but I kept hearing about Dions tests, but they reallllly threw me for a loop and broke my confidence.. then I noticed there were more rhan a few questions that had no business in a core 1 practice test..
Happy to help! Study those messer tests and really learn what the correct answers are, and most importantly learn why!
@Prophecy thanks man. I've been at it for about a month now, and after retaking one of Messers tests, I only got 5 questions wrong ! Thankfully, it's been a couple of weeks since I took it the first time, so I didn't remember any of the questions. I'm thinking I'll go ahead and schedule my test for next week so I can't keep second-guessing myself lol
Go get it!
@@Prophecy_Gaming thanks again for the motivation! I'm scheduled for April 12th ! I'll make sure to stop by and let you know how it goes !
@@Frawkesishhow did it go?
Great advice, just got my A+ study guides and am planning on doing a complete career switch. Thank You.
Thank you!
I’m currently doing career switch, have you taken your exam with them yet ?
@@Prophecy_Gaming Just re-watched the video. You said you get 120 minutes for 70 or 80 questions. Per Jason Dion's study videos the test is 90 questions and you get 90 minutes for both core 1 and core 2 exams.
Thanks for the great advice. I’m going to school to get my bachelors degree in healthcare coordination management and I wanted to take this course over the summer level one and level two so I can put it on my résumé and get more experience with working with security and medical records and data with HIPPA compliance. This is very helpful. I know nothing about the IT industry.
Glad I can help! This knowledge will definitely help you on the job!
I have this test at the end of my semester this year. Hopefully a good prof. and ill ace it by then! Good video!
Good luck!
I failed with a 631 and needed a 700. I don’t think it’s a test for people without experience yet they require experience to gain experience. It’s one of those fields you get by chance.
Taking my test soon so I hope I pass!
Good luck!
good video, editing got a lil wonky halfway through and the audio started desyncing at the end, but still great tips!
Thanks! Yes my editing has gotten a little better since this video..
Studying to pass this test, looks good on the resume also I see alot of places are looking for it.
Great video, short but informative thank you sir💯
Glad it was helpful!
How many performance based questions were on the exam? Being a guy trying to completely switch my career and having no tech background, the questions I'm getting good with but a little nervous about the PBQ's... How many did you experience and what kinda things did they ask you to do? I'm currently trying to find the best way to get hands on/ lab experience. Please and thank you!
They had 2 performance e based questions for me at the beginning. The rest was multiple choice.
Go find professor messer and watch his videos, and use his tools he created.
I'd also recommend purchasing Jason Dion's two sets of practice exams on Udemy. There are 6 90-question practice tests for both the 1101 and 1102, the scores for your attempts are logged and show you exactly what topics you need to study more. They also have emulated PBQ questions, most of which are "Identify the component labeled 'B' ". Udemy has a sale every two weeks, I think both courses were like $12 each.
@@izzycrybaby1164 Thank you!
@@Prophecy_Gaming Thank you! Appreciate this!
@@Prophecy_Gaming hello which performance based questions did you get? The motherboard? ?? The lowest to highest thru-put?
the sound goes out of synch half way thorugh
Nice and very inspiring !
Glad you think so!
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Great video and really helpful,I have been practicing on Dions practise exams,based on these practice exams do you think the questions were harder and more complicated in the actual exam compared to the dions practise exams ?
Yes with Comptia they always seem to be that way!
@@Prophecy_Gaming that way as easier or harder ? Haha you got me a bit confused there 😅
Practice tests are easier than real exam!
I noticed after 3:36 your audio isnt syncing with your lips XD
Dang, this was one of my first videos back. Thanks for pointing it out.
do you think messers videos are all I need? Im reading the comptia A+ book and doing PBQ's. Should i just study his tests?
The messer videos are a great way to become fully introduced to everything. Between his tests and practice tests, you’ll have a really good chance to pass the test!
@@Prophecy_Gaming i finished dions core 1 from udemy and taking his tests im currently getting 60's and 70's and also looking at some of messers videos
reverberation in the room really hurts quality of voice recording, no matter what a great microphone U use!
Yeah I know, this video was from a while ago before I bought anything. I might’ve been using the wrong microphone… LMAO.
@@Prophecy_Gaming no!!!! microphone is totally OK! its wrong room with a lot of echo, sound reverberation, so you need more soft items in the room! Best of luck! Wish you a great day!
@@andriichovhan9823 oh okay I see what you’re saying! You as well!
Hi mate, thanks for the tips! Just curious on where you practised your PBQ questions for 1102? Can’t seem to find many practise ones around.
I used professor messer! $25 and you get 3 practice tests. And thank you!
Hope I pass the exam on 03 14 2024
Good luck!
Did you pass ?
I'm subscribing just because of the extreme ownership book on your desk
Haaa! We stick together.
How do I know which resources to find online that is recent? I want to make sure I study the right material. Also, is it possible to take the exam within one month of studying for both cores?
Each time the test is updated, the material is changed. So as long as you’re studying the right version you’re fine.
Is the exam available online?
Exam can be taken online, however they have very strict rules that need to be followed.
I didn’t even know they offered it offline
I have less than a month to study and get mines or else my job will let me go :(
Crunch time!
What are you doing to study? I can help point you the right direction!
Note I have some Flashcards in the video description section!
@@Prophecy_Gaming professor messor videos so far and taking notes. I'm thinking about buying a couple of practice tests on udemy to help.
My biggest struggle tbh is probably the networking part. I have a more plateued computer repair/hardware background.
@@sauhaw534 same here, networking and mobile networking is not my strong suit. Nor is printer related stuff. I have a little over a month to get mine.
How many printer questions would you say is on the test? I feel like all the tests I look at have a ton of printer questions.
I remember there being a few. They weren’t extremely complicated on my exam.
@@Prophecy_Gaming O ok cool. I think it's funny I have my security+ but don't have my net+ or A+ yet. I don't understand why they are so focused on printers. I work tech support remotely and we don't work with any printers.
Hi! how long did you study for Core-1? Would you advise, please? Thanks!
I would say depends on your knowledge. If you're new to IT, 2 months. If you're experienced it can be like 3-4 weeks.
@@Prophecy_Gaming thank you!
please where do i take some notes
In the description I have links to professor messer. A great resource to study. And other quizlet notecards.
Would you recommend the ITF+ exam prior to taking the A+?
Never taken it or heard much about it. A+ is pretty generic, I would just do that.
@@Prophecy_Gaming It's apparently good to take ITF+ prior to A+
For the first test 1101 would you say a lot of cloud and command line stuff is on there?
No, basics at most.
Is it multiple choice
Yes! There are 2-3 questions that are case study’s.
Is this the recent updated CompTia A+? I was told by my university they have just updated the exam test so they had to update there study :(
Most of the topics are the old test. Principles of how to study and the base material remain the same.
Thanks for the advice. I was just wondering do i need to write some notes in a notebook while watching Professor Messer's videos or the notes that he offers in his website is enough for me to read them?
He offers notes you can buy. If your employer is paying I would recommend buying them. I did not take notes really, I did write out all the objectives on the list. And write answers to each objective. This was my "notes".
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