CompTIA A+ Certified Preparation Certificate (CA61)
The CompTIA A+ Certified Preparation technical certificate of credit program is designed to provide computer users with the basic entry-level skills working toward CompTIA A+ certification.
Employment Opportunities
A+ Certified Professionals are highly needed throughout the Information Technology industry. Employment opportunities include Computer Support Technician, Help Desk Technician, Computer Service Technician, Networking Specialist or Analyst, PC Repair Specialist, and Technical Trainer.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
CompTIA A+ Certified Preparation Certificate Curriculum
The curriculum for the CompTIA A+ Certified Preparation certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 10 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 225 contact hours and generally takes 1 semester to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (10 Credits)
| COLL 1010 | College & Career Success Skills | 3 |
| CIST 1122 | Hardware Installation & Maintenance | 4 |
| CIS | Operating Systems Course | 3 |
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,000
Fees ($385 per semester): $385
Books/Supplies: $300
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)