Program at a Glance
Become a Certified CompTIA Professional at Germanna
This bundled course trains you for four CompTIA certification exams—TECH+, A+, Network+, and Security+—building a solid, in-demand foundation for a career in IT.
- TECH+ (formerly CompTIA ITF+): networking and cybersecurity essentials, hardware and software basics
- A+: core concepts across multiple operating systems, so you can maintain, troubleshoot, and adapt to different platforms
- Network+: the building blocks of a modern network—hardware, topologies, protocols, and the OSI model
- Security+: identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks to safeguard systems and data against emerging threats
Upon completion, you'll be prepared to sit for all four exams and will receive an exam voucher for each, covering the cost to sit for the exams upon eligibility.
Job Outlook for Certified CompTIA Professionals
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than average through 2033, with about 356,700 openings projected each year from growth and retirements. The median annual wage for this group was $104,420 in May 2023, well above the $48,060 median for all occupations.
Per CompTIA's IT Salary Calculator: A+/TECH+ holders (e.g., IT support specialists) earn a median annual salary of $57,890, with A+ professionals earning more depending on role, experience, and location. Network+ salaries can exceed $90,000 annually in roles like systems analyst, and Security+ holders starting a cybersecurity career earn a median of $112,000.
Course Objectives
- Master fundamentals of multiple operating systems to maintain and support them
- Troubleshoot software, hardware, connectivity, and network problems
- Assemble and disassemble computer parts
- Compare network types, topologies, and architectures
- Install and use networking hardware and tools
- Understand TCP/IP, protocols, IP addressing, subnetting, and VLANs
- Explore cloud computing, virtualization, and remote access
- Monitor network performance
- Assess and mitigate security threats and vulnerabilities
- Understand computer security concepts, network policies, and documentation
- Plan incident response and risk management for network security
Prerequisites & Certification Requirements
There are no prerequisites to enroll. You should have basic computer familiarity—powering up and logging into a machine, using a mouse and keyboard, and basic Windows navigation.
CompTIA's recommended (not required) experience levels for each exam:
- A+: up to 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field
- Network+: the A+ certification plus 9–12 months in a junior network administrator/support technician role
- Security+: 9–12 months in networking plus two years of IT administration experience with a security focus
